Truck Driver Negligence in Kentucky Trucking Accidents

Truck accidents are all too common on Kentucky roads, but did you know that while all truck accidents will involve unique factors, some trucking accidents are much more common than others? There are certain types of truck driver negligence that can cause a serious or fatal Kentucky truck accident.

If you have been personally affected by a truck accident in Kentucky, whether through your own personal injuries or the death of a loved one, speaking to a Kentucky truck accident attorney at Gray and White Law can help you understand and explore your legal options.

Truck Driver Negligence

Accidents happen, but the term "accident" does not adequately address situations where someone's direct actions or inactions result in serious harm, such as the acts that commonly result in truck accidents. These include:

Unsafe equipment - This can cover everything from the mechanics of the truck itself, to the trailer and any safety equipment installed on the truck. Federal regulations require that trucks are regularly inspected to prevent them from malfunctioning on the road and causing a truck accident.

Unsafe or untrained drivers - Driving a truck is very different than driving a passenger vehicle. Truck drivers must undergo special licensing and training to safely drive large trucks. When truck drivers ignore federal truck driving regulations, local driving laws or cause a truck accident because of lack of training, they are liable for your injuries. The same applies if they were driving while intoxicated or distracted and their negligence caused the crash.

Overloaded trucks - Trucks are designed to safely carry a specific amount of weight. When trucks go over their weight limits, they become a real danger to other vehicles on the road. That's why state and federal regulations regarding truck weights are in place. Ignoring these weight restrictions can make the truck difficult or impossible to stop in an emergency situation and difficult to maneuver.

Too many hours behind the wheel - One of the most important safety regulations involving truck drivers dictates exactly how much time a driver can spend on the road and how long their breaks must be. When truck drivers ignore these rules, they can become fatigued. An overworked and fatigued truck driver is much more likely to cause a serious or fatal truck accident.

Lack of truck underride guard - Underride accidents, when a car physically goes under the back of a truck, are surprisingly common and often fatal. Trucks without safety guards in place to prevent these types of accidents may be liable for your injuries or loved one's death.

How a Kentucky Truck Accident Attorney Can Help

Truck insurance companies are no different from personal auto insurance companies. In fact, many companies insure both types of vehicles. In any case, the truck insurance company will utilize time-tested tactics to try to deny your claim or settle for the lowest amount possible.

In order to help you determine and obtain a fair settlement for your Kentucky truck accident injuries, it's best to retain the services of an experienced Kentucky truck accident attorney from the Law Offices of Gray and White Law. Our truck accident attorneys will give your case the personal attention it requires. Contact us today for a free case consultation - 1-800-634-8767.