Nebraska Trucking Accidents

Truck accidents are among the worst accidents on the road, particularly due to the size and weight of big rig trucks.  When a commercial truck strikes another vehicle, the smaller vehicle normally suffers severe damage.  According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, in 2006, 995 large truck accidents occurred in the state of Nebraska, leaving 575 injured, and 34 dead.    

Common Causes for Truck Accidents

Accord to federal study conducted in 2007, truck accidents and car accidents are caused by many of the same factors:

• Traffic congestion
• Prescription and over-the-counter drug use
• Cell phone use
• Tailgating
• Speeding

Another factor is brake problems.  Though this can be a cause for car accidents as well, brake problems on a commercial truck can have consequences that are far more disastrous than a passenger vehicle, again due to the size and weight of the truck.  Other factors that cause truck accidents are:

• Unfamiliarity with local roads
• Driver fatigue (being overworked)
• Tire blowouts
• Improper trailer loading
• Sudden braking
• Mechanical defects

Tired truck drivers in poor visibility can fail to notice other vehicles or even drive off the road, causing dangerous situations and severe accidents.

Truck Accidents in Nebraska

The terrain of Nebraska often presents unique challenges to a truck driver.  The vast spread of open roads and cruel winters create an environment prone to accidents when proper precautions are not taken.  Truck drivers often pass through on I-80 or U.S. Highway 81, and often feel pressured to get through the state as fast as possible.  Drivers sometimes alter their log books or break speeding laws to shorten the journey. 

Omaha is located at the intersection of many major trucking routes, including I-80, I-680, I-480, I-29, Highway 75, and Highway 275.

In recognition of the dangers posed by large trucks, the federal government enforces strict regulations regarding the trucking industry.  These regulations govern driver's licensing, hours of service a driver may operate a vehicle, and drug and/or alcohol testing.  These regulations mean that successful truck accidents claims involve extensive research and intricate paperwork.

An Attorney Can Help!

If you have been injured in a trucking accident, contact the Nebraska truck injury lawyers of Dyer Law, PC today.  Our experienced attorneys can provide answers to your legal inquiries, help protect your legal rights, and strive to obtain the compensation you deserve.  We are adept at properly investigating trucking evidence, evaluating key regulations, and effectively negotiating with insurance agents and trucking companies.

Call us today at 1-888-393-7529 or contact us online for a free initial case evaluation in person or over the phone.