Arizona Overloaded Truck Accident Attorneys
Attorney Representation in Phoenix Arizona Since 1996
Trucks are notoriously volatile and dangerous vehicles when traveling at high speeds, and their mismanagement leads to nearly 150,000 collisions a year. These may occur for countless reasons, from driver error to a defective product such as failed brakes. Because trucks are often used to transport heavy materials across great distances, however, an additional wildcard is introduced: the cargo. Instances in which that cargo was improperly balanced, loaded, or measured, for instance, can result in accidents that would have been preventable with better preparation. One of the most common is the so-called overloaded truck accident.
Understanding the physics behind overloaded truck accidents is hardly complex. Trucks are moving containers with considerable horsepower behind them, and any mistakes in loading those containers can lead to a deadly accident. Overloaded trucks, by definition, exceed federally mandated weight limits for that type of vehicle. Companies do it because they believe they can save money and increase efficiency by adding more cargo on a single trip. Unfortunately the consequences of such short-sighted decisions can be deadly, as overloaded trucks are far more likely to jackknife, roll over, brake improperly, or otherwise go out of control at the worst possible time.
Drivers of other cars who are injured because of an overloaded truck accident often face devastating injuries. These can include traumatic brain injury, in which a blow or concussion leads to lasting cognitive and emotional difficulties; spinal cord injuries, whose lasting consequences can include paralysis; and chronic pain that lingers and may require years of therapy and result in significant lost productivity and income. It is important to redress such expenses by appealing to the rule of law, which is why you want to work with an experienced overloaded truck accident attorney.
Breyer Law Offices have been helping the victims of truck accidents since 1996. This firm offers the resources, energy, manpower and insight to litigate major cases like these more effectively, which is why our success rate is 98%. If you have been injured as a result of hazardous truck loading protocols, it is essential to retain an aggressive legal team. Please call Breyer Law Offices now or CLICK HERE to submit a Simple Case Form.
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