Truck Accidents

York, PA Overloaded / Improper Loading Accident Lawyers

200 years of combined experience fighting for the victims of truck accidents

Commercial trucks deliver all the products homeowners and businesses need throughout York. Many trucking companies and businesses push the limits on how much they can deliver because the more products that trucks deliver, the more profits businesses and trucking companies make. At KBG Injury Law, we hold truck drivers, trucking companies, and shipping businesses accountable when they prioritize their profits over your safety. Our York lawyers represent victims when truck overloads and improperly loaded cargo (which can both cause a driver to lose control) cause injuries and fatalities. Call us now to discuss your legal rights.

 

Pennsylvania Truck Accident Settlement

$1.625 Million

Settlement for a tractor trailer crash involving a trailer that was loaded improperly allowing load to shift.

[Settlements & Verdicts]

Practice Areas

Lancaster Truck Accidents

How can we help you today?

What laws regulate truck cargo in York, PA?

Trucking companies must comply with different federal and Pennsylvania requirements that regulate how much trucks and their cargo can weigh and how the cargo should be secured. These laws include the following:

  • The US Code of Federal Regulations regulates a truck’s maximum gross vehicle weight depending on how many axles the truck has.
  • The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulates how to load and secure commercial trucks based on the types of products being loaded (for example, hazardous materials, liquids, and gases).OSHA also has rules that govern electrical concerns when loading a truck, the proper way to secure wall and floor openings, and other safety issues.
  • The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates many other truck safety issues.
  • The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has its own truck safety rules that govern the weight of trucks, the truck’s dimensions, hazardous materials, and other safety issues.

Trucking companies should also comply with the industry standards for the type of cargo they carry and the type of truck they use.

What types of accidents do overloaded and improperly loaded trucks cause in York, PA?

Our York truck overload/improper lawyers have the experience and working relationships with truck industry professionals to hold truck drivers and trucking companies accountable for the following types of negligence:

  • Accidents due to a loss of control. If equipment, machines, consumer goods, or any other cargo moves during transit, that can cause a driver to lose control because the driver will be distracted by the movement or because the shifting cargo can change how the trailer or back of the truck moves.
  • Accidents due to cargo spills. If cargo is overloaded or not properly secured, the cargo can spill out of any truck where the cargo is not fully contained. Cargo may spill if the truck takes a turn too fast, the driver needs to brake suddenly, the road is uneven, or there is a pothole, or for many other reasons. Cargo that spills creates immediate dangers for any vehicles near the spill. These dangers include veering into other cars or obstacles or driving off the road to avoid the spill, being struck by the spilled objects, or driving over the spilled objects.
  • Truck jackknifes and rollovers. Cargo that spills or moves during transit can cause a driver in York to slam on their brakes, veer into other lanes, or skid – causing the truck to jackknife or rollover. Truck jackknife accidents and rollover accidents often cause catastrophic injuries and deaths.
  • Tire blowouts. The tires and axles of commercial trucks can only carry a specific amount of weight. Excessive weight or pressure on tires can cause a tire blowout, which can be fatal.

Who do your York lawyers hold accountable when truck overloading/improper loading causes accidents?

At KBG Injury Law, we file personal injury and wrongful death claims against everyone responsible for your accident. The defendants may include any of the following individuals or businesses:

  • The driver of the truck. We hold truck drivers responsible for failing to check the security of their cargo before driving and for failing to respond safely when cargo moves inside or spills outside the truck.
  • The truck driver’s employer. Employers are directly liable if their employees are negligent. Trucking companies are also liable if they fail to vet their drivers, such as by neglecting to check that they have a commercial driver’s license (CDL), or if they fail to educate their drivers about the dangers of truck overloads and securing the truck cargo properly.
  • The truck loading companies. Many sellers rely on private trucking companies to load and unload their products. Our York truck overload/improper loading accident lawyers review who is responsible for the loading of a truck and what steps they took (or did not take) to properly secure the cargo.
  • We file claims against manufacturers if the various devices that trucking companies use to secure the cargo are defective.

We may also file claims against other defendants depending on the shipping arrangement and how the accident occurred.

What are weigh stations?

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation uses weigh stations in and near York to measure the weight of trucks and their cargo. In the past, trucks had to stop and wait in line for the weight measurement. Now, many states use electronic weigh station bypass systems that allow drivers to continue driving while the software weighs their trucks and cargo.

How much is my truck accident case worth in York, PA?

Our York truck overload/improperly loaded cargo lawyers work with your physicians to understand what medical care you need and how your injuries are affecting every part of your life – home life and work life.

At KBG Injury Law, we demand compensation for all your current and future damages, including:

  • Medical costs, including ER care, hospitalizations, surgeries, and rehabilitative therapy
  • Loss of wages, business, income, and work benefits
  • Physical pain and emotional suffering
  • Damage to your vehicle and other types of property damage
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Loss of bodily function
  • Loss of consortium (enjoyment of marital relations)
  • Inability to enjoy life’s pleasures

Do you have a York, PA, truck accident lawyer near me?

Yes. KBG Injury Law meets clients at our office located at 110 N. George St., 3rd Floor, York, PA. We also speak with clients by phone and through online video. Our lawyers will arrange to see you at your home or a healthcare facility if your injuries prevent you from coming to our office.

We’ve helped many accident victims like you obtain strong recoveries.

Speak with a respected York, PA, truck accident attorney now

At KBG Injury Law, we’re prepared to answer all your questions and explain how the claims process works. Many truck accident cases do settle. Our lawyers are always ready to try your case in court before a judge and jury. Our York overloaded/improperly loaded truck accident lawyers understand the unique challenges that accident victims must address, such as who is liable and how much their case is worth. Call us or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation. KBG Injury Law also meets clients at our offices in Lancaster, Harrisburg, Hanover, and Gettysburg.