Driving recklessly is dangerous in any vehicle, but for truckers in South Carolina who are in control of commercial motor vehicles weighing as much as 80,000 pounds, it can have dire consequences.
If you or someone you love was harmed by a reckless driver or a driver error that caused a truck accident, you need an attorney who understands South Carolina law and who can help you navigate the legal system.
Marc Brown Law Firm can provide the help and support you need. Our compassionate and experienced South Carolina truck accident lawyers have been fighting for crash victims for years, and we know the law inside and out. We’ll use our knowledge to help you make a compelling case so you can maximize the chances of getting the compensation you deserve.
To find out more about how our firm can fight for you, give our South Carolina accident lawyers a call today to schedule your free consultation.
What is reckless driving and driver error?
Reckless driving involves operating a truck with a willful or wanton disregard for the safety of other motorists. It goes beyond just being a little careless — it involves behaving in a grossly unsafe way that shows that the driver doesn’t care about the lives of others.
Driver error, on the other hand, refers to mistakes that drivers make.
These mistakes may not be intentional, but if the driver who makes them is behaving more carelessly than the average reasonable motorist would, that driver can still be held liable for any losses that occur when their negligence causes a crash.
How do reckless driving and driver error cause truck accidents?
Both reckless driving and driver error can directly lead to truck accidents. There are a number of different ways that driver mistakes could result in collisions occurring, including:
- Speeding drivers cause rear-end crashes, override accidents, or jackknife accidents because they lose control of the vehicle or can’t brake in time to stop before hitting other cars.
- Tailgating truckers cause rear-end or override accidents because they are following too closely behind another motorist and can’t stop the truck in time to avoid hitting them or driving the truck over their vehicle.
- Aggressive driving results in many different types of truck accidents, including head-on collisions, jackknife accidents, sideswipe accidents, override crashes, and more. Aggressive driving can include things like unsafe lane changes or running red lights.
- Fatigued driving or impaired driving that causes a driver to depart their lane or to be unable to focus on the road. This can lead to many different kinds of truck crashes.
- Improper turning or braking. Making sharp turns or braking suddenly can result in rollover crashes, jackknifing, and other types of truck accidents.
These are just some of the many ways that reckless driving and driver error can lead to harm. Unfortunately, these behaviors are often violations of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and other rules designed to protect the public. If a driver fails to follow FMCSA rules or any safety regulations, that driver and potentially their employer could be held liable for losses.
Contact a South Carolina truck accident lawyer today
A South Carolina injury lawyer at Marc Brown Law Firm can help you take legal action, prove reckless driving or driver error, and maximize your chances of compensation in or out of court. To find out more about how our legal team can fight for you, give us a call or contact us online today.