Truck Accident Liability

Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Milford, and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania Semi-Truck & Trucking Accident Attorney: Accident Liability

Many truck accident cases involve negligent or careless acts perpetrated by the truck driver. Often, these acts result directly from the use of illegal drugs, prescription medication, or alcohol. More recently, however, distractions such as cell phones and the operation of compact disc players have led to an increasing number of accidents. Many accidents are caused by drivers who work long shifts beyond legal limits and suffer from lack of sleep. Others are caused by speeding, tailgating, the failure to reduce speed appropriately around turns and on downhill slopes, and other reckless driving. If any of these factors contribute to a trucking accident, the truck driver can be held liable for damages.

Our truck accident lawyers in northeastern Pennsylvania are also often able to file claims against trucking companies, contractors, employers, and insurance companies. At the Foley Law Firm, a Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton, Milford, and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania-area semi-truck and trucking accident attorney will identify as many potential defendants as possible to help ensure that you are justly compensated. To schedule a free consultation, contact our personal injury lawyers today.