Causes of Houston Truck Accidents

Common Causes of Houston Truck Accidents

Houston truck accidents are now quite common. According to a study by the Federal Motor Vehicle Administration, the number of truck accidents across the country has increased over 20% in the past decade.

Obviously, there are numerous different causes to these accidents and not all of them are the truck drivers’ fault. If you have been a victim in a semi wreck, then you do need to know the most common causes to determine if someone should be held liable for your injury or for the damage to your vehicle.

Common causes for eighteen-wheeler accidents include:

  • Driver error: fatigued driver, driving too fast for conditions, and taking prescription or over the counter medications.
  • Equipment failure: inadequate brake adjustments, tire blowouts, defective steering, improper load distribution or trailer attachment, transmission failure, and depowered front brakes.

Sometimes, the driver is at fault for either doing something to their truck or for being negligent with their own driving and rest patterns. At times, it could be the trucking company or even the manufacturer of the parts used on the trucks. In any case, it is vital that the right person is held liable for the accident. This is especially the case if you are injured or if your vehicle sustained damage. You shouldn’t have to pay those expenses yourself.

If you have been involved in one of the Houston truck accidents, you do need to contact an attorney to determine liability in the case. Kirkendall Dwyer LLP is ready to help you. You can contact us and we will be glad to go over the details of your accident and do our best to determine who is at fault, whether it is the driver, the manufacturer or someone else. Truck accidents in Houston are all too common and you shouldn’t have to be a victim.

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