1. Causes of Truck Accidents/

2. Driver Error Driver fatigue Inattention and distractions
Substance abuse
Failure to securely load cargo

3. Weather Conditions
Unfavorable weather conditions increase the braking distance for trucks.

4. Improper Loading
Can result in the load being unequally distributed, therefore causing an imbalance
Can cause the truck to topple over when it would otherwise remain upright

5. Inefficient Driver
Specialized training is needed to operate big trucks.
Truck drivers are required to have special licensing.
Truck drivers need adequate training for defensive driving and the proper handling of safety issues.
Lack of adequate training and experience can make the driver more prone to accidents.

6. Condition of the Driver
If truck drivers are paid by the miles they drive, they may drive for too many
hours without sufficient rest, thereby being more susceptible to accidents.

7. Have you been injured in a truck accident?
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