New Jersey Motor Vehicle Accident Attorneys
Driving on the road with tractor-trailers and other large vehicles can be nerve wracking. Due to their substantial weight and large size, trucks can cause serious injuries and fatalities when they are involved in accidents with smaller vehicles. There are a few things to keep in mind when driving near big trucks. Staying aware and knowing how to share the road can help you safely arrive at your destination.
Keep a safe distance. Avoid tailgating or cutting in front of large vehicles. Tractor-trailers, box trucks, buses and other large vehicles require significantly longer stopping times and distances than smaller vehicles.
Avoid driving in a truck’s blind spot. A blind spot is an area that is not visible by a driver when he or she looks in side or rearview mirrors. Most trucks have large blind spots on the sides and directly in front of and behind them. Spend minimal time in these areas when you are driving near or passing a truck.
When you are following a truck and can’t see its side mirrors, the driver most likely can’t see you. In addition, if a truck is behind you and you can’t see its mirrors reflected in your own, the driver is probably unable to see you. If a truck is trying to pass you, slow down slightly to make it easier for the truck to go around you.
Do not pass trucks that are turning. “This vehicle makes wide turns” is on the back of most large vehicles because they do make much wider turns than smaller vehicles. When making a wide right turn, a truck driver may not be able to see cars directly behind or beside them. Attempting to pass on the left or cutting to the right of a turning truck can cause an accident.
Obey road signs and traffic laws. You should always practice safe driving habits when you’re behind the wheel. Pay attention to posted speed limits, slow down in inclement weather, keep a safe distance and pass on the left. Avoid aggressive or distracted driving and running red lights. Driving carefully, consistently, and predictably makes it much easier to stay safe on the road.
If You Have Been Injured in An Accident with A Large Truck, Our New Jersey Motor Vehicle Accident Attorneys Can Help
If you have been involved in an accident with semi-truck or other large vehicle, our skilled New Jersey motor vehicle accident attorneys can help get you the compensation you deserve. For more information or to schedule a free consultation, contact Gold, Albanese & Barletti, LLC.
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Whether you’ve been injured at work, in an automobile accident, or due to medical malpractice – you deserve justice and fair compensation for your injuries. Since 1997, the personal injury attorneys of Gold, Albanese & Barletti have established a legacy of justice for our clients. We will work tirelessly on your behalf to get maximum compensation for your injuries. There are no upfront legal fees and we don’t get paid unless you win your case.
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