When Might a Semi-Truck Driver Get Arrested for Causing an Accident?
Generally speaking, truckers go to prison when they kill or seriously injure individuals while committing some kind of major offense.
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Generally speaking, truckers go to prison when they kill or seriously injure individuals while committing some kind of major offense.
Rubbernecking can lead to serious crashes. Slowing down unexpectedly can cause a domino effect for all following vehicles, increasing the chances of a “rear-ender.”
As a general rule, trucking companies have higher insurance coverage amounts because there tends to be much more damage associated with these large commercial vehicle crashes.
You should always get the names and contact information of all those present at the scene.
At first glance, it might seem like these crashes are freak accidents. But if that was the case, then why are there so many of them on a regular basis?
This “shearing” force is perhaps the greatest threat for motorists who rear-end semi–trucks. Often, this phenomenon is enough to completely decapitate drivers.
Accidents may be caused by one driver, several drivers, road conditions, weather, natural or other causes.
Alaska follows a “pure comparative fault” rule when both parties are found to share blame for an accident.
Heirs of the decedent and personal representatives of their estate can file a wrongful death action.
The amount of your settlement is contingent on the extent of your injuries.