Some people think that being a truck driver is a simple, straightforward job. On the contrary, being a truck driver is very difficult for a number of reasons. The hours are long and grueling. It is tough to stay in shape physically. Getting appropriate rest and maintaining a semblance of personal life can be difficult. And none of this says anything about operating a multi-ton vehicle across thousands of miles of American highways.
But none of these is meant as excuses for truck drivers. They have picked this career path for a reason, and they need to perform their jobs safely and properly. When they fail to do this, the shortcomings of the position don’t save them. The negligent operation of a truck is unacceptable.
The tiniest mistake behind a tractor-trailer wheel can change many people’s lives all at once. Consider all of the potential issues that can lead to a driver or truck failing out on the road:
- The cargo can play a huge role, from the contents of that cargo to the way it is loaded and secured
- The driver’s state of mind is obviously critical, as a drunk driver, distracted driver, or fatigued driver is more likely to cause an accident
- The hours the truck driver has worked and whether or not they violated federal law
- The maintenance records of the vehicle, as well as the license requirements of the driver
These are just a few of the problems that can precipitate a truck accident. For the victims of these accidents, a Kansas City truck accident lawyers at Townsend Law, LLC have the experience necessary to support your personal injury claims against trucking companies and truck drivers.