How To Prove Fault In A Truck Accident?

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How To Prove Fault In A Truck Accident?
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There are many truck accidents that are caused
by

• Fatigue Truck drivers are legally required to
  take a 10-hour rest after 14 hours of consecutive
  driving. When drivers become sleep-deprived, they
  can make mistakes or engage in risky driving
  behaviors.
• Distracted driving Though texting and driving
  receives a lot of attention, truck drivers may
  also be distracted by two-way radios and GPS
  systems.

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• Chemical enhancements. The legal BAC limit in
  Pennsylvania is 0.04 percent for any driver with
  a CDL, which is the equivalent of about one
  bottle of beer per hour. Many drivers use
  non-FDA-approved energy drinks or pills to help
  keep them alert on the road. Its possible that
  these enhancements could have a negative effect
  on drivers.
• Unsafe conditions and vehicles. Not all truck
  accidents are caused by the driver defective
  equipment, overloaded beds and blown tires also
  contribute to truck accidents.

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Can I Sue The Truck Drivers Trucking Company For
My Injuries?
Yes. Truck companies invest heavily in insurance
policies for the company and its drivers. If you
are injured due to a truck accident, you may have
the option to sue both the driver and the
company. The driver and the company may be held
responsible for the negligent behavior resulting
in your injury. Because insurance companies are
involved between driver and company, Their
professional attorneys will actively negotiate to
make sure you get the coverage you need for your
recovery.
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HOW TO PROVE FAULT IN A TRUCK ACCIDENT?
At Shenderovich, Shenderovich Fishman, their
skilled lawyers can help you pursue a personal
injury claim by proving that the truck driver and
his or her trucking company violated federal
trucking regulations. Proving the other partys
fault in a truck crash has a lot to do with
whether you have evidence that the trucker and/or
their trucking company failed to adhere to
federal truck regulations imposed by the Federal
Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
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• Their experienced truck accident lawyer in
  Pittsburgh or elsewhere in Pennsylvania can help
  you collect sufficient evidence proving that the
  other party violated the following federal
  trucking regulations to establish fault
• Licensing regulations for commercial drivers
• Background checks and screening
• Training for truck drivers
• Insurance requirements
• Hours of service regulations
• Size and weight of cargo
• Securing the cargo

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• Total vehicle weight
• Vehicle inspection and maintenance requirements
• Appropriate and safe driving maneuvers and
  behaviors by truck drivers
• That is not the full list of trucking regulations
  imposed by the FMCSA. To delve into the topic of
  truckers and trucking companies violating FMCSA
  regulations, schedule a free consultation with a
  Pittsburgh truck accident attorney from
  Shenderovich, Shenderovich Fishman. If your
  lawyer can find evidence of a violation, you will
  be able to use it in out-of-court negotiations or
  court trials to prove the other partys
  liability.

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