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Key Takeaways
Truck accidents in Louisiana often result in severe injuries due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles. Whether on major highways like I-10 or in urban areas, these crashes can cause life-altering harm.
Understanding the most common causes of truck accidents can help prevent future crashes and protect the rights of injured victims.
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of truck accidents. Commercial drivers spend long hours on the road, and distractions can quickly become dangerous.
Common distractions include:
Federal regulations prohibit handheld phone use by commercial drivers, but violations still occur.
When distraction leads to a collision, victims may have claims similar to those arising from other serious car accidents, though truck accident cases are often more complex.
Driver fatigue remains a major concern in the trucking industry. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) enforces Hours of Service regulations to limit how long drivers can operate without rest.
Despite these rules, fatigue can still occur due to:
Fatigue slows reaction time and impairs judgment, increasing the likelihood of serious crashes.
Our experienced truck accident attorneys frequently review driver logs and black box data to determine whether fatigue played a role.
The way cargo is loaded directly affects a truck’s stability and control.
Improper loading can cause:
Overloaded trucks require longer stopping distances and can place excessive strain on braking systems.
In these cases, the company responsible for loading or securing cargo may share liability.
Commercial trucks require regular inspections and maintenance to operate safely. Equipment failures can include:
If poor maintenance contributed to the accident, the trucking company or maintenance provider may be responsible.
In rare cases, defective vehicle components may trigger product liability claims.
Louisiana weather can change rapidly. Heavy rain, fog, and high winds can make operating a commercial truck more dangerous.
Drivers must adjust by:
Failure to adjust driving behavior during adverse weather may constitute negligence.
Operating a commercial truck requires specialized skills. Inadequate training can leave drivers unprepared to handle:
Trucking companies are responsible for ensuring that drivers are properly trained and qualified. Failure to do so may expose the company to liability.
Because of their size and force, truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, including:
You can learn more about serious injury claims involving brain and spinal cord injuries and neck and back injuries.
In fatal cases, families may pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim.
Louisiana follows a fault-based system. When negligence causes a truck accident, victims may pursue compensation for:
Identifying all responsible parties is critical in truck accident cases, as liability may extend beyond the driver to the trucking company or other entities.
At Brandt & Sherman, we represent individuals and families throughout Louisiana who have been injured in serious truck accidents. You can learn more about our attorneys and how we approach complex injury cases.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, contact Brandt & Sherman today for a free consultation. There are no upfront fees, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
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