Because of their size, semis can be deadly. When one strikes another motorist or pedestrian, the results are disastrous.
According to Industry Select, Indiana has more than 8,500 manufacturing companies. High levels of production mean that trucks forever threaten the safety of Hoosiers.
Reasons why trucking accidents happen
It does not take much for a trucking accident to occur. Even a basic tire blowout can cause a seasoned truck driver to lose control. Brakes sometimes fail because of improper maintenance. Those behind the wheel end up rear-ending the vehicle that lies ahead.
Driver error also causes catastrophic injury. Driving too fast or under the influence may result in a rollover or jackknife situation. Inattentive truckers might make improper turns, sideswiping others. They also have a habit of engaging in unsafe lane changes. Blind spots are another concern. Operators not attuned to this element of driving big rigs are bound to hurt someone.
Insecure loads are a nasty culprit. Being hit by anything that falls from a rolling vehicle is bound to be calamitous.
Injuries that result from trucking accidents
Many severe consequences result from truckers who are careless or drive unsafe rigs. Victims face spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, burns, or internal organ damage. Treating these outcomes tends to be costly to treat, to say nothing of the pain and suffering they create. The ramifications of a severe wreck are often permanent and life-altering.
By their nature, semi-trucks are dangerous. Stay aware of their constant threat and the sorts of damage they have the potential to cause.
