Arkansas Truck Accidents: Risks of Parking on the Roadside

Arkansas Truck Accidents & Accident Injury or Death:

Usually, the driver of the passenger car is not at-fault in Arkansas truck accidents.

You can hold the truck driver and the trucking company responsible for the accident especially if a big rig is parked on the roadside when the accident occurs.

To avoid such fatal accidents, the trucking companies must comply with the traffic rules, plan the trip, and provide regular maintenance and inspection to their vehicles.

Underride accidents have proven to cause severe injuries or death of the passengers.

The trucking companies should not park the trucks along the roadside unless there is an emergency.

Even in emergencies, the drivers should take safety precautions to reduce the risk of an accident.

Preventing Underride Accidents:

The truck drivers that park the truck on the side of the road should use markers, warning devices, and hazard flashers.

If a truck must stop due to any emergency like a breakdown, they should contact dispatchers to minimize the risk.

Truck drivers can take the following measures to minimize the risk of an underride accident:

• Using warning devices such as reflective triangles or flares
• Parking away from the road
• Notifying employer about any emergency to arrange assistance
• Immediately turn on flashing hazard lights
• Keep marker lights on
• Set parking brakes at a stop
• Avoid parking on a slope or curve

Accident Reconstruction Experts:

Trucks parked at the roadside often violate safety standards.

This means in case of an override accident, the truck driver and their company have to take some liability.

If you or your loved ones suffered injuries in an underride accident, you need to work with an experienced truck accident attorney who will provide you with the right legal advice according to the circumstances of your case.

Your attorney will identify the reasons why the truck was stopped on the side and what actions were taken by the truck driver.

Your attorney will work with an accident reconstruction expert to determine the cause of the accident and hold the responsible parties liable.

The accident reconstruction expert will thoroughly investigate the case by reviewing medical reports, cell phone records, and analyze whether the passenger vehicle driver was distracted or under influence.

Holding Trucking Companies Responsible:

Trucks parked in a clear zone are a greater threat than cars that are parked in the clear zone.

If a car collides with another car, the damages and injuries are not as fatal as when a car collides with a truck.

Trucks have massive weight, they are higher off the ground than the bumper of a passenger car.

In such accidents, passengers suffer devastating injuries.

If you were injured in a truck accident, you can recover the following compensation:

• Emotional distress
• Past and future medical expenses
• Property damage expense
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Funeral and burial expenses

Speak to an Experienced Attorney:

Our experienced truck accident attorneys have the resources and expertise to get the compensation that you deserve.

Arkansas truck accidents can lead to serious injuries.

While no amount of money can make up for your loss, financial compensation can help you in dealing with medical expenses, lost wages, and the emotional trauma you suffered due to the accident.

Our attorneys will guide you at every step.

We aim to strengthen your case and attain a successful outcome.

With the help of accident reconstruction experts, we will determine the cause of the accident and ensure that you receive compensation for your damages.

Consult with our attorneys about your case today to know about your legal options.

We are here to protect your legal rights while you focus on a healthy recovery.

Schedule your consultation now.