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Commercial trucks are considerably larger than just about every other vehicle. Because they are so much bigger and heavier, truck drivers owe a heightened duty of care to others on the road to drive carefully and prevent accidents. As part of that duty of care, truck drivers need to consider the weather conditions when they drive because bad weather truck accidents in Baton Rouge can result in devastating injuries and fatalities.

If you or a loved one experienced harm in a trucking collision in bad weather, you might have grounds to pursue a lawsuit for compensation. A dedicated truck wreck lawyer from Tomeny | Best could help you research what legal options are available to you.

Types of Problems Truckers Encounter in Bad Weather

Operating a truck in Baton Rouge under less than ideal weather conditions can be extremely dangerous and lead to serious accidents.

Rain

Anytime it rains, trucks become harder to handle. When the pavement is wet, it can take a truck longer to come to a complete stop. Truck drivers need to be aware of that fact and adjust their driving accordingly, such as by reducing their speed and applying pressure to their brakes earlier. Any mechanical problems with the truck can also be exacerbated by the rain. For instance, if a truck has worn-out tires that do not have sufficient traction, the truck driver could lose control of their vehicle in the rain.

Thunderstorms

Thunderstorms can reduce a driver’s visibility. Sudden lightning bursts and unexpected thunder crashes can also distract drivers.

Fog

Fog and mist can cause reduced visibility. Truck drivers should slow down or consider stopping until they can see clearly.

Wind

While most people would not think of wind as a factor, strong winds can be dangerous to trucks. Because a semi-truck has such a large surface area, a strong wind could affect a truck driver’s ability to steer and control their vehicle.

An experienced local lawyer understands the devastation that poor weather trucking collisions can cause. Our team could work tirelessly to fight for a fair settlement or damages award.

Proving Liability After a Poor Weather Trucking Collision

People often falsely assume that they will have no means of legal recourse if bad weather causes their trucking collision because they see the weather as an act of nature. However, even though a truck driver or trucking company is not responsible for causing bad weather, they can be held accountable for what they do in poor weather conditions.

Truck drivers should operate cautiously in dangerous weather. They should reduce their speeds or stop. Trucking companies should train their employees to drive responsibly and cautiously in bad weather. Companies should not encourage their employees to ignore safety in the interest of delivering their freight quickly. Trucking companies should also ensure their fleets of trucks are in proper working order so that the weather will not negatively affect them.

Our seasoned Baton Rouge lawyers could investigate the driver’s actions and look into the express and implied policies of the trucking company to learn where the error occurred and who is to blame for a trucking accident that happened in poor weather conditions.

Contact a Baton Rouge Lawyer After a Poor Weather Trucking Crash

Truck drivers and trucking companies must exercise proper caution when the weather conditions are not good. Bad weather truck accidents in Baton Rouge can severely impact your life.

Contact an experienced lawyer from Tomeny | Best for a free consultation to discuss what happened to you.

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