Stockton Semi-Truck Collisions

Stockton Semi-Truck Accidents

The exact circumstances that cause auto collisions also cause semi-truck collisions. A semi-truck operator who cannot see due to poor visibility caused by inclement weather conditions like fog and rain can cause a semi-truck collision. Further, a semi-truck operator driving while intoxicated or on drugs lacks the sharp driving skills required to avoid a potentially catastrophic semi-truck collision.

Drowsy Driving

Drowsy driving can plague operators of large commercial trucks. Unexpectedly falling asleep behind the wheel can lead to a catastrophic semi-truck accident. Some truck drivers are on the road all day and all night, risking their safety and the safety of other motorists. Federal regulations require truck drivers to log their hours on the road and limit the time that they can drive a truck. However, many commercial truck drivers have been caught with misleading and/or inaccurate records.

Improperly Loaded Trucks

Another typical issue with truckers is that they “overload” their vehicles. When a semi-truck has too much cargo, the truck sometimes cannot handle the weight. You end up with a four-ton hunk of steel pummeling towards other motorists at high speeds. Big rigs can also cause a catastrophic jack-knife accident if the driver loses control of the trailer.

Tow Truck Accidents

Similar to improperly loaded trucks, you should also take precautions when driving near a tow truck. Tow trucks pull another vehicle behind them, making it extremely dangerous to get in a traffic collision with one of these vehicles.

Regardless of the cause, catastrophic injury or wrongful death is very likely in a truck accident.

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