18 Wheeler Accident Attorney in Alabama

Trucking accident attorneys at Prince, Glover & Hayes in Tuscaloosa discuss the common causes of 18 wheeler truck accidents in Alabama.

Even relatively small driving errors can result in serious trucking accidents that may lead to truck accident claims and personal injury litigation. Major contributing factors in 18 wheeler accidents generally fall under three  categories;  unsafe vehicle conditions that are caused by the shipper, owner, or driver, unsafe driving practices of other motorists, and dangerous road conditions.

Unsafe conditions caused by the shipper, owner, or driver of an 18 wheeler:

• Trucks that are improperly loaded or overloaded
• Trucks that do not have under guard protection installed.
• Trucks with faulty or poorly maintained brakes
• Improper maintenance or inspection of safety systems, including reflectors, lights and warning devices.
• Lack of training on the part of the truck driver
• Sleepy or fatigued truck drivers who have been driving too long without sufficient rest
• Exceeding the speed limits or driving at speeds beyond the road and/or weather conditions
• Aggressive or reckless driving by truck drivers
• Truck drivers driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol
• Trucks that have not been inspected in compliance with FMCSA regulations

Unsafe driving practices of other drivers:

• Driving in the areas beside and behind a truck where the driver’s visibility is limited, often called “no-zones”
• Any act that may cause a truck to brake or accelerate rapidly, including improper merging or passing
• Failure to accelerate or decelerate properly when changing lanes in a truck’s vicinity
• Failure to move a disabled car completely out of the way of moving traffic
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Hazardous roads and driving conditions:

• Poor visibility due to sun glare, rain, snow, fog or improper lighting
• Weather conditions causing slippery roads, flooding, or fallen rocks 
• Road design or maintenance issues, including blocked signs, insufficient signage, potholes, drop-offs, bumps, narrow roads and shoulders, insufficient merge zones, and construction related hazards
• Miscellaneous hazards such as debris or obstacles in the road, or prior accidents

The Tuscaloosa truck accident lawyers at Prince, Glover & Hayes are experienced in handling Alabama 18 wheeler accidents and can help you achieve maximum compensation for your personal injury claim.  Call us today to speak with an experienced truck accident attorney at 877.793.4216, or complete our quick contact web form.