Jackknife Truck Accident Attorneys

Jackknife accidents can be some of the most horrific sights a motorist will ever see. A jackknife accident classifies those accidents in which a trailer being pulled by a large truck pivots at its hitch, swiveling towards the truck cab (and crossing into nearby lanes of traffic) until it forms a "V" shape. Jackknife accidents occur when truck drivers hit their brakes suddenly, usually to prevent a rear-collision with the vehicles in front of them. Because of momentum that has stored up within the trailer's wheels, the trailer cannot stop at the same speed as the truck cab can, and the result is a jackknife accident.

The cause of jackknife accidents stems primarily from some sort of braking issue. If truck drivers are inattentive to the road, possibly distracted while talking on a cell phone or dozing off due to extreme fatigue and lack of rest, then slamming on their brakes is their only option when posed with the risk of crashing into a passenger vehicle.

If a vehicle is not inspected properly before each and every delivery run, then that vehicle is a danger to everyone on the road. Truck brakes can deteriorate due to the extreme toll that is put on them with making so many deliveries to so many far places. It is the responsibility of trucking companies and truck drivers to properly inspect their brakes to ensure the safety of not only other drivers but themselves as well. Trucks transport a variety of substances, some of which are flammable and pose a great risk to everyone in the area surrounding the truck in the event of an accident resulting in fire. For this reason especially, it is of vital importance that large truck brakes are inspected rigorously and often.

Los Angeles Jackknife accidents cause truck trailers to pass into neighboring lanes of traffic. These types of accidents pose an immediate threat to drivers within the vicinity of the jackknifing truck, as well as all motorists who are approaching the scene of the accident. Because of a trailer's length, multiple lanes of traffic become impermeable (even more so when there are multiple trailers involved), and motorist who are fast approaching often have mere seconds to react in a way that will deliver them from harm's way.

In Los Angeles especially, there are a large number of trucks pulling behind them trailers filled with materials, some of which are already dangerous on their own. In the event of a jackknife accident in Los Angeles, it is important that the proper parties are held liable for their negligence. The jackknife accident attorneys at Ellis Law Corporation have much experience in representing victims of truck accidents, and are prepared to examine every detail of your case to get you the maximum compensation you deserve for you injuries, property damage, and emotional distress. Call us today for a free consultation, and we will fight for your rights as a motorist.

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