Semitruck crashes can lead to devastating injuries for innocent victims. These large and heavy tractor-trailers can easily crush other vehicles. Because of this, safe driving for truckers and other motorists is imperative. Victims may choose to seek compensation for their injuries. Such cases cannot be successful unless it is accurately determined that another party is liable. There are a few parties that may be solely or partially liable in these cases.

Trucker errors

Truckers aren’t perfect drivers, so it shouldn’t come as a shock that they may drive in an unsafe manner. Distracted, fatigued and impaired driving are three of the more common factors that may lead to a semi truck wreck.

Load securement issues

Cargo on a rig must be secured properly. When items aren’t anchored properly, they can come off. This loose cargo directly impacts the safety of those in other vehicles. It can strike another car or it can land and become an obstacle in the road. Shifting loads can make the big-rig unstable, which can also lead to a crash.

Trucking company policies

Trucking company policies can lead to truckers feeling as though they have to rush. Tight deadlines are especially problematic. Another issue may arise when a trucking company won’t empower truckers to rest as they feel necessary.

Defective or worn components

Components that are worn because they weren’t maintained as necessary can cause serious problems. Think about how much devastation can occur if a truck’s brakes aren’t working properly. Another potential issue is defective components, which result from problems in manufacturing or design.

Drivers of other vehicles

Other drivers on the road may lead to crashes, especially if those drivers are encroaching on the “no zones” around a semi truck. Other motorists shouldn’t ever cut a semi truck off because these large vehicles can’t stop quickly. Seeking compensation after a big rig crash is one way the victims can cover the costs associated with a wreck. Hawaiʻi law sets strict time limits for these cases, so be sure to get things moving quickly if you’re ever injured in a crash with a large truck.