Yorkville Fatigued Driving Truck Accidents Attorneys

Truck Accident Lawyer in Yorkville Fighting for Fatigue-Related Claims

Did you know that fatigue can cause impairments similar to those associated with being intoxicated? Going 17 hours without sleep is similar to having a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05 percent, with that figure rising to 0.10 percent after 24 hours of being awake. Fatigued driving is so dangerous for drivers of commercial trucks that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration created hours of service regulations that mandate breaks and maximum driving hours. Unfortunately, the nature of trucking means that some drivers ignore these rules.

Truck accidents often result in severe and catastrophic injuries, mangled vehicles, and life-changing consequences. Fatigued driving is a negligent behavior, and if you were injured by a truck driver who had been behaving unsafely, you may be entitled to compensation. Truck crash claims are more complex than many other types of personal injury cases. Without the knowledge and experience needed to navigate these complications effectively, your settlement will probably not cover all of your losses. When you choose Kendall County Injury Lawyers, a Division of Kanoski Bresney, our legal team will handle your claim so you can recover from your injuries. Call us now for your free consultation.

Truck Driver Fatigue in Northern Illinois Is Dangerous

Truckers spend long, monotonous hours on the road alone. Many long-haul deliveries are scheduled for early mornings, so overnight travel is common. Tight schedules may motivate drivers to work more hours than they should, increasing the potential for fatigue. Some trucking companies may even encourage drivers to ignore hours-of-service regulations or continue driving after they have reported that they are drowsy or exhausted. Impairments associated with drowsy driving include poor concentration, delayed reactions, blurred vision, motor coordination issues, and an inability to make good decisions.

Solitude, driving in darkness, and some medications can increase the levels of fatigue that affect truck drivers. Whatever the reasons, fatigued driving can lead to unsafe driving behaviors such as:

• Drifting between traffic lanes
• Running off the road
• Erratic speeds
• Failing to check blind spots
• Disregarding traffic signals and signs
• Improper merging
• Failing to yield the right of way
• Falling asleep at the wheel

These and other negligent behaviors can cause devastating accidents. If you are injured by a drowsy truck driver, you deserve compensation. However, it is crucial to investigate the crash and find evidence that establishes the fatigued driver's liability and supports your claim. When you partner with Kendall County Injury Lawyers, a Division of Kanoski Bresney, we will do this for you, ensuring that the factors that led to a truck accident will be properly addressed during your case.

Truck Accident Liability Is Complicated

In most car accidents, one or more drivers share fault for causing the crash. Commercial truck accidents, on the other hand, may have multiple potentially liable parties, which can include:

• The driver
• The truck's owner or leasing company
• The trucking company
• Truck maintenance companies
• Parts manufacturers
• Cargo loaders

In a case of fatigued driving, the truck driver and trucking company are the likely culprits, but there may be other contributing factors. For instance, a truck's cargo might shift because it was not secured correctly, and a drowsy driver may lack the mental focus and motor coordination to avoid a rollover accident. In that scenario, cargo loaders may share the fault for causing a truck crash.

Multiple-vehicle collisions and insurance company tactics designed to reduce their liability are all additional potential complications that may arise in these cases. Do you know enough about these issues to keep them from damaging your claim? The legal team at Kendall County Injury Lawyers, a Division of Kanoski Bresney does. We have helped clients recover over $400 million, and we stand ready to serve you as well.

Call Our Kendall County Driver Fatigue Truck Accident Lawyers

When you are recovering from injuries sustained in a truck accident, you should not have to worry about the intricacies of a complex personal injury claim. Even if you want to, your physical condition may not allow you to do so. Let Kendall County Injury Lawyers, a Division of Kanoski Bresney handle this burden on your behalf. We have over 40 years of experience achieving positive results for our clients, and this has earned us more than 250 five-star reviews.

Contact us 24/7 at 888-826-8682 to discuss your case with our highly effective Kendall County personal injury attorneys. Your consultation is free, and you will not owe us any fees unless we win your case. We serve Yorkville, Montgomery, Oswego, and other cities in Kendall County and Northern Illinois.