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Causes of Texas Trucking Accidents

Many different factors can contribute to a semi-trailer accident, such as improper maintenance, driver error, or dangerous conditions.

Improper Maintenance of Commercial Trucks
Trucks, just like cars, must be properly maintained to ensure road safety.  Ill-functioning brakes or improperly inflated tires can cause truck drivers to lose control, endangering other drivers sharing the road.  In order to ensure maximum safety, trucking companies should schedule recurring maintenance check-ups on every vehicle in their fleet.

Truck Driver Error
The majority of trucking accidents are due to driver negligence.  Drivers may be distracted by their cell phone, or attempting to text while driving.  In other instances, drivers may have diminished reaction time due to consumption of alcohol or drugs.  Finally, drivers may simply be ignoring traffic laws by speeding or failing to yield.

Dangerous Conditions for Semi Trucks
When weather conditions pose a threat to the safety of passengers, airlines will often ground planes until conditions improve.  The same school of thought should be applied to driving commercial trucks.  Conditions such as fog, ice, or severe thunderstorms can decrease visibility, making the roads slick and hard to maneuver.  Hydroplaning occurs often in heavy rains, and truckers should not attempt to drive in these conditions.

Trucking Attorneys
At O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath, we understand that trucking accidents have many causes, such negligence, improper maintenance, or poor weather conditions.  If you’ve been in an accident with an 18-wheeler, it may not be your fault.  Our experienced attorneys are familiar with trucking cases, and can help you get compensated for your injuries.  Contact us today for a free case evaluation.

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