Commercial Vehicle Accident

Road debris caused a multi-vehicle accident that resulted in a fatality and several injuries. The accident happened on a busy North Carolina interstate during a busy morning commute. Investigators determined that a tire jack had fallen from a vehicle into the roadway. The debris led to a chain-reaction accident that left a bus driver dead. The accident happened on U.S. 52 in Albemarle, NC, located about 40 miles east of Charlotte.

How Did Debris Cause the Accident?

Police investigating the fatal accident found that a tire jack was dropped onto the roadway by a vehicle. A Jeep traveling southbound hit the tire jack, which caused the driver to lose control. The Jeep traveled into the northbound lanes, where it struck a Stanly County Public Transportation bus. A pickup truck traveling behind the bus then hit the bus from behind. The bus is described as a light transit vehicle (LTV).

In North Carolina, we have quite a few large commercial trucks traveling through. While large trucks are a necessary part of life, they can also be dangerous. If a smaller vehicle, such as a passenger car, SUV, or pickup truck, is involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler, the results can be devastating. If you were hurt in an accident with a big rig, you want to make sure that you receive the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and damages. A knowledgeable attorney will help guide you through the claim process.

Trucks Are Larger and Heavier Than Passenger Vehicles

Commercial trucks are extremely large and heavy. While a typical passenger vehicle weighs about 4,000 pounds (two tons), a semi tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds (40 tons) when fully loaded with cargo. This weight makes them unique because they are more difficult to drive, steer, and stop. When a large truck collides with a smaller vehicle, the damage can be severe.

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