Dump Truck Accidents in North Carolina

Dump Truck Accidents in North Carolina

Dump trucks are a part of everyday life in North Carolina. Dump trucks are large, heavy vehicles that transport and deliver bulk materials such as gravel or dirt. These massive trucks are often necessary for construction projects and disposal, as well as for other needs. Unfortunately, dump trucks may be dangerous, and a collision could result in disastrous consequences. An experienced personal injury attorney will help you get the money you deserve for your injuries.

Dangers of Dump Trucks

Dump trucks are classified into categories. Light-duty dump trucks are Class 4, 5, or 6 and weigh up to 26,000 pounds. Class 7 and 8 dump trucks are heavy-duty and may weigh up to 86,000 pounds with a full load. Extremely heavy trucks are difficult to stop, and if they hit a smaller vehicle, they can do quite a bit of damage. Dump trucks carry loads such as gravel that can sometimes come loose or dump out unexpectedly. In some cases, they transport hazardous materials, which can result in injuries or fatalities during crashes.

Types of Dump Truck Accidents

Dump truck crashes are extremely serious because they are quite heavy and can easily cause severe damage, even at low speeds. A dump truck may collide with another vehicle in a rear-end collision, t-bone crash, or even side-swipe accident. Dump trucks can be prone to rollovers. As with other large trucks, dump trucks have significant blind spots that can make it difficult for drivers to change lanes or make turns. Dump trucks may spill their loads, causing roadway hazards, or they could even lose their contents onto other cars.

Liability in Dump Truck Crashes

One or more parties may be liable or responsible for a dump truck crash. There may be multiple negligent parties in a single accident. In many cases, an investigation will need to be completed to prove negligence. Some of the parties that may be liable in a dump truck crash are:

Driver
Owner
Contractors
Maintenance company
Manufacturer

Driver error is one of the most common causes of vehicle accidents. Driver error includes a variety of things such as speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, and inexperience, among others. Improper maintenance and loading mistakes are other frequent reasons for truck crashes.

A comprehensive review will help you determine the parties that are responsible for paying damages caused by their negligence. Sometimes, an accident reconstruction specialist will be necessary to provide a report regarding the specific details of the crash.

Compensation for Injuries Caused by Dump Truck Accidents

Injuries caused by dump truck accidents can be severe and sometimes life-threatening. Serious injuries require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation. The negligent party should pay for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any other damages you incurred as a result of the accident. The law limits the time to file a claim, so it is best to talk to an attorney as soon as possible after the crash. Our attorneys will handle the claim from start to finish.

If you or a loved one were hurt in a dump truck crash, you may be owed compensation for your damages. Call us today at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, at (704) 370-2828 to speak to our knowledgeable legal team.

The skilled personal injury attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC are dedicated to maximizing the financial recovery and obtaining justice for every personal injury client injured by another party’s negligence. The issues our personal injury clients may be facing include, but are not limited to, slip and fall injuries, wrongful death, product liability, catastrophic injuries, dog bite claims, car and truck accident injuries, motorcycle injuries, traumatic brain injury (TBI), nursing home negligence, spinal cord injury, boating accidents, and defective medical device injury. Our personal injury attorneys understand the devastating impact such an injury can have on a person’s life, and that the effects so often go beyond physical pain and suffering. The personal injury attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC are dedicated to helping clients determine the strength of their claims, and to aggressively pursuing the means necessary to achieve the best possible end result for each client’s particular situation.

Source:

https://www.ncleg.net/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/html/BySection/Chapter_1/GS_1-52.html

https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/safety/driving-safety/Pages/distracted-driving.aspx

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