Failure to Maintain Trucks Causes Accidents
A poorly maintained commercial truck can be the cause of a fatal 18-wheeler accident. Commercial trucking companies are responsible for ensuring all semi trucks are properly and regularly inspected and maintained.
Failure to maintain the cab, trailer, hydraulic brakes, or tires of a tractor-trailer rig can result in a devastating accident. The negligence may be on the part of the trucking company, a maintenance contractor, or the driver. Often however, evidence of inadequate or negligent maintenance procedures can be ambiguous and difficult to discern.
Arnold & Itkin LLP attorneys work closely with accident reconstruction and technical experts to determine the true cause of an 18-wheeler truck accident and identify the parties at fault. Using the documents and records that trucking companies and drivers must maintain, our lawyers and industry experts carefully review all aspects of the case. We examine the Drivers' Daily Vehicle Condition Report, the Drivers' Vehicle Inspection Record, company records from the vehicle's on-board computer, and other maintenance and operating records.
In truck accident cases involving inadequate vehicle maintenance, there often can be multiple liable parties. Our lawyers thoroughly review all such data to determine who is at fault. Then we go to work to build a strong and persuasive case for compensation to be obtained from all parties contributing to the accident and resultant injury or death.
In the aftermath of a serious accident, the injured parties or surviving family members may feel overwhelmed by medical, emotional, and financial concerns. However, it is extremely important that they engage the services of an experienced and well-qualified attorney at the first opportunity. This provides the attorney the time needed to conduct a thorough truck accident investigation before critical evidence can be lost.
For a free consultation, contact a truck accident attorney at Arnold & Itkin LLP by calling toll free (866)222-2606 or by submitting the form at the top of this page.
