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Large commercial trucks play a crucial role in Ohio’s economy. While these vehicles usually travel without issues, bad weather can quickly make familiar routes hazardous and dangerous. At Paulozzi LPA Injury Lawyers, our Ohio truck accident attorneys discuss weather-related accidents and how they may impact liability in a collision.
When discussing truck accidents causing serious harm, the focus often shifts to the negligence of the truck driver or trucking company. However, many large truck accidents occur during bad weather. It’s impossible to predict the exact effects of bad weather on the roads, and a truck driver or company may not always be held responsible for accidents solely caused by bad weather.
However, when passenger vehicle drivers are injured or killed due to a combination of truck driver negligence and bad weather, the situation changes.
Mother Nature isn’t always the only factor in weather-related accidents. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), truck drivers must still exercise extreme caution when driving in dangerous weather conditions.
For truck companies and drivers, time is money. To meet delivery deadlines, commercial truck drivers may drive too fast for conditions, especially during bad weather, leading to serious accidents. Wet or icy roads make driving even at legal speeds dangerous. When roads are slick, and visibility is poor, a driver may struggle to stop or react in time, increasing the risk of a crash.
If a truck driver chooses to operate in poor weather conditions and does so dangerously, they could be held liable if an accident occurs.
Proving liability after a truck accident in bad weather can be challenging. A skilled Ohio truck accident lawyer will need to gather various types of evidence to prove what happened, including:
It may be necessary to involve experts to reconstruct the accident scene to determine what happened.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash caused by the negligence of a truck driver in Ohio, contact Paulozzi LPA Injury Lawyers for assistance. We will conduct a thorough investigation to determine liability. Our goal is to secure full compensation for your losses, including:
When you need an Ohio truck accident lawyer, reach out for a free consultation by clicking here or calling us at 888-710-0040.
