Trucks, especially 18-wheelers, are huge and often weigh more than 80,000 lbs. When truck accidents occur, they can lead to catastrophic injuries to those who are involved especially those of us in regular vehicles. Trucking companies are required to follow certain federal and state regulations; nonetheless, these rules are often bent or broken by truck drivers and their employers. This often puts other drivers in extreme danger.

Truck accidents occur due to a variety of negligent actions not just on the part of truck driver but also on the part of trucking companies. These companies are notorious for pushing the truck drivers to meet the deadlines. In order to meet the unrealistic deadlines, truck drivers deprive themselves of sleep and drive faster. Often the companies hire driver's that are not safe drivers or are inexperienced. Some companies do not ensure that the trucks are not overloaded. Others look away when their drivers do not properly update their log books because drivers are required to get 8 hours of sleep for every 12-13 hours they drive. Companies also push to keep their trucks on the road hauling loads as much as possible and this can result in delays in maintenance of important safety features such as brakes and suspension mechanisms.

However, of all these factors, truck driver fatigue is the leading cause of truck accidents.

If you or your loved one has been injured in a truck accident due to a driver's negligence or that of the trucking company, you should hire an attorney who has experience in handling truck accidents as soon as possible. Often critical evidence is lost forever within a few weeks of the accident. Also trucking companies and their insurance carriers often confront the victims in an attempt to pay them less than what they actually deserve for their injuries, medical bills and lost wages. So it is often necessary to have a competent San Francisco personal injury attorney on your side.

Nelson C. Barry III is an experienced Truck Accident Attorney.  He will educate you about your legal options and will fight the insurance company when they try to coerce you into a quickie settlement. We at the Law office of Nelson Barry are on your side and we use Mr. Barry's 31 years of experience to confront the trucking companies and their insurance carriers to pay you fair value for your case. We are known for our aggressive representation and for getting excellent results. Call us today for free initial consultation and let us get started on your case. At Law Office of Nelson Barry, we do not charge anything unless we win.