Austin Trucking Company Negligence Lawyer
Trucking Company Negligence Attorney in Austin, TX
When most people consider the cause of a truck accident, many do not look beyond the negligence of the driver. In some cases, however, the driver is only one of several parties that can be held accountable. In others, the accident may have been completely beyond the driver’s control. There are a significant number of truck accidents that can be directly attributed to the negligence of the trucking company. However, these cases are extremely complex in nature.
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Common examples of trucking company negligence include:
- Forcing drivers to work beyond normal hours
- Failing to ensure trucks are safely loaded
- Failing to inspect, maintain, and repair trucks
- Negligent hiring and truck driver training
- Failing to install necessary safety equipment
Common Examples of Trucking Company Negligence
There can be a number of different causes that can contribute to the trucking company’s liability in the event of an accident. When you hire The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC, we can conduct a thorough investigation and work with a group of talented experts in an effort to determine exactly how your accident occurred. If the trucking company was responsible, our truck accident attorney in Austin can pursue every available option to secure full compensation in your case.
- Negligent hiring or training of truck drivers – If the trucking company does not take the necessary steps to see that their drivers are capable of handling the job, or fails to provide adequate training before sending the driver out on the road, they can be held accountable for any injuries resulting from accidents those drivers cause.
- Negligent truck maintenance – It is the trucking company’s responsibility to ensure that all trucks are roadworthy by conducting routine inspections and repairs. If the trucks are not properly maintained and accidents happen because of brake failure or some other maintenance issue, the trucking company can be held liable.
- Improper loading of trucks – Overloaded trucks, loose or unsecured cargo, and an array of other improper loading issues can contribute to serious trucking accidents. If the trucking company had any part in the improper loading of a truck that subsequently caused an accident, it can create liability in the event that someone is injured.
- Forcing drivers to work extra hours – Truck drivers are required to abide by state and federal trucking regulations, including those pertaining to the amount of hours they can work at one time. If a trucking company knowingly overworks their drivers in order to meet deadlines, they can be held accountable for any resulting damage.
If you have been injured in a truck accident, please call us at (512) 326-3200 for a free consultation.
