When a commercial truck driver is responsible for a motor vehicle accident, the results can be terrible. Passenger cars are not built to withstand a significant impact from such a massive vehicle. Often, the cause of a truck accident is some form of driver negligence, like distracted driving. However, even the most skilled truck driver in the world may not be able to prevent a crash if some component on their truck fails. Losing steering or braking ability can result in a collision as the driver loses control of their truck. It is usually the responsibility of the company the truck driver works for to maintain their fleet in good condition. Failing to do so can be considered negligence on their part, and the company may be liable for accidents that occur as a result of their failure.
Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC has the investigative and legal skills needed to hold these careless trucking companies accountable for the harm they cause. It often takes an intensive investigation to find evidence that a mechanical failure was the cause of an accident.
These cases can be quite complex, requiring significant physical evidence to prove what happened. Our attorneys will do everything we can to ensure that the party responsible for your injuries will be forced to pay for your damages – medical bills, lost wages, emotional distress, and more. We suggest calling us as soon as possible after a truck accident so that we can begin investigating the scene of the accident while we are still likely to find physical evidence like tire tracks and debris.
