What percent of backing-up accidents involve large trucks?

Driving a truck in reverse, or backing up, is a difficult maneuver due to the lack of visibility available to the driver. In fact, truck drivers are trained to always pull forward to avoid backing up whenever possible. Even though trucks are generally not traveling at high speeds when they are moving in reverse, they can still inflict serious damages to other vehicles and the people inside of them.

According the National Safety Council (NSC), 25% of large truck accidents involve a truck driver backing up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has found that there are approximately 30,000 injuries due to backing up accidents yearly in the U.S., with 3,000 of these accidents resulting in serious or debilitating injuries, and over 170 considered fatal.

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What to Know About Backing-Up Accidents

Because backing up in a large truck is so dangerous, many trucking companies train their drivers to follow a system known as G.O.A.L., an acronym for “Get Out and Look”. Truck drivers who do not ensure their surroundings are clear before moving put other drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists at risk for injury and death.

While trucks have multiple mirrors to aid in backing up, these are often not enough. A truck driver should get out of his cab, scan the area, and if possible, utilize the help of a reliable spotter to help them to back up safely, especially during times of reduced visibility, in tighter areas, and during the evening when visibility may be especially low.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a backing-up truck accident, it is important to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to review your case and to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.

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