Saint Louis & Missouri Semi Truck Accidents

Semi trucks, which are also known as semi-tractor trailers, tractor trailers, 18 wheelers, or big rigs, are responsible for many injuries and deaths in Saint Louis.  The size of these vehicles makes them deadly weapons in the hands of a negligent driver.  There were 4363 large truck crashes in Missouri in 2007, with 146 fatalities.  There were also 1557 serious injuries arising from these accidents.

Types of semi truck accidents in Saint Louis

Most of the trucks and trailers manufactured in the United States are built according to Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications since the DOT governs traveling over interstate highways. DOT limits for trucks are 102 inches wide, 13.5 feet high, and and 80,000 lbs. gross weight.  The size and weight of a semi truck are difficult to balance and require a skilled and trained driver to avoid accidents, as well as proper loading.  As the weight of a truck and its cargo increase, so does the chance for a deadly rollover.  Jack-knifed tractor trailers, truck underride accidents, and wheel blowouts are other semi truck accidents that can happen .

A Saint Louis semi truck accident can have many causes

There are many causes for semi truck accidents.  Unfortunately, driver error is one of the major reasons trucks and cars collide.  Joseph L. Walsh, an experienced semi truck accident attorney in Saint Louis with proven results, is positioned to investigate whether there was driver or trucking company negligence including:

  • Drug or alcohol use by truck driver
  • Reckless or careless driving
  • Driver fatigue
  • Driver inattention
  • Failure to properly to accommodate blind spots
  • Brake failure
  • Failure to secure cargo properly
  • Failure to maintain the vehicle

 

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Contact Joseph L. Walsh, semi truck accident lawyer in Saint Louis area, to discuss your semi truck accident in Saint Louis.  Our initial consultation is free.  You deserve justice and monetary compensation and we are ready to fight for you.


Dedicated, compassionate and aggressive - this is the representation you can expect from attorney Joseph L. Walsh.

 
 
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