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San Jose Trucking Accident Lawyer

Truck Rollovers

In the U.S., many industries rely upon commercial trucks and trucking companies.  Commercial trucking companies are commonly called upon to deliver large shipments of cargo and products.  Just imagine going to your local grocery store.  How many times have you seen a giant-sized truck delivering goods?  The truth is, without commercial trucks, many companies would be out of business because they wouldn't have the products they need to make profits.

However, due to the need for large deliveries, trucking companies are presented with constant challenges.  First, they are responsible for transporting thousands of products that weigh tons from location-to-location.  For example, an 18 wheeler truck may have to carry loads that weigh up to 80,000 pounds.  Second, trucking companies must make sure that deliveries are made on time.  With the pressure to deliver so many products quickly, commercial trucking companies and their drivers sometimes engage in reckless behaviors (i.e. overstocking trucks) that can result in truck rollovers.

A truck rollover usually occurs when a truck is not stocked correctly and is therefore unbalanced.  The lack of balance causes one side of the truck to be heavier to than the other.  If truck drivers speed or brake too quickly, the imbalance can lead to the truck rolling over one or more times.  Truck rollovers can than lead to chemical leaks, oil spills and even large explosions.  As you can imagine, whenever a truck rollover happens, any nearby drivers and passengers can be at great risk for getting injured or killed.

Personal Injury Claims & Truck Rollovers

Due to the fact that truck rollovers are so fatal, truck drivers and trucking companies are supposed to remain cautious at all times.  This means that they should be careful while stocking trucks and refrain from negligent driving behaviors, like speeding or driving while fatigued.  If truck drivers and trucking companies are negligent and a truck rollover occurs, people injured during rollovers will have the right to file personal injury claims to obtain damages.

San Jose Truck Rollover Attorney

Wallin & Sauer is committed to protecting your rights and maximizing your recovery so you don't have to settle with negligent parties or insurance companies.  If you are ready to work with a skilled San Jose truck rollover lawyer, contact an attorney at Wallin & Sauer  today!