Truck Driver Negligence
Did Truck Driver Error Cause the Accident?
An investigation is likely to determine that there were several contributing factors to a truck accident. Driver negligence is nearly always high on that list. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's large truck crash causation study, the most common factor in semi truck accidents is driving too fast for conditions, a clear example of driver negligence.
Types of Truck Driver Negligence
In addition to driving too fast for conditions, many other types of truck driver errors can lead to truck wrecks, including:
- Driver fatigue and truck drivers actually falling asleep at the wheel
- Drunk driving
- Driving under the influence of drugs
- Vehicle traveling in the wrong lane
- Lane change without signaling
- Forcing a vehicle off the shoulder
- Running a red light or stop sign at an intersection
- Driver backing up in a traffic lane
- Inattention
- Following too closely (tailgating)
- Poor control and decision errors
Analyzing the Evidence, Evaluating Your Claim
The attorneys of Gary Martin Hays & Associates understand how truck driver negligence can lead to accidents that cause serious injury and wrongful death. This insight allows us to assess the circumstances of a truck wreck in ways the casual observer or even the victims of the accident cannot.
For example, we know that commercial trucking companies must observe strict standards when hiring, training and supervising truck drivers. Negligence on the part of the driver can often be traced to corporate negligence. Our lawyers will work to see that all parties responsible for the truck wreck compensate you for your loss.
Pursuing Maximum Financial Compensation
An insurance company will often offer a low and quick settlement to a person who has suffered a serious injury such as a brain or head injury or neck, back or spinal cord injury. When calculating the value of a claim for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering, our attorneys may call on medical and economic experts to see that your loss is fully recognized. It is the insurance company's goal to pay as little as possible. Our goal is to help recover the maximum amount of compensation you are entitled to receive.
Tell the insurance company you mean business. Call Gary Martin Hays & Associates toll free at 866.710.4116. From offices in Atlanta and Athens, our lawyers serve clients throughout Georgia.
