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Truck Accident Lawyers |
Serving Hartford, Waterbury, New Haven and Surrounding Areas
Our truck accident lawyers at the law firm of Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC have developed a sure touch when it comes to representing accident victims, and we know where to look for the negligence which must be proved.
Many parties may be found liable in a truck accident. Our experienced truck accident attorneys will explore every avenue to ensure that those responsible are identified.
Parties that may be liable
- The truck driver – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulates various truck driving issues, such as the amount of time a truck driver may operate a truck, the amount of rest required between trips, etc. If it can be determined that the truck driver violated these regulations, for example, by driving too many hours, driving under the influence, loading the truck improperly or taking stay-awake drugs, the truck driver may be held liable.
- Manufacturers of trucks or truck parts or equipment – Truck and part manufacturers, designers, and distributors may be held liable for dangerous or defective products.
- Truck and equipment owners – The owner of the truck or the owner of the truck equipment may be potentially liable. Owners have a responsibility to inspect equipment to ensure its safety.
- Truck loading company – Truck loaders have a responsibility to load cargo in a balanced way so that it won’t shift during travel. Unbalanced cargo can throw off the truck’s center of gravity and cause rollover accidents.
- Truck or equipment leasing agencies – Agencies that lease trucks or equipment are responsible for maintaining and inspecting the truck or equipment leased. Failure to do so properly may make them liable.
- Truck driving agencies – Agencies that lease truck drivers to other companies may be held liable for negligent hiring practices or for setting schedules that encourage speeding or extended driving hours.
- Federal, state or local road authorities – Poor design and maintenance of a road or highway can lead to accidents. In these cases, the governmental authority responsible for the design and maintenance of the roadway may be held liable.
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If you have any questions regarding who may be liable for a truck accident that caused your injuries or those of your loved one, please contact us at the law firm of Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC. We can schedule an initial consultation for you with one of our accident attorneys, so that you can learn more about your legal rights.
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