(864) 582-0416 Poor weather conditions make driving more difficult for any driver, but when that driver is behind the wheel of a massive semi-truck, the consequences can be disastrous. Bad weather truck accidents in Spartanburg can lead to severe injuries and fatalities.
If you suspect that poor weather conditions played a role in the trucking accident that harmed you or your loved one, you might not know if you have a right to pursue justice in a lawsuit. An experienced attorney from Holland & Usry can meet with you for a free case review and determine whether you have a valid legal claim.
Driving a large commercial truck becomes considerably more dangerous in poor weather conditions. Truck drivers should be aware that their vehicles could become harder to handle in bad weather. Responsible drivers adjust their driving behaviors, such as by slowing down or even stopping to let a particularly bad storm pass.
When truckers fail to accommodate and make changes for adverse weather conditions, serious problems can occur for many reasons.
Heavy rain, fog, and sleet can make it difficult for drivers to see. Bad weather can reduce a truck driver’s area of visibility, making it harder for them to see changes in traffic patterns. For instance, in blinding rain, a truck driver would not be able to see a car merging onto the highway in front of them.
Rain and ice can make it harder for any vehicle’s tires to grip the wet roads. Because trucks are already inherently less able to gain traction on wet roads, they are more at risk of careening out of control and hydroplaning on slick roads.
Large trucks always take longer to stop. When a road is wet and slippery, the stopping distance can increase considerably.
High winds pose a danger to empty or even lightly filled trucks. Winds can make the truck harder to control and even present a risk of tipping or rolling over.
Our law firm understands the traumatic effect that a trucking accident in bad weather can have on a Spartanburg crash survivor and their family. We will work closely with you to obtain a successful resolution of your legal claim.
After an accident due to rain or fog, you might assume that you have no legal options because insurance companies consider bad weather an act of God. However, a proactive lawyer from Holland & Usry can review the facts of the case and identify if anyone’s actions contributed to the crash.
If the truck driver failed to change their driving behaviors to adapt to the bad weather, they could be responsible. We can review the facts to see if the driver was tailgating, speeding, making unsafe lane changes, or doing anything else that is not advisable in adverse weather conditions.
The trucking company that employed the driver could be responsible if their policies or unfair timetables for deliveries set undue pressure on the driver, which caused them to drive recklessly.
Bald tires, worn-out brakes, broken windshield wipers, and broken lights can make a truck more hazardous. If the mechanic in charge of upkeep and repairs failed to perform necessary maintenance, they could be responsible for any accidents.
The governmental agency in charge of a roadway could be responsible for poorly maintained road conditions, such as uncleared ice.
An attorney can thoroughly investigate to determine who is to blame for a bad weather tractor-trailer collision in Spartanburg.
Bad weather truck accidents in Spartanburg can cause severe injuries that change how you live your life. Our law office can help you determine if you have a valid cause to pursue a lawsuit.
Contact an attorney from Holland & Usry to schedule a free case review and discuss your legal options.
