Road Construction Causing Truck Accidents

Road construction work zones are stressful. Traffic patterns are constantly changing, roadways are congested, construction workers and vehicles are unexpectedly entering the roadway, drivers are frustrated and confused, and speed limits are changing. When large trucks are involved in this equation, the danger level increases for everyone on the road.

According to the Federal Highway Administration, 30% of all road construction accidents involve trucks. Trucks are 20-30% larger than passenger vehicles and drivers are paid to deliver their cargo as quickly as possible. When truck drivers drive unsafely or negligently through road construction, they put other people at risk for accidents and 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.

Road Construction Truck Accident Statistics

The Federal Highway Administration takes road construction truck accidents seriously. According to their “Safety Practices for Drivers of Large Trucks”, work zone accidents have been increasing, with over 18,000 injuries and 1,000 deaths caused by trucks. In addition, the FHA states road construction truck accidents share these statistics:

• Road construction accidents involving trucks are six times more likely to occur during weekdays
• 65% of these accidents happen during the day
• 60% of these accidents occur on divided highways
• 70% of these accidents occur on flat roads
• 90% of these accidents occur on straight roads

Causes of Road Construction Truck Accidents

The most common type of accidents involving trucks are rear-end, angle, and head-on collisions where driver error is the leading cause. Some examples of truck driver error include:

• Speeding-Roads are narrow, construction workers and vehicles are everywhere, and because of this, speed limits are reduced in road construction zones. A trucker speeding in a work zone can lose control, strike pedestrians or construction workers, and collide with other vehicles.

• Distracted Driving-Driving through road construction requires complete attention. Truck drivers who are on their phone, GPS system, eating/drinking, or fussing with the radio are not keeping their eyes and mind on the roadway and what is going on around them.

• Tailgating-Tailgating is dangerous no matter what the road conditions, but when a truck driver follows another driver too closely, they do not leave enough of a “buffer zone” in the event that traffic patterns or speeds change.

• Drugged or Drunk Driving-Anyone that gets behind the wheel while under the influence puts everyone else on the road at risk. Truck drivers who drive while intoxicated or under the influence of medication or drugs are especially dangerous while in the narrow confines of road construction and their negligent behavior could lead to catastrophic damages and death.

There are many other factors that could have contributed to your accident as well and determining who is liable for your damages and medical bills after a road construction truck accident can be tricky. An experienced personal injury lawyer can review the details of your case and fight to get you the compensation you deserve from any and all negligent parties.

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 truck 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.