Beware of Large Commercial Trucks this Holiday Season

Thursday, November 30, 2017 by The Law Offices of J. Jeffrey Herman

The beginning of the holiday season means more commercial trucks are taking the highways across Oxnard to transport and deliver holiday packages, which means more dangers and risk of accidents for motorists. Truckers generally have a busy schedule during this time of the year. Driver fatigue and traffic congestion can make matters worse. There are uniques dangers you’ll face around the holidays. So if you ever get involved in a devastating accident, make sure you have an experienced Oxnard truck accident attorney by your side. These cases can be complex, costly, and time-consuming without the right legal intervention.

While it is not possible to prevent all traffic accidents, there are some things you can do to keep yourself in a safe position if you get involved in an accident. The first Sept is staying away from the truck’s frontal blind spots, also known as “no zones.” Look at the truck driver’s face before changing lanes. If you can’t see the truck driver, chances are he can’t see you either. Never cut in front of large trucks. While it is true they are slow, it takes them a long time to stop due to their large size. Countless holiday truck accidents are caused by impatient drivers trying to pass these large vehicles. If you are trying to pass a truck, avoid the blind spots and you should be fine.

Common causes of truck crashes

With more people on the road during the holidays, there is a greater chance for mistakes. Truck drivers tend to make more mistakes since they are usually on a tight schedule. Some of the common causes of truck accidents include:

• Driver fatigue
• Texting while driving
• Aggressive driving
• Speeding
• Driving under the influence

If the accident was caused by the factors mentioned above, you can retain an Oxnard truck accident attorney and file a claim against the party responsible for the accident. In some cases, more than one individual or company is negligent. So you may be able to pursue monetary compensation from multiple parties.

We protect your rights

If you have been injured in a truck accident this holiday season, you may be afraid to contact an attorney and explain your situation because it can be costly. While this is true, these cases are too complex to handle on your own. You will need to gather clear and convincing evidence to prove the truck driver or trucking company was negligent. The sooner you start the process, the sooner you can obtain compensation for all your losses.

While nobody likes to get involved in an accident during the holidays, it can happen even to the most cautious drivers. Truck accidents will definitely increase during the holidays and you must stay alert. Call us today and schedule your initial consultation with truck accident attorney J. Jeffrey Herman. We wish you and your loved ones a safe holiday season!