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Brake Failure Truck Accident Lawyer

Michael Agruss

Written and Reviewed by Michael Agruss

  • Managing Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer at 844SeeMike.
  • Over 20 years of experience in Personal Injury.
  • Graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor, 2004.

A study done by the Department of Transportation (DOT) shows that 29% of U.S. truck accidents can be attributed to brake failure or other brake-related issues contributing to major collisions every year. When an 80,000-pound truck cannot stop, damages can be extensive, and injuries can be catastrophic or fatal. 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.

In a case where brake failure is suspected, it may be difficult to determine who might be at fault. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help to determine who the potential liable party could be, including:

  • The driver-Truck drivers are tasked with ensuring their trucks are properly maintained. Federal law requires drivers to maintain inspection and maintenance records and to provide a daily pre-trip inspection of the entire truck, including the braking system. Drivers may also depower the braking system in an attempt to save on maintenance costs which puts strain on the rest of the truck, causing accidents.
  • The trucking company-Truck companies are required to keep trucks running under their direction in safe condition. They are also required to keep all maintenance records and to replace truck parts that may have been recalled. Deliberately ignoring recalls or failing to properly inspect trucks can put other drivers at risk.
  • The company who loaded the truck-Overloading or misloading a truck can cause the braking system to overheat and malfunction, causing brake failure and accidents.
  • The truck manufacturer-The truck manufacturer may be liable if they install faulty equipment on their vehicles or modify the braking systems before the sale of the truck.
  • The parts manufacturer-Braking systems are highly regulated by the federal government but sometimes mistakes can happen in the manufacturing process or the brakes are just defective by design.

If you or a loved one was involved in a trucking accident and suspect that brake failure may be the cause, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to help determine which party or parties may be liable for your damages and medical bills. 844 See Mike will focus on getting you the compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery.

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.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident due to another driver’s negligence, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people and not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, and your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.

Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.

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