When you think of rental moving and storage equipment, the first company you will usually think of is U-Haul. Founded in 1945, U-Haul has an enormous fleet of trucks, trailers, auto-transports, and heavy-duty pickup trucks in various sizes that are easily recognizable with their familiar orange and white color and educational state fact graphics.
While U-Haul vehicles are commonly seen on the roadways, unfortunately these vehicles are often not properly maintained or the common driver is unable to safely maneuver them, putting other drivers at-risk for injury and wrongful death.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another driver’s negligence, we at 844 See Mike are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses.
U-Haul Truck Accidents
Anyone with a license and is of-age can walk into a U-Haul rental center and rent one of their vehicles. Most regular drivers do not have the type of experience it takes to safely maneuver a commercial vehicle, putting others at-risk for an accident.
Driver error is one of the top reasons for truck accidents. Some of the most common type of U-Haul truck accidents include:
- Shifting cargo-Private truck rental companies like U-Haul are not required to instruct drivers on how to properly load cargo and these vehicles are not required to stop at weigh stations to ensure they are not overweight and are loaded properly. When a U-Haul truck is overloaded or loaded improperly, the cargo can shift and cause the truck to jackknife, overturn, or cause steering issues.
- Rollover-Commercial trucks have a higher center of gravity, making it prone to rollover accidents, especially at sharp turns or if a driver makes sudden movements.
- Loss of control-Regular drivers are not instructed in how to properly operate commercial vehicles. When a driver is unaware of how to compensate for any issues on the road, they can easily lose control of the vehicle they are driving.
- Blind spot accidents-Commercial trucks have larger and more extensive blind spots compared to a passenger vehicle. Without proper training, the average driver may not be aware of these blind spots, putting them at-risk for accidents, injuries, and wrongful death.
U-Haul Truck Accident Liability
The driver of a U-Haul truck is not the only liable party in a U-Haul truck accident. U-Haul may also be found liable for any damages and injuries if it can be shown that the vehicle was negligently maintained. U-Haul is known for putting vehicles on the road that have not received proper maintenance or are beyond their age of safety.
While commercial trucking companies are required to keep their vehicles routinely inspected, U-Haul is known to skirt this and put trucks on the road that are not inspected for safety concerns. This is not only dangerous; it can be deadly.
If it can be proven that a defective vehicle part was used, or a recall was disregarded, not only can U-Haul be deemed liable for an accident, but so can the parts manufacturer or maintenance company.
U-Haul Truck Accident Compensation
Being involved in a truck accident is frightening. Following a truck accident, you are not only dealing with considerable pain, you are often faced with extensive bills and you may wonder what compensation you may be entitled to.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a U-Haul truck accident, you may be entitled to the following compensation:
- Medical bills
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages
- Loss of enjoyment of normal life
- Disability and disfigurement
- Emotional distress
- Wrongful death
Just like each truck accident is unique, so is the compensation you or a loved one may be entitled to. The experienced personal injury lawyers at 844 See Mike LLC can evaluate your case and determine how much you may be entitled to.
We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at work we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First.
Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google. Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com, or schedule meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.
