Truck Driver Fatigue Causes Personal Injury Claims

One of the leading causes of tractor trailer accidents is related to truck driver fatigue. When people drive while tired, their reaction time slows down, similar to an individual who has had a few glasses of alcohol. Unfortunately, the size and weight of tractor trailers prevents the driver from being able to turn the wheel quick and swerve out of the way at the last minute. Despite having commercial truck driver federal laws in place for how many hours a commercial truck driver can legally drive without taking a break, truck driver fatigue has been shown to cause nearly 40% of all tractor trailer accidents.

Tractor Trailer Accident Injuries

When a fatigued truck driver causes an accident, they are often not the person who ends up getting hurt. Generally, the drivers and passengers in the other vehicles involved in tractor trailer accidents are the people who are hurt or killed. Typical injuries from tractor trailer accidents include head or spinal trauma, bone fractures, disfigurement, burns and even death.

Are You Entitled to Recover Damages from a Truck Accident?

Under New York laws, if a tractor trailer driver has injured you as a result of their recklessness or driving while too tired, you may be eligible for damages including medical expenses, lost wages, vehicle damages, and pain and suffering. Personal injury claims caused by fatigued truck drivers often result in injury compensation for the victims. Accident lawyers in White Plains can help you evaluate your case. Contact us today online or call us at (877) 288-9191.



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