Trucking accidents happen for various reasons. Unfortunately, many trucking accidents happen for reasons that are entirely preventable by the truck drivers and trucking companies.
When trucks and trailers are not properly maintained, equipment and parts are much more likely to fail during operation and cause an accident.
Truck drivers and trucking companies are responsible for keeping their trucks in safe condition through regular maintenance and by checking them before they are put on the road.
If you have been injured in a trucking accident that was not your fault, you deserve to be compensated for your damages.
While you may not understand exactly what led to your accident, an experienced Baton Rouge truck accident attorney will conduct a thorough investigation to determine all possible causes and potentially liable parties.
At Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys, our truck accident injury lawyers have recovered billions of dollars for our clients, including numerous multi-million dollar awards for trucking accident victims and their families.
Let us help you recover maximum compensation for your injuries. Call (225) 999-1111 or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
What Makes Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys Your Best Choice
- Decades of experience handling complex big truck accident injury cases.
- Numerous multi-million dollar awards and verdicts for truck accident injury victims.
- We treat you with the dignity and respect you deserve.
- We charge nothing until we win compensation for you.
Why You Need an Experienced Truck Accident Injury Attorney
- Litigating truck accident cases can be expensive and complex. Experienced truck accident attorneys have the resources and skills to recover the compensation you deserve.
- Insurance companies often use unfair tactics to avoid paying or minimize the amount they pay. An experienced truck accident injury attorney knows how to combat their unfair tactics and hold them accountable for paying the full value of your damages.
- Your chances of maximum recovery are much greater when you are represented by an experienced truck accident injury lawyer.
- You may not know what caused your accident, but an experienced, skilled personal injury attorney will conduct a thorough investigation of your accident to help determine all possible causes and identify the responsible parties.
- You should be able to focus on your recovery and allow an experienced truck accident injury attorney to handle all aspects of your case.
How Inadequate Maintenance Can Lead to Truck Accidents
Pursuant to 49 CFR 396.3, trucking companies and their drivers must comply with federal regulations regarding the proper inspection and maintenance of their trucks and must keep accurate records of that maintenance.
When trucking companies and drivers fail to adequately maintain their trucks or check for and replace worn parts, mechanical problems, and dangerous accidents can result. Some potential problems that cause trucking accidents include:
- Blowouts. When tires are neglected and have excessive wear or damage, it can lead to blowouts and other tire problems. Tire issues can cause a driver to lose control of the truck, resulting in a devastating accident.
- Engine and transmission failure. Neglecting the truck’s engine and transmission can cause a sudden loss of power or breakdown during operation, causing a collision.
- Brake failure. If the brakes have been inadequately maintained, they can malfunction, leading to rear-end collisions and other crashes.
- Lighting system problems. When the truck’s lighting system is not properly maintained, serious visibility problems can occur, especially at night and in bad weather, leading to serious accidents.
- Steering failure. When trucks are not properly maintained, the steering system may fail, making it difficult for a driver to control the truck and causing accidents.
When truck owners or trucking companies fail to properly maintain their trucks, they risk great harm to the driver and other motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. If their negligence has caused your injuries, they should be held responsible.
Do I Have a Good Case?
When you schedule a free consultation with us and our attorneys have had the chance to evaluate the facts of your accident, we can advise you whether we believe you have a good case.
To be successful in any trucking accident injury case, we must prove four things:
- The defendant owed you a duty. Truck drivers and trucking companies owe a duty of care to others on the road.
- The defendant breached their duty. If the defendant was negligent or intentionally failed to take reasonable steps to avoid harming others, they have breached their duty.
- The defendant’s breach of duty caused your injuries. We must prove that the cause of your injuries was the defendant’s negligence/breach of duty.
- That you suffered actual damages. Your damages may be proven by your medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and other means.
After considering all the factors of your accident, our attorneys can calculate and value your case. Sometimes, we use experts such as economic experts to determine future lost wages and loss of opportunity and medical experts to determine your future medical expenses.
Once we have determined the full value of your damages, we will know what a fair settlement of your case would be.
Contact Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys Today
If you have been injured in a truck accident caused by inadequate maintenance, you deserve to be compensated for your damages.
Truck accident cases can be complicated, and determining the cause is not always straightforward.
Our Louisiana truck accident attorneys have the skills and resources to conduct a thorough investigation, determine cause and liability, and hold the at-fault parties responsible for the full value of your damages.
Call (225) 999-1111 or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation about your case. We will answer your questions, explain your rights, and help you obtain the justice and compensation you are entitled to.