Truck accidents are not your average car crash cases. Truck accidents can be catastrophic in nature. They are huge in size and weight compared to other automobiles. In case of a crash involving a truck, injuries may be fatal.
Commercial trucks are not owned by any one individual. The trucking company, driver and shipper may all be liable if an accident occurs. If you have been injured in a truck accident, you may be able to recover compensation by proving fault on part of the responsible party. One way of doing so is by establishing negligence on the part of the driver or trucking company. In case of commercial truck accidents, you must be able to show that the responsible party could have practiced a certain amount of care to avoid the mishap.
Drivers are morally and legally responsible for showing care toward fellow drivers and pedestrians. You might be successful in proving your case against the driver or trucking company if you prove that the accident could have been avoided if they had taken the necessary precautions. Identifying the defendant is an important step when trying to file the claim. Unlike with accidents involving cars, commercial trucks are not the private property of a sole individual. The truck driver, employer, contractor, insurance company, etc. may share the liability for the negligence. In some cases, the shipper may also be held liable if the truck was carrying dangerous materials but there were no appropriate warning labels on the vehicle.
If you or a loved one has recently been injured in an accident caused by a commercial truck, you should review your case and consider all the possible options. Hiring a skilled attorney might help you recover compensation for the ordeal you have experienced.