Shrable Law Firm - Albany Truck Accident Lawyer

At Shrable Law Firm, our Albany personal injury lawyers provide compassionate and honest legal counsel and representation to accident victims and their families. With a strong track record of successfully handling truck accident cases, we’re prepared to help you fight for the compensation you deserve while you focus on recovery.

Shrable Law Firm - Albany Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck accidents are generally caused by one of four factors: driver error, company negligence, equipment failure, and driving conditions. In many cases, it can be a combination of all four.

Driver error is often caused by truckers who are fatigued, distracted, impaired, or reckless. When truck drivers fail to follow the rules of the road, they put everyone around them in danger.

Most truck drivers are responsible and take their job seriously. However, even the most skilled and experienced drivers can be pushed to their limits by an employer who isn’t up to code with the industry’s legal standards. Drivers may be pushed to work longer hours than what’s deemed safe, or they might be inadequately trained in proper safety protocols.

Trucking companies are also responsible for taking the necessary steps to make sure their vehicles are safe to operate. Equipment failure, such as worn brakes or faulty tires, can lead to deadly accidents if the company fails to inspect and repair its vehicles regularly. The manufacturer of the truck may also be held liable if they produced a defective product.

Extreme weather conditions can make roads more hazardous for truck drivers. Poorly maintained roads or debris in the road can further increase the risk of a truck accident. Drivers should be trained to recognize and safely navigate hazardous situations, but sometimes these skills aren’t enough to avoid a crash.

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Shrable Law Firm - Albany Truck Accident Lawyer