Orlando Truck Accident Lawyer 

Injured in a Truck Accident? Call Law Office of Modoline Altenor

Sharing the roads with commercial trucks can be nerve-wracking. When the worst-case scenario happens, and a crash occurs, the resulting injuries can be serious. The quality and commitment of your Orlando truck accident lawyer may be the difference in your efforts to get a fair financial settlement. 

Common Causes of Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can occur due to various factors. Sometimes, these reasons can simply be accidents where no one is at fault. However, it’s also possible that further investigation of these causes could uncover liability: 

These are some of the most common reasons for truck accidents: 

Negligent Driving

Driving behaviors such as speeding, aggressive driving, texting while driving, or using a phone while driving, can all increase the likelihood of an accident. A driver can be held accountable for negligence that is proven in a court of law. 

Negligent Maintenance

A truck that has not been properly maintained can suffer from mechanical failures, such as the brakes not working, or tire blowouts. Regular maintenance checks, adherence to safety regulations, and proactive repairs are expected from trucking companies and drivers. 

Negligent Cargo Loading

Improperly loaded or secured cargo poses a significant risk on the road. If cargo shifts during transportation, it can cause the truck to become unbalanced, leading to accidents. Moreover, improperly secured cargo may fall off the truck, creating hazards for other vehicles and potentially causing accidents. Proper training, regulatory compliance, and routine inspections are expected of those who load the truck for transport. 

Fatigue

Truck drivers often face immense pressure to meet tight deadlines, leading to extended working hours and fatigue. Fatigue impairs their reaction time, judgment, and overall performance, significantly increasing the risk of accidents. It is essential for trucking companies and drivers to adhere to regulations regarding rest periods.

Bad Weather

Adverse weather conditions pose additional challenges for truck drivers. Rain, snow, fog, or ice make roads hazardous, requiring drivers to adjust their driving accordingly. Failure to adapt to adverse conditions can increase the risk of accidents. 

In a truck accident case, our lawyer will ask—did the driver exercise the caution that would be expected of a reasonable person? If not, they can be liable. Did the trucking company act imprudently in insisting the driver continue on their route in such conditions? If so, they can be held accountable. We’re here to help injured plaintiffs prove their case. 

Diving Under the Influence (DUI)

Intoxication affects coordination, reaction time, and judgment, posing a significant risk to other road users. DUI, in the event of a conviction or guilty plea in the criminal courts, is a powerful source of evidence in an Orlando truck accident lawsuit. 

Call the Law Office of Modoline Altenor at (407) 378-1606 or contact us online. Your free initial consultation can be either in-person or virtual.