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Tractor-Trailer Crash Causes Explosion
Multiple emergency responders, including police, fire, and rescue, responded to an accident involving multiple vehicles. The major crash involved a tractor-trailer and multiple other vehicles, resulting in a fire and explosion. The accident happened on I-40 in Sampson County. The crash closed down Exit 355 while officials investigated the accident and cleaned it up. The eastbound lanes were closed for several hours, and traffic was temporarily rerouted.
How Did the Accident Happen?
The crash is under investigation. Preliminary reports indicate the accident started when a tractor-trailer rear-ended a car, causing it to overturn. Then, a pickup truck crashed into the crashed tractor-trailer, causing it to start on fire. At least two other big rigs also ran into the crash. A box truck swerved to avoid the accident and crashed into the median. The tractor-trailer was carrying fuel, which resulted in an explosion. According to reports, one person suffered serious injuries and three others sustained minor injuries.
What Causes Tractor-Trailer Crashes?
All accidents can be complicated, but tractor-trailer accidents may be particularly complex. Big rig crashes are caused by a variety of factors. These include human error, mechanical failure, and external conditions.
- Human Error – Human error is by far one of the most common causes of big rig accidents. Human factors include such things as speeding, driving while impaired, failure to follow traffic signals or laws, improper training, distracted driving, inattention, and drowsiness, among others.
- Mechanical Failure – Mechanical failures are any problems associated with the function of a truck. The most common mechanical failures are those involving brake malfunction and tire issues. If a truck has not been properly maintained it can lead to mechanical problems. In some cases, an improperly loaded or unsecured cargo can contribute to an accident.
- External Factors – External factors are those that are outside the vehicle. Road conditions may contribute to a crash. Pavement damage or items on the roadway could cause a crash. Weather conditions such as rain, snow, or ice may also be factors that cause accidents.
In most accidents, there are multiple factors that either cause or contribute to an accident. For example, a driver may encounter ice, but lack of experience or poor tire condition may cause the driver to be unable to prevent a crash. The police and other investigators typically review the accident to make a determination as to the cause and contributing factors.
Personal Injury Claims
When you are hurt in an accident that is not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. It is often a good idea to discuss the accident with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible after the incident. A knowledgeable attorney will help guide you through the claim process and help you obtain the money you deserve for your injuries. Damages may include money for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, among others. To find out more, call us today at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, at (704) 370-2828 for a free initial consultation.
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.cdc.gov/distracted-driving/about/index.html
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