West Palm Beach Unsecured Cargo Attorney

Cargo shifts are a leading cause of truck accidents in Florida and the nation. Pike & Lustig is a law firm dedicated to the rights of accident victims, so we can assist anyone injured in a crash caused by a cargo shift. Call our office today to begin the claims process. You might have a legal claim against the transportation company, truck driver, or a different entity for your injuries. Our West Palm Beach unsecured cargo attorney can provide more information in a free consultation.

Shifting Cargo Claims Lives

Both the states and federal government regulate the trucking industry. Current regulations require that cargo be tied down with chains, straps, or other restraints. These restraints should be in good working order and not defective.

Unfortunately, some cargo is not secured properly and will shift for various reasons:

• The loaders could lack the right experience to secure the cargo properly.
• Working to meet a tight deadline, the loaders could cut corners just to get the job done faster. They could use too few chains or straps, which leads to cargo shifts.
• Unusual cargo. Some cargo might be harder to tie down due to size or shape.
• Defective straps. The restraints could fail because they are too old or worn out. Like any other piece of equipment, straps must be inspected and regularly replaced when frayed or otherwise worn out.
• The truck could be overloaded, which makes it harder to fully tie down the cargo.

When cargo shifts, the truck’s center of gravity shifts along with it. That means a truck is more prone to jackknifing, rolling over, or swerving into oncoming traffic. Cargo is more likely to come loose in a turn, which is already a dangerous maneuver. A trucker could struggle to get the rig under control and cause a collision.

Some cargo can come spilling out of the truck, crashing into other vehicles on the road or causing them to swerve. A chain reaction accident will often result, injuring dozens of people.

If you were injured, you might not know whether loose cargo is to blame. After all, a jackknife or rollover could have other causes. Nonetheless, it is vital to reach out to an attorney to begin gathering evidence in support of your injury case. The trucking company might hide evidence which shows its trucker is to blame for failing to inspect the cargo before starting a shift.

Our West Palm Beach Unsecured Cargo Attorneys Can Seek Financial Compensation for Your Injuries

Pike & Lustig can investigate a crash to pinpoint who is at fault. Generally, we sue the transportation company or a loading company for these accidents. A trucker is also supposed to ensure the cargo is stable before pulling onto the road.

Call our office to schedule a free consultation with a West Palm Beach unsecured cargo attorney. We can review your medical records and other evidence before discussing the possible settlement value of your claim. Florida has tight deadlines to meet, so call our office at your earliest convenience.