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Truck accidents have become an increasingly deadly problem on our nation’s roads as the number of small trucks to large big rigs continues to rise. In fact, trucking now accounts for the largest transporter of goods in the U.S. and even recreational trucks have increased exponentially over the past ten years. Unfortunately, these vehicles have become a menace – and a potentially devastating one at that.
Trucks are statistically the most dangerous vehicles on the highways and roads today - for drivers, other motorists, and pedestrians as well. In fact, one of nine deaths caused by accidents involves at least one truck and about 5,000 trucks are implicated in lethal accidents every year.
In 2002, 21,477 light trucks were involved in fatal crashes and 4,542 large trucks implicated as well. Also, an average of 366 pedestrians and 69 bicyclists are killed each year by accidents involving trucks. Trucks also cause a number of significant injuries during accidents, some of which include:
- Severe neck injuries
- Paraplegia
- Injuries to the back
- Coma
- Brain Injury
- Broken Legs
Even though both government officials and the companies that depend of trucking have acted to reduce the frequency of truck accidents, devastating crashes are still far too common. Some of the factors that contribute to this heightened danger include:
- The driver is rushing to meet a deadline for delivery
- Illegally long work-shifts
- The driver not paying enough attention
- Blind spots that make it difficult to see in a truck
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Mechanical problems with the truck
If you or a member of your family has been the victim of a trucking accident of any kind, a financial settlement can be one of the few ways to regain control of spiraling medical bills and to ensure that your needs are met. Don't let varying statutes of limitations cripple your case before you get the reparations that you need. Call an experienced, knowledgeable trucking accident lawyer as soon as possible.
