Trucking companies are responsible for ensuring that vehicles are inspected and properly working before they are sent out on route. At Marsh | Rickard | Bryan, LLC, we know there are many things that can go wrong when a vehicle is in motion if the maintenance has been poor. With Alabama maintenance neglect, an issue could develop with the tires, brakes, lights and reflectors, steering, and more. If you were recently in an accident with a semi truck, 18-wheeler, or tractor trailer, we can help you receive the compensation you need to recover. Please reach out now to schedule a consultation so we can discuss the accident further.
Maintenance Neglect Alabama
After an accident with a commercial vehicle, our investigators can review the evidence gathered and determine the contributing factors that caused the collision. We may find that there was serious neglect when it came to the maintenance of the truck and that you are not responsible for the accident. Typically, common reasons for why these Alabama maintenance neglect accidents happen is from driver error or mechanical failure. Drivers may make mistakes from being under the influence or are too fatigued to drive safely. Mechanical failures can happen from negligent standards in vehicle maintenance. There may be sufficient evidence to show there was neglect by the company and problems with their operational policies. To have a member of our team investigate the accident and identify liable parties, contact us now.
As investigators and attorneys, it is our purpose to find out what caused the accident and examine auto maintenance records. We may assess how long it had been since brakes were fixed, how many miles went by before the last tune up, and if there are signs of maintenance neglect that the trucking company should have handled. When a trucking company does not practice due diligence, then they risk the safety of the public when these hefty vehicles are in motion. If you were seriously injured in a commercial truck collision, we recommend getting help from our team right away.
Why Experience Matters When Handling Maintenance Neglect
Vehicle maintenance neglect is a serious issue. When trucking companies or other parties are careless with safety, people can get hurt. Here are just a few reasons why our clients can rely on us to handle their case with the care and attention is deserves:
- It is our mission to provide you with the compensation you deserve so that you feel your story is heard and justice is found.
- We have been in operation for more than 25 years, handled 5,000+ cases, with a success rate of 99%, and $1 billion+ in settlements the past decade.
- We were recognized by Chambers and Partners, which is an international organization and identifies law firms with dedication that goes beyond expectation for their clients.
If you were hurt in a recent accident with a commercial truck, now is the time to contact our team at Marsh | Rickard | Bryan, LLC for assistance. We know that Alabama maintenance neglect is a serious issue and offenders who violate safety standards and protocols should be held liable. Please contact us now for the support you need at this time.
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Did An Unsafe Truck Cause Your Accident?
Trucking companies are required to ensure that their vehicles get inspected before they go out on the road. There are hundreds of things that can go wrong, but if something should happen to the brakes, tires, steering mechanism, or lights and reflectors, serious accidents and injuries can easily result.
If you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident with a semi-truck, tractor-trailer or 18-wheeler, and if you suffered a serious personal injury in the process, Marsh, Rickard & Bryan, can help you recover the compensation you’ll need to put your life back in order.
Our investigators quickly reach the site of each accident and help determine what went wrong to cause the collision. If you’ve been injure/personal-injury/vehicle-accidents/truck-accidents/federal-regulations/d in a truck accident, contact Marsh, Rickard & Bryan, for a free initial consultation.
Negligent Maintenance
If you’ve been involved in a trucking accident and you weren’t at fault, there are usually only two possible explanations for how it happened: driver error and mechanical failure. Driver error can be caused by fatigue or driving under the influence of controlled substances, and mechanical failure is caused by lax standards in the trucking company’s maintenance. Either can be indicative of negligent supervision in a company’s operational policies.
As attorneys and investigators, our goal is not only to find out what went wrong with the truck, but also to check the auto maintenance records to see if there had been a history of problems. We ask, for example, how long had the driver been complaining about the brakes? How many miles since the last tune-up? The answer to these questions determines just how negligent the trucking company was if they caused your injury.
For more information or to set up a free initial consultation, contact Marsh, Rickard & Bryan, today.
