There may be various parties who could be held liable for a commercial truck accident in Glendale, but we want to focus specifically on truck drivers, trucking companies, and a few other third parties.
Truck drivers have tremendous responsibilities when they pilot these vehicles that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. They must have their commercial driver's licenses and train on each vehicle they wish to operate. Unfortunately, truck drivers can make mistakes, sometimes by accident and sometimes due to their own recklessness.
Trucking companies also have significant responsibilities, and they will usually ultimately be held responsible for the actions of any driver employed by them. Additionally, trucking companies have a responsibility to regularly inspect each vehicle and take care of any regular maintenance issues that arise. They should conduct proper background checks and training of each driver that they allow to operate their vehicles. Failing to do so could result in liability for a collision.
Finally, there are various third parties who may be held liable for a truck collision in Glendale. This can include companies that load cargo onto a truck, particularly if they load the cargo incorrectly. This can also include maintenance companies responsible for ensuring the vehicles are safe for roadway use. Additionally, companies that manufacture the truck or individual parts for the truck could be responsible if there is a defective product involved.