Truck Accident Lawyers Hamilton

Being a truck driver poses challenges; however, the winter weather poses severe challenges for truck drivers. The winter weather decreases traction on the road leaving icy patches unseen. Truck accidents happen uniquely to trucks in the winter due to the significant weight and size of commercial trucks.   

If a truck driver's negligence has injured you or someone you know, you may be entitled to compensation.   

In the cool Canadian months, all drivers in Hamilton, Ontario, experience poor driving conditions with snow and ice on the roads not allowing for good traction, resulting in poor braking and accelerating performance.   

Commercial trucks face more challenges due to their weight and size, reflecting their stopping distances and ability to safely operate the vehicle in winter snow and ice. Keep in mind that a truck's importance is significantly heavier than the average car, which will lead to hard impacts resulting in devastating damage in the event of an accident.   

Like all drivers, safety procedures should be followed to ensure your and others' safety while being on the road. Truck drivers also have a responsibility to upload these procedures to ensure their safety and others. Here are some vital winter safety practices:  

Vehicle Maintenance - In the winter, the roads are wet and slippery due to snow and ice. Making traction on the road difficult, however, keeping your vehicle up to date in good working order can save you and other drivers safe. Truck drivers should ensure their tires and breaks are in good working condition before getting on the road.   

Road Safety – When driving in winter conditions, truck drivers are advised to keep a greater distance away from other drivers and reduce their speed. It is also crucial that Truck Drivers are alert and looking out for other drivers. Truck drivers should not operate a vehicle with they are fatigued as this could cause extreme hazards.   

Truck Liability   

If you were involved in a trucking accident, you may be eligible for compensation. The truck driver could be liable for the cost of your medical expenses and more. Trucking accidents can be trickier as sometimes the driver is covered under the company's insurance, meaning other parties could be liable for truck accidents.  

These parties include:  

• Cargo Company  
• The Truck Driver  
• Trucking Company  

If you or someone you love has been injured or loosed in a trucking accident in the Canadian winter weather, do not hesitate to contact our experienced team at Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers before speaking with the trucking companies' insurer and the insurance company. The team at Findlay Personal Injury Lawyer can help ensure you get the compensation you deserve. The compensation you could receive:  

• Pain and suffering  
• Lost wages from missed work  
• Medical Bills   
• Physical Therapy  
• Permanent disability   

If you lost someone you love in an accident, you may be able to pursue a claim in wrongful death. Compensation in wrongful death can help pay for:  

• Funeral services  
• Pain and suffering of the victim   
• Loss of future income  
• Loss of love and companionship  

The team at Findlay Personal Injury Lawyers has represented injury victims for years; if you have been hurt or lost someone due to a trucking accident, do not hesitate to contact our team today.  

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