Sacramento Truck Accident as a Result of Mechanical Problems

California is one of about only ten states that impose lower speed limits for commercial vehicles and large trucks. Nonetheless, speed, mechanical problems, driver exhaustion, blind spots, and reckless driving all account for many truck accidents. But you may be surprised to learn that  mechanical problems are a major cause of truck accidents. If you have been seriously injured in a truck accident where mechanical problems were a contributing factor you need to speak with our Sacramento truck accident attorney so we can move forward with you compensation claim.

Mechanical Problems and Their Role in Truck Accidents

Truck accident almost always leads to catastrophic injuries and too often even death. The failure of a truck's air brakes while traveling on a downhill grade may cause the truck to run stop signs and red lights and plow into one or more vehicles in front of it. Tread separation from a defective tire which results in a blowout can send a tractor-trailer across traffic lanes and into other traffic, and the tire debris can fly through a vehicle window causing death. A broken chassis or poorly designed hitch can cause a large truck to careen off the side of the road or into other traffic. Those are only a few examples of the dangers of mechanical problems.

Manufacturers of trucks and truck components, including tires, have the legal responsibility to ensure that their designs and products are safe. When the equipment they produce fails to perform in the manner in which it should, they are liable for any damage caused as a result of such failure. In addition to malfunctioning equipment, truck drivers and trucking companies are required to perform proper truck inspections and maintenance daily. If they fail to do so and mechanical problems occur which result in accident and injury, then they also may be held liable for damages. 

Involve a Sacramento Accident Attorney Immediately

For a number of reasons, time is of the essence when it comes to trucking accidents. Firstly, it is important that an investigation of the accident scene is conducted in order to preserve evidence. While trucking companies will have their own investigators review the accident scene, so should you.

Such investigators work for the trucking companies and their job is to protect the truck company's best interests, not yours. Remember they prefer not to pay out settlements or at the very least keep settlements to a minimum. In addition, due to restrictive statutes of limitations, time could run out if you do not act quickly when filing a truck accident case. 

If you have been involved in a truck accident, our highly skilled Sacramento truck accident attorneys can help. The Sacramento truck accident law firm has had much experience with truck accident cases and our experienced Sacramento truck accident attorneys possess the skills you need to ensure that your rights are protected. 

As a leading Sacramento truck accident law firm, we thoroughly investigate all aspects of our cases and uncover the cause(s) of the accident, including mechanical failure, driver exhaustion, unrealistic scheduling, blind spots, and more. We work closely with accident reconstruction specialists, product engineers, and other industry experts in order to build a strong case and obtain fair and just compensation for our clients.