Unstable Cargo, Improper Loading, Overloaded Trucks
How a truck is loaded matters. Fast braking or sharp turns when combined with an unbalanced load can cause a truck to lose control, jackknife, or tip over, putting people in nearby cars and trucks in grave danger.
Overloaded Truck Accidents · 314-669-7125 · 800-501-7121
We have litigated truck accident cases for more than 60 years, so the personal injury lawyers at Gray, Ritter & Graham in St. Louis know how to investigate them. Because the injuries in truck accidents are so serious and cause such substantial losses, we explore all possible causes.
- Many trucks on the highway have been "up fitted" — the interiors of the trailers have been changed to fit the specific requirements of the trucking company and the types of cargo it expects to haul. There are no requirements to meet safety standards.
- Too much weight in a truck can cause an overloaded truck accident. The additional weight can increase the damage the truck causes to other vehicles involved.
- When the cargo is not properly tied down, a load shift can cause a rollover or jackknife accident.
- Falling debris is an all-too-common highway hazard. When cargo in an open truck is improperly secured, falling debris can smash into other vehicles, causing serious accidents.
Our attorneys thoroughly investigate every truck accident.
Serious injury and wrongful death are often the result of multiple mistakes. Our personal injury attorneys determine all the causes of a truck accident and hold accountable those responsible for serious injury or wrongful death. Contact us for a consultation if you or a loved one has been in a truck accident. We represent clients in Missouri, Illinois, Arkansas, and the surrounding region.
