The sheer size of commercial trucks and semi - trucks make them increasingly more dangerous than standard passenger vehicles.
A large commercial truck can weigh more than 80,000 pounds, which is why tractor trailer accidents pose such a danger to both the truck drivers and others on the road.
Improper equipment maintenance, equipment failure and improperly-loaded cargo can contribute to extensive damage.
The trucking company must follow an extensive list of regulations for maintenance and inspections, and Decatur truck accident attorneys can help determine whether or not their negligence catalyzed the accident.