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Personal Injury Attorneys in Arizona

Phoenix Runaway Trailer Accident Lawyers

Runaway tractor-trailers cause horrific damage and loss of life. Each year, people are killed on Arizona’s highways due to runaway trucks, and dozens more are injured.

Small Trucks More Dangerous?

Curiously, according to investigations conducted by the Los Angeles Times, the NHTSA, and others, big rig 18 wheelers tend to be among the most safe trucks on the road. The professional truckers who drive these trucks for the most part adhere to safety regulations. On the other hand, private or semi-private truck operators who drive smaller vehicles tend to be among the most dangerous operators.

Causes

Often, runaway trailer accidents result from inexperienced, inebriated, or poorly trained drivers operating in inappropriate conditions. For instance, a driver may fail to attach the ball and hitch connector correctly, or he may use the wrong parts or tools to do so. Although the trailer holds initially, when the truck hits a bump or swerves, the fastening device can unhitch, and disaster can result.

Proving Liability

Given the spectacular nature of runaway truck accidents, you might think that it wouldn’t be too hard to assign fault in these cases. But it can be! Assessing liability correctly is an art and a science. Multiple parties may be partially liable, for instance.

To find out more about how to move forward with your legal action against these potentially liable parties, connect with the State Bar of Arizona certified specialist attorney and the Phoenix truck accident lawyers here at the Breyer Law Offices in Arizona. We can help you unpack your best strategies, and we provide representation on a contingency basis (no fees upfront). Dial (602) 978-6400 now to get started.