Big Truck Accident
Motor vehicle accidents between cars can cause significant personal injury; however, when one or more of the vehicles involved in the accident is a tractor trailer (big-rig truck), the damages can be catastrophic.
Why do big-rig truck accidents happen? Oftentimes, tractor-trailer accidents occur simply due to the nature of a large truck — they cannot accelerate, maneuver, or decelerate the way a passenger car does. Other reasons include:
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Inexperienced Driver
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Distracted Driver
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Tired Driver
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Driver on Drugs or Alcohol
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Lack of Proper Brake Maintenance
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Lack of Proper Safety Devices (reflectors, lights, etc.)
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Speeding
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Overweight Trucks
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Poor Weather Conditions
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Insufficient Federal Safety Inspection