Truck Accident Lawyer

Trucking Accidents a Direct Result of Driver’s Working Conditions

In the 21st century world, yesterday just is not fast enough for today’s standards. While with the invention of the internet most things can be done very quickly harmlessly, some things still have to be manually delivered, and sometimes companies do not realize that they are reliant upon mere human and put impossible demands on their truck drivers. Since the drivers are put in stressful situations, unfortunately, accidents result in personal injury, or even death. Not surprisingly, from 1992-2002 incidents of accidents involving large trucks increased by ten percent.

Reasons most commonly cited for the accidents are driver fatigue. The trucking company places unrealistic expectations on these drivers and most drivers feel that if they are to keep their jobs, they must resort to relying on caffeine and other stimulants instead of relying on sleep. In addition to the sleep deprivation experienced by these drivers, they sometimes still feel that they need to exceed the speed limit to make their deadlines. The deadly combination of lessened focus and fast speeds can create a trap for innocent drivers on the road.

Also, the driver may also be pressured to overload his or her truck in order to make the run the most efficient. When the weight limit is exceeded on a large truck, it affects the brakes, and the quality of the steering wheel, not giving the driver the same flexibility in driving that he or she would have if the legal limits were maintained.

While drivers are responsible for their actions, the trucking companies should also have to account for their part in the pressure put on drivers to deliver. If a trucking company’s concern with the almighty dollar has injured you or a loved one, call Williams and Kherkher at 866-950-9000.