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Lawyers in Melville, Long Island, Buffalo and Rochester, New York.
18 Wheeler Accidents have increased at an alarming rate each year. 18 Wheeler Accidents can result from unsafe driving, oversized loads and other unsafe practices that put other motorists as well as the truck operator in danger.
There are three primary causes of 18 Wheeler Accidents:
Jack-Knife Accidents - A jack-knife truck accident can be catastrophic for all who come in contact with the truck, including the truck driver. A jack-knife is when a truck with a tractor goes into a skid and the trailer swings out and stops to form a 90 degree angle. Jackknifing usually occurs when the drive wheels lock while the front wheels and the trailer keep rolling forward. A jack-knife can cause multi-car pile-ups, which often result in many fatalities.
Unsecured Loads - When equipment or loads are not properly secured, they can shift or fall off the vehicle. This can cause an obstacle course of debris for other vehicles. When a truck driver changes lanes or turns the unsecured load, the inside of a trailer can shift and cause the vehicle to lose control. The driver, truck owner, and the manufacturer can all be held responsible for putting innocent people in harm's way.
Wheel Blow Outs - When the tire tread on a truck becomes old or is defective, a blow out can occur. A blow out can result in an immediate loss of control, such as when the back end of the truck begins to fishtail. When this occurs, the truck can flip or go airborne, causing a rollover. A blowout can also cause the truck to stop aburptly, which could result in a pile-up behind it.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an 18 wheeler accident, call us now at 1-800-483-2050 or contact us by clicking on New York Truck Accident Lawyer.
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