Tailgating & Trucking Accidents
Albany Tailgating Accident Lawyers
Drivers of semis, tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers and other big rigs must exercise extreme care and caution when they are on the road. These drivers must follow all state and federal safety regulations to protect against accidents. Unfortunately, some drivers do not heed these rules and regulations, which often leads to serious or catastrophic accidents and injuries.
At Powers & Santola, LLP, our Albany tailgating accident attorneys dedicate their time and resources to pursuing full and fair compensation for individuals who have been injured in trucking accidents, especially those involving tailgating. If you live in New York and have been injured in such an accident, contact our personal injury law firm. We will listen to your story, learn about your injuries, and help you determine what options you have for seeking maximum financial recovery.
18-Wheeler Accidents and Tailgating
Any time a truck driver tailgates another vehicle, he or she is being negligent to the point of recklessness. This reckless or aggressive driving can occur when:
- Truck drivers follow too closely behind other vehicles in an effort to have those vehicles move aside so the truck can pass.
- Truck drivers tailgate other vehicles when they are driving on hilly roads, where they do not want to brake once they have gained momentum.
- Truck drivers follow other trucks to catch the vacuum behind that first truck.
All of these are instances of reckless behavior. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a trucking accident caused by a tailgating truck driver, you have every right to pursue compensation against that driver. In many instances, you also have a right to seek a financial recovery from the trucking company. This is true even if the driver is an independent contractor.
We have comprehensive knowledge of New York state and federal rules and regulations regarding truck driver and trucking company negligence. We know how to work within the legal system to hold negligent parties liable and to do the best we can by our clients.
Contact Our Syracuse Truck Accident Attorneys to Learn More
Trucking accident claims are highly dependent upon the evidence at the scene of the accident and the testimony of the parties and any witnesses. To allow us to best help you, contact our New York law firm online or call us toll free at 866-689-9692 as soon as you are able after your accident. We offer free initial consultations.
