Dublin Truck Accident Lawyer
Nobody expects to sustain serious injuries in a large truck accident, yet big-rig and semi-truck accidents happen more frequently than you might think. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), more than 4,800 large trucks were involved in deadly accidents in 2020, and data suggests that the number increased in 2021. Given that semi-trucks can weigh up to 20 times or 30 times as much as a passenger vehicle, large truck collisions often result in disabling and life-threatening injuries for occupants of smaller vehicles like cars and light trucks. In many cases, the truck driver’s negligence will have caused the collision, and it may be possible to file a lawsuit against the truck driver and one or more other liable parties. Contact our experienced Dublin truck accident lawyer to find out more about filing a lawsuit to seek financial compensation.
Common Causes of Large Truck Accidents in Dublin, Ohio
Truck accidents in Dublin can have a wide range of causes. Our Dublin truck accident attorneys want to emphasize that it is essential to determine the cause of a large truck accident in order to determine which party or parties are likely to be liable for injuries. To be sure, causation is linked to liability. The following are common causes of large truck crashes as identified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA):
- Truck driver negligence, which may include distracted driving, drowsy driving, intoxicated driving, or aggressive driving;
- Car, SUV, motorcycle, or light truck driver negligence, which may include distracted driving, drowsy driving, intoxicated driving, or aggressive driving;
- Road hazards, such as debris that has not been cleared, large potholes or road damage, or icy roads due to winter weather;
- Improper loading of the truck trailer, which may involve adding too much cargo such that the truck is overweight or improperly distributing cargo in the trailer;
- Negligent maintenance of the large truck, which may involve failing to have the truck properly serviced by its owner or careless maintenance work by a mechanic;
- Truck part defects, like defective tires or defective brakes;
- Tire blowouts, which can result in jack-knife accidents; and
- Inclement weather, which may include snowy or icy weather in the winter or excessive rain during the warmer months.
Liability for a Dublin Trucking Accident
Who is liable for a trucking accident in Dublin? The following are parties who are commonly responsible for injuries:
- Truck driver;
- Truck driver’s employer;
- Motor vehicle driver who causes a collision with the truck;
- Company responsible for loading the trailer;
- Mechanic who worked on the truck;
- Designer of one of the truck’s parts;
- Manufacturer of one of the truck’s parts; or
- Owner of the road where the truck accident occurred.
Statute of Limitations for a Dublin Trucking Accident Lawsuit
Most truck accident lawsuits must be filed within two years from the date of the crash. After that time runs out, your claim will be time-barred under Ohio law.
Contact Oliver Law Office Today
At the Oliver Law Office, we know how devastating large truck accidents can be. Our firm is here to help you seek the compensation you need after a devastating trucking collision in the Dublin area. Contact our experienced Dublin truck accidents lawyer today to learn more about how we can assist you.
