Injured in an Override or Underride Trucking Accident?

Our Lufkin Truck Accident Attorneys Can Help

Some of the worst truck accidents on the road occur when a truck drives over a smaller vehicle, motorcycle or pedestrian (override accident), or when a smaller vehicle slides under a truck (underride accidents). The injuries that victims sustain in such accidents are severe if not fatal. Trucking companies know the measures they should take to reduce the likelihood of such devastating accidents, and often these accidents take place because the trucking company did not thoroughly guard against them. If you or a loved one has been involved in an override or underride accident, a Lufkin truck accident attorney can come to your aid. At Mike Love & Associates, we know the laws regulating commercial trucking companies, and we will do whatever it takes to uncover the cause of your accident and to deliver justice for you.

Override and Underride Accident Prevention

Override and underride accidents are a prevalent problem and cause a significant number of accidents. Some of the things truck drivers and companies can do to prevent them include:

• Use flashers, cones and warning signs when they park on the side of the road
• Check their trucks’ brake systems and tires routinely
• Maintain liberal distance from other vehicles on the road
• Use tail lights and reflective tape around their trucks
• Avoid driving recklessly or too fast
• Avoid making unsafe lane changes

It has been a long-standing rule that trucking companies also equip their trucks with rear guards to protect override and underride accidents. It costs relatively little for trucking companies to make these minor inspections and design changes. However, when they choose not to, it costs families and accident victims far more – possibly even their lives.

Truck Accident Injuries

Injuries that result from these types of accidents are often fatal, so you may be seeking restitution for the wrongful death of a loved one. Because the car slides under a truck in these cases, brain, spinal cord and other crush injuries are also a frequent result. Our Lufkin truck accident lawyers have extensive experience in each of these types of claims.

Let Our Law Firm Work for You

When long-term injuries and even wrongful death are involved in these accidents, our attorneys put the full force of their vast experience to work uncovering the cause and holding responsible parties accountable. We care about fellow members of our Lufkin community who have endured tragic injuries due to negligence. If you have questions or need trustworthy, competent legal assistance, contact us today for a personal consultation.