Who can be at Fault in a Commercial Truck Accident?

Following a collision with a large commercial truck, the scene will likely be chaotic and the exact cause of the accident often will not be readily apparent. If you suffered any injuries or other losses in the accident, however, eventually determining the exact cause of the accident is highly important. This is because if the accident occurred due to another party’s negligence, you are likely entitled to substantial compensation from that negligent party. Many people may not be aware of the many possible causes of truck accidents; however an experienced Atlanta truck accident attorney from Boling Rice, LLC has the resources to fully investigate the incident and pinpoint the cause to determine whether you can recover for your injuries.

Possibly Negligent Parties

One reason that identifying the cause of a truck accident may be complicated is that many different parties may act in a negligent manner to contribute to the accident. The following are examples of parties that may negligently cause a commercial truck accident:

Truck driver—The large majority of truck accident are caused by driver error. A truck driver has a duty to operate a truck in a reasonably safe manner to keep other motorists safe from harm. When a driver fails to do so and causes an accident, they are likely found to be negligent by the courts. Examples of driver negligence include distracted driving, impaired driving, fatigued driving, speeding or violating other traffic laws, and more. Truck drivers may also be liable for any violations of regulations set out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Trucking companies—Such companies must participate in safe hiring and management practices of all truck drivers and must make sure all trucks in the fleet are in working order. Examples of trucking company negligence include allowing unqualified drivers to operate trucks, failing to discipline unsafe drivers, failing to administer random drug and alcohol tests, and failing to properly inspect and maintain the vehicles.

Truck manufacturers—If a truck manufacturer sells a defective truck part and that part causes an accident, the manufacturer has been negligent and should be held responsible for compensating any injured victims.

There are, of course, other parties that may potentially contribute to the cause of a commercial truck accident. The best way to determine the cause of your accident is to consult with an experienced truck accident lawyer.

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