Craig Rosenbaum | August 21, 2015 | Truck Accidents
Every year in New York, accidents on the roads claim the lives of countless individuals, turning lives upside-down and tearing families apart. Many of these incidents occur as the result of the carelessness or recklessness of truck drivers, hurrying to finish a job or overly tired from too much driving. Unfortunately, it is often other, innocent road users who pay the price.
Truck drivers are expected to know how to handle their vehicles. They even carry a different form of license and are held to a different set of safety standards. These measures are designed to protect other road users and remind truck drivers of their responsibilities. Unfortunately, some pay little heed to these regulations and forget how much damage their vehicle could cause in the event of an accident.
As this articles on truck crashes highlights, the legal limit for commercial vehicle drivers is lower than that for other drivers. A blood alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent or higher is enough for a commercial driver to be charged with driving under the influence. Nevertheless, there are still all too many drivers who disregard these rules and choose to drive while drunk, endangering themselves and everyone else sharing the roads with them.
If you have been injured as a consequence of a truck driver’s negligence or irresponsible actions, you might want to consider pursuing compensation. Although this may seem like a lot to think about so soon after an accident, it could be a beneficial course of action to take, particularly if you are awarded enough to help you manage your medical expenses. An attorney may be able to assist you with your case and help you to secure the justice and remuneration you deserve.
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If you’ve been injured in an accident in Manhattan, NY, and need legal help, contact our New York City personal injury lawyers at Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, P.C. to schedule a free consultation.
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