Under-ride Trucking Accidents
An accident involving an 18-wheeler truck can be a truly horrifying experience. Considering the size of the truck and the forces that are generated, these accidents can lead to smaller cars being totaled and motorcycles being obliterated. However, before rear-guard bumpers were required on most trailers, the force of the impact would often sheer off the top portion of coups and sedans, usually impacting where a driver or passenger’s chest or head would be. The catastrophic nature of these accidents prompted government regulators to add rear bumpers to trailers.
Contact Austin trucking accident lawyer Vic Feazell by calling 877-948-4842 if you have sustained injuries because of a negligent truck driver. You may be eligible for compensation to help you recover.
Reducing the Risk of Accident
If a trucking accident is not a trucker’s fault, some may have a difficult time understanding how a driver could not see a large 18-wheeler. However, under-ride accidents, from the rear and side, still occur with limited frequency. In order to help prevent these accidents from occurring, truckers should do the following:
- Add lights and reflective tape to the side and rear of the trailer
- Be sure that no cars are coming when backing onto a street
- Give early warning while turning
- Use extending bumpers on the back and side of the trailer
Under-ride accidents are extremely serious, often leading to critical or fatal injuries to the vehicle striking the truck. Taking steps to help prevent these accidents and reduce the amount of damage done if they do occur can make a substantial difference in favor of driver safety.
Contact Us
If you have been injured in an under-ride accident caused by a negligent trucker, you may be entitled to pursue legal action. Contact Austin trucking accident lawyer Vic Feazell today at 877-948-4842 for a free case evaluation.
