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614-756-6774Dedicated Tractor-Trailer Jackknife Accidents Attorneys in Columbus, Ohio
Tractor-trailer trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when they are fully loaded, and they still weigh up to 40,000 pounds when they are not carrying cargo. Due to their sheer size and weight, accidents involving tractor-trailers are some of the most serious on the roads and highways in and around Columbus. Of all truck crashes, jackknife accidents are some of the most catastrophic. Jackknife accidents cause a significant number of fatalities and even when victims survive them, they will suffer some of the worst types of injuries.
Negligent, or careless, acts are typically the cause of jackknife accidents. If you or someone you love has been hurt, you may be able to file a claim against the negligent party to obtain compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and more. Our Columbus tractor-trailer jackknife accidents lawyer can advise on the settlement you deserve.
What are Tractor-Trailer Jackknife Accidents?
As their name implies, tractor-trailers have two main parts. The first is the cab, or the tractor, which is where the driver sits, steers, and operates the different parts of the truck. The second part of a tractor-trailer is the trailer, which holds the cargo the truck is carrying. The tractor of the truck is connected to the trailer by a hitch. In most cases, the hitch is very effective at keeping the trailer in line with the tractor. During a jackknife accident, however, the trailer swings to the side, becoming perpendicular to the tractor.
Tractor-trailer jackknife accidents are incredibly dangerous for everyone, including the trucker and any other motorists or vehicle passengers around the truck. Vehicles in the direct path of the swinging trailer are most at risk, because occupants within them do not usually have enough time or space to move out of the way. When a trailer crosses into other lanes of traffic, drivers in the oncoming lane may crash into it. Usually, jackknife accidents involve multiple vehicles.
What Causes Tractor-Trailer Jackknife Accidents?
Tractor-trailer jackknife accidents have many different causes. The most common of these include:
- Impaired driving
- Drowsy driving
- Sudden braking
- Aggressive driving
- Improperly secured cargo
- Low visibility
- Failure to maintain the truck
- Tire blowouts
- Poor weather conditions
Jackknife accidents happen very suddenly, and they are also unexpected. Injured individuals may not immediately know what caused it, or who was to blame. Determining the cause of any jackknife accident is critical, though, so you know who to hold liable for paying the damages you deserve. Our Columbus tractor-trailer jackknife accidents lawyer can analyze the facts of your case and determine the cause so you can focus on getting better.
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Our Tractor-Trailer Jackknife accident lawyer in Columbus Can Provide the Legal Advice You Need
All collisions involving trucks are serious, but jackknife accidents are some of the most serious. At Oliver Law Office, our Columbus tractor-trailer jackknife accidents lawyer can determine what caused your injuries, so you obtain the full and fair settlement you deserve. Call or text us now at (614)-220-9100 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.
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