Mechanicsburg Truck Accident Lawyers, PA

What kinds of claims do your Mechanicsburg truck accident attorneys handle?

Our Mechanicsburg truck accident attorneys represent car drivers, passengers, cyclists, pedestrians, and others in lawsuits stemming from:

• Head-on accidents
• Intersection accidents
• Broadsides/T-bone accidents
• Passing and merging accidents
• Rear-end collisions
• Single-vehicle accidents
• Multiple-vehicle accidents

We also help people who sustained injuries in truck accidents like:

• This type of accident happens when a tractor and trailer move in different directions. The tractor and trailer fold together like the blades of a knife. Jackknives usually occur when a truck speed, cargo shifts, the roads are curved, or a truck skids.
• The center of gravity of trucks is much different than cars, which makes trucks more prone to rolling over. Speed, sharp turns, and shifting cargo are common risk factors. The drivers of trucks that roll over are likely to die or suffer severe injuries. Truck rollovers create havoc for anyone nearby.
• Blind spot accidents. Most trucks do not have rear windows. The longer and wider the truck, the more difficult it is to see behind and to the sides of the truck. Drivers need to use extra caution when turning and passing. The trucks should have the latest camera and video blind spot technology.
• Wide-turn intersection accidents. Trucks need a lot of room to complete their turns. Many trucks need to straddle more than one lane. Any cars, especially cars to the right of a turning truck, can be crushed. Truck drivers must know the safest way to complete their turns.
• Underride accidents. Trucking companies must have rear guards to prevent small cars from sliding under a truck in the event of a collision. Trucking companies should also install side and front guards.
• Truck cargo crashes. The main job of trucks is to deliver cargo. There are rules for how to load and secure each type of cargo. Cargo that shifts can cause a driver to lose control of the truck, causing an accident. Cargo that spills can be a nightmare for any cars or people nearby.
• Backing-out accidents. Trucks that drive into driveways, loading docks, and parking lots need a way to return to the highway. The best strategy is to avoid having to back out in the first place. The second best strategy is being educated about the safety procedures that must be used when backing out, such as using spotters and digital technology.
• Tire blowouts. The more tires a truck has, the more likely one will blow out. Just one tire blowout can cause a driver to lose control of the Tires should be checked for pressure, tread, and other safety requirements before each trip.