Speeding Semi-truck Accidents

When accidents with semi-trucks or 18-wheelers occur, the primary reason is the driver is simply driving too fast. Another term for this is a semi-truck that has driven too fast for conditions. If you are struck by a semi-truck or 18-wheeler truck who is traveling too fast for the road, then you may have a claim against the owner of the 18-wheeler or truck.

COMMON REASONS FOR TRUCK ACCIDENTS WHEN THE DRIVER IS DRIVING TOO FAST FOR CONDITIONS:

• Driver inexperience
• Driver inattention
• Driver distraction
• A driver who tired or fatigued
• A driver who is under the influence

In any of the above-mentioned examples, the fault for your accident lies both with the trucking company who employed the driver and the driver himself or herself. The trucking company has a legal duty to only employ competent, experienced drivers on the roads, especially on the highways and interstates of the country, where the 18-wheeler can be traveling upwards of 70 miles per hour.

If you have been injured by an 18-wheeler who was speeding too fast for conditions, you may have a valid claim or lawsuit to bring against the trucking company. Feel free to call The Jackman Law Firm to discuss your case.