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Negligence And Fault In A Catastrophic Truck Accident

Negligence And Fault In A Catastrophic Truck Accident

A serious accident with a truck involved can be fatal. The issue with these accidents is the difficulty in proving fault.

For the most part, commercial truck drivers safely adhere to the rules of the road. Whether it’s the transportation of large freight or smaller packages, their job is to drive in a professional manner (and efficiently). Truck drivers are operating some of the biggest pieces of machinery the road sees, so they’re aware of the job’s importance. While a careful approach is always instituted, negligence unfortunately occurs. A serious accident with a truck involved can be fatal. The issue with these accidents is the difficulty in proving fault.

Negligence

If you or a loved one has been involved in a serious or catastrophic truck accident, you deserve justice. To do that, the priority is proving that the cause of the accident was due to negligence. Negligence comes in many forms, whether it’s texting the while driving, engaging in road rage, excessive tiredness while on the road or even alcohol, in some rare cases. These are all admissible as negligent behavior, which is why a police report will help you in the effort to prove it.

Determining Fault

Fault is a tricky subject, because it can be difficult to determine. The blame in an accident can quickly be shifted, even if it seems blatantly obvious. Truck drivers could be terminated if they engage in an act that demonstrates negligent behavior, and then subsequently causes an accident. Even if there is a lack of proof, the fault could be twisted. Determining fault is a challenge because multiple cars are usually involved, meaning there are many different sides to the story and multiple claims of fault. The legality of the situation becomes muddied, which is why clear, direct evidence is so crucial.

Have You Been Affected By A Catastrophic Truck Accident? Contact The Snyder Law Group Today

The Snyder Law Group, LLC, proudly represents clients throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. Our experienced Baltimore attorneys understand the frustration that comes with an insurance company, medical professional, or other party that refuses to accept liability for negligent or reckless behavior. You can take heart in knowing there are talented and experienced lawyers ready to work for you. We are experienced in handling personal injury claims of medical malpractice or injury resulting from serious car and truck accidents, and have secured hundreds of millions in verdicts settlements*. Please visit our website, www.410thefirm.com, for more information and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google +, and LinkedIn.

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