Colliding with a big rig can cause serious injuries. In this difficult situation, a truck accident attorney will ensure you’re fairly compensated for your losses. To prepare you for an informed conversation with a lawyer, here’s an overview of who could be held financially responsible for the incident.

Who to Sue After a Truck Accident

1. Driver

Like other motorists, truck drivers are responsible for accidents they cause if they’re speeding, changing lanes recklessly, or violating traffic rules.

Truckers often spend several hours driving, so many accidents are caused by fatigue. Tiredness may impact decision-making and lead drivers to fall asleep at the wheel, causing them to lose control. 

2. Trucking Company

Accidents can happen when trucking companies cut corners, such as by skipping inspections and routine maintenance. Employers may also push drivers to work longer than federal regulations allow, increasing the chances of fatigue-related incidents.

To establish the trucking company’s responsibility, your truck accident attorney may file a subpoena to access truck logs, tracking information, and other data that can prove that the driver’s employer shares liability for your losses.

3. Vehicle Manufacturer

Since commercial trucks are the largest vehicles on the road, even a minor equipment failure can have serious consequences for other motorists.

Manufacturers are required to ensure that their vehicles are safe to drive. If your accident was caused by a truck or car defect, such as tires that wore out prematurely, your truck accident attorney might take action against the manufacturer as well.

From their offices in Lorain, OH, the legal team at Miraldi & Barrett, Co., has served accident victims throughout the state since 1949. Their consistently exceptional service has earned them recognition as one of the top trial lawyers in the country. They charge no fees unless they recover damages for your injuries. Visit their website to learn more about their work with truck collisions, or call (440) 233-1100 to schedule a consultation.