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Tractor Trailer Accident
There are certain restrictions that are placed upon owners/drivers by the federal government such as break requirements, sleep requirements, speed restrictions and safety restrictions. Some safety restrictions involve the weight of the load being carried, tire tread wear, signal lighting and tire pressure. Tractor-trailer companies often violate these laws in order to maximize profits by overloading trucks. Furthermore, they try to save money by not buying new tires for their vehicles or not replacing expired safety equipment.
Large trucking companies usually own more than ten tractor-trailer trucks and can save large amounts of money by not adhering to federally prescribed safety laws. The cost of replacing worn tires for a whole fleet of tractor-trailer trucks can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.
The links below contain useful information about the safety standards and regulations that have been placed on the trucking industry:
http://www.dot.gov/safety.html
http://www.safersys.org/
http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/
If you or a loved one has been injured in a tractor trailer accident, you may be entitled to monetary compensation. For a free case evaluation, complete the consultation form below. An attorney will review your information in accordance with our site's terms and conditions and may contact you to discuss your claim.
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