Speeding Truck Driver Accident Attorney
The stopping distance for a car going 60 mph is approximately 188 feet. But did you know that this distance triples for a fully-loaded semi-truck?
If you have been injured in an Oklahoma speeding truck accident, you need a dedicated truck accident law firm on your side. A truck crash is treated very differently from a car crash by insurance companies due to the severity of injuries and the various parties involved.
The experienced lawyers at Cain Law understand how insurance companies evaluate truck accident claims. We are highly knowledgeable in commercial truck regulations and crash investigations. We have a long track record of successfully securing compensation for all kinds of truck accident cases. We also have an extensive network of medical providers that can give you the medical care you need to get your life back on track. When you hire us, you can feel confident that our rapid-response team will launch an in-depth investigation into your case. We are prepared to maximize your chances of receiving full compensation for your losses.
Allow us to stand up and fight for you. We are available 24/7, so call us or contact us online now.
Speeding Truck Accident Statistics
Recent statistics indicate that more than 5,000 people die and 160,000 are injured in truck accidents each year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Speeding plays a role in almost one-fifth of all truck accidents, according to the NHTSA’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Recent years have shown an increase in speeding violations for truck drivers. In those crashes involving a large truck and a passenger vehicle, approximately 67 percent of deaths that occur are passenger vehicle occupants, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
These statistics paint a grim picture of just how vulnerable passenger vehicle occupants are when large tractor trailers are speeding. If you have been involved in a speeding truck accident, you need a skilled Oklahoma truck accident attorney who can investigate your case and hold the responsible party accountable.
Causes of Speeding Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks are 20-30 times heavier than most other passenger vehicles on the road. For this reason, they have the potential to cause catastrophic accidents that can seriously injure or even kill others. Truck drivers have an important responsibility to drive safely at all times to prevent these accidents. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen. Many trucking companies keep drivers on a tight schedule. This pressure can influence them to drive too fast.
Truck drivers travel across city and state lines to deliver goods within a specified timeframe. This is not an easy task since trucking companies impose strict deadlines on truckers. Truckers are also expected to follow hours of service rules that limit how many hours a driver can work before they have to take a break.
Despite strict regulations related to truck drivers’ driving behavior, the intense pressure placed on them influences their actions. There are tens of thousands of reported speeding citations for commercial and semi-truck drivers each year. Combine this with the thousands of truck drivers who speed without getting caught, and you’ve got a lot of trucks on the road going too fast.
What Are the Dangers of Speeding Truck Drivers?
Speeding increases the risk and severity of an accident for any type of vehicle, including a truck. The faster a truck is going, the longer it will take to stop. If another vehicle, a pedestrian, or an obstacle comes in the way of a speeding truck, the truck driver may not be able to stop in time to avoid a crash.
Maintaining control of a truck is more difficult for a driver when they are speeding. While a driver may think they have full control of their vehicle when they’re speeding down a straight road or highway, a curve in the road can easily throw them off balance and cause them to skid or roll over. Speeding can cause a catastrophic crash that may involve any vehicles or pedestrians nearby.
Numerous conditions can further increase the risk of a crash when speeding. These include:
- Adverse weather conditions, such as fog, rain, or snow that can reduce visibility and create slippery roads
- Construction zones that may include obstacles and hazards such as narrow lanes or sharp turns
- Carrying a full load, which further increases a truck’s stopping distance and risk of rolling over
Common Injuries of Speeding Truck Accidents
Truck accidents can cause serious injuries that may require emergency medical attention and long-term treatment. Some of the most common injuries suffered in speeding truck accidents are:
- Head and traumatic brain injuries
- Paralysis
- Amputation
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neck injuries
- Lacerations and cuts
- Burns
- Broken or fractured bones
How Our Attorneys Can Help You in a Speeding Accident
If you have sustained injuries in a speeding truck crash, you may be eligible to claim compensation for your medical bills, long-term treatment, lost wages, and pain and suffering. To do so, you will need the help of an experienced Oklahoma City truck accident attorney to prove that the truck driver was speeding.
The skilled attorneys at Cain Law have extensive experience successfully handling all kinds of Oklahoma truck accident cases. When you hire us, we will conduct an in-depth investigation to determine the cause of the truck accident and who was responsible. We will then collect evidence to build an aggressive case against them. We will also ensure that you get the medical treatment you need through our extensive network of providers. And, we will hire experts to evaluate the long-term costs of your injuries so that we can pursue maximum compensation for you.
Most importantly, we will aggressively fight for a fair settlement from the insurance company or a jury verdict in court for you.
Contact Our Speeding Truck Accident Lawyers
After a speeding truck accident, it’s critical that you do not provide any statements or sign any documents from the insurance company. Protect your legal rights by allowing the dedicated truck accident attorneys at Cain Law to handle your claim. Call us or contact us online to schedule a free consultation today.
