West Palm Beach Cement Truck Accident Attorney
Cement trucks are some of the most dangerous vehicles on the road. Due to their weight and cargo, these trucks pose a real danger to motorists near construction zones or even on the highway. It is not unusual for cement trucks to crash or rollover and cause major damage to other vehicles. Contact our law firm if you were in a wreck. A West Palm Beach cement truck accident attorney with Pike & Lustig is standing by to meet and review details of the accident.
Why Cement Truck Accidents Are So Dangerous
It is not surprising that these vehicles cause catastrophic accidents which leave many victims with life-altering injuries. Here are 5 reasons cement trucks are so dangerous:
- Size and weight. When fully loaded, a cement truck can weigh over 60,000 pounds. That is 20 times heavier than the typical four door sedan and 10 times heavier than even large SUVs. Heavy vehicles like this can cause permanent injuries and scarring when they land on a lighter vehicle.
- High center of gravity. Cement mixes in a drum atop the truck. This drum shifts the center of gravity much higher than it is for other commercial vehicles. An inexperienced driver might not know how to handle the truck due to the shift in the center of gravity.
- Tight deadlines. Drivers race to their destinations before the concrete sets, and they risk a collision along the way. A cement truck driver might throw a vehicle into reverse without checking any blind spots.
- Spill hazards. Any accident which ruptures the drum can lead to concrete splashing all over the place. As it hardens, it can block traffic and destroy vehicles. Bystanders can also suffer chemical burns when the mixture splashes on their skin.
- Heavy traffic. Cement trucks are usually delivering to a construction zone, where there are dozens of other vehicles, including dump trucks and flatbed trucks. A driver’s vision might be obstructed due to all the equipment at the construction zone. Congested traffic also increases the odds of a chain reaction accident.
Anyone injured in a crash should immediately seek out medical treatment. Call an ambulance if you need one. Anyone who is not seriously hurt can try to collect evidence, such as the name of the truck driver and information about the cement company. This information is crucial to making an accident claim.
Pike & Lustig can seek financial compensation for victims, especially damages for lost wages, car damage, medical treatment, and pain and suffering. Someone with permanent disabilities could need medical care and other assistance for decades.
Call or Send Your Information Online to Our West Palm Beach Cement Truck Accident Attorneys
Our firm is eager to hear from anyone hurt in a crash involving a cement truck, whether at a construction zone or out on the highway. We can seek additional information from the company to use in the case. Reach out to Pike & Lustig to connect with a West Palm Beach cement truck accident attorney in a free and private consultation.
