Chicago Accidents
Caused By Improper
Truck Maintenance

Improper Truck Maintainence Causing Accidents in Chicago

A large truck can behave like a highway missile when the driver loses control, and the devastation can make the scene of the accident look like the scene of a war zone. Many truck accidents, unfortunately, result from completely avoidable causes such as improper maintenance. If you were injured in such a crash, it’s time to fight back and contact a truck accident attorney at Malman Law.

Employees, Independent Contractors, and Liability

Since most truck drivers are independent contractors rather than employees of the trucking companies they work for, it is generally impossible to win a claim against a trucking company for the negligence of the driver. An accident caused by improper truck maintenance is different, however, because it may be possible to win a claim directly against the trucking company.

Trucking companies are required by federal regulations to maintain their vehicles. Failure to do so can trigger liability for an accident, regardless of whether the driver was an employee or an independent contractor. Maintenance is the responsibility of the trucking company if it owned or leased the truck involved in the accident. The truck driver might also be jointly liable.

Going to Court Is the Last Resort

Achieving an out-of-court settlement is almost always better than slugging it out in court. And settlement will be our aim from the beginning. In fact, over 90 percent of our clients end up bringing home a negotiated settlement. Once in awhile, though, the opposing party is stubborn and we have to go to court. Fortunately, our track record proves we know how to win there.

Some of Our Related Practice Areas

The following are a few examples of truck accident claims we frequently handle:

• Truck Accidents Due to Distracted Driving
• Truck Accidents Due to Driver Fatigue
• Truck Accidents Due to Driver Error
• Truck Accidents Due to Faulty Truck Design
• Back and Neck Injuries From Truck Accidents
• Broken Bones From Truck Accidents
• Head Injuries From Truck Accidents
• Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis From Truck Accidents