Kansas City Trucking Accident Law Blog

At Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys, we know how horrifying it is to think about what can happen when several semi-tractor trailer trucks are involved in the same accident.  Anytime you have a multiple vehicle accident, serious injuries and sadly, fatalities usually are involved.

Two people suffered serious injury in a horrific ten vehicle accident that involved an 18 wheeler big rig truck in Waco, Texas. The trucking injury accident happened on October 25, 2011 on around 10 a.m. on Interstate 35. Authorities investigating say the truck stopped suddenly on the highway when the driver realized the truck would not clear an upcoming over pass, triggering a chain reaction. The truck was apparently off its normal route.

While this accident may have been caused by an error on the part of one of the truck drivers, keeping the roads safe is the responsibility of everyone.  Next time you’re on the road with one of the highway goliaths, keep these important driving tips in mind. Never ride in a trucker’s blind spot, which is at the right/ rear of the vehicle and right front corner of the truck.  If you’re going to pass a truck, get it over with.  Never ride side by side if you can control it because you never know when you’ll slip into one of these blind spots.

Be a patient driver.  Driving a big rig is much more difficult than driving a smaller vehicle.  Next time you’re rushing to get through an intersection, keep in mind that the truck driver isn’t trying to slow everyone down, they’re trying to make sure they turn safely without hitting anyone.  It’s for your safety.

Our experienced Kansas City Trucking Accident and Injury Attorneys know that truck drivers are already getting involved in ongoing training programs but they can’t do it alone.  All motorists need to take responsibility on the roads.  Whether you are driving, a car, van, pick-up truck, motorcycle or one of these big rig semi-trucks, we all need to do our part to keep the roads safe for everyone.

If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury in an accident involving a big rig or semi truck, you and your family may be entitled to compensation for your losses.  Don’t delay, call our experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Lawyers.  With over 15 years of experience in Trucking Injury Accident cases, we may be able to help you through this difficult time.

Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to set up a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.  You can get started today by downloading our free book, “10 Essential Steps to Protecting Your Injury Claim”.  We want you to know your rights.