Houston Truck Accident Attorney

Driving Log Violations

Commercial truck drivers have a log that they must fill out during their driving shifts. These logs include a pre-trip inspection, where they make sure that the truck safety systems are in properly maintained and functioning. They look for flat tires, loose parts, check the fluids in the engine and any other important safety systems on the vehicle to make ensure their truck is in safe condition for the journey. If a truck driver fails to perform this inspection every day, but marks it off on the log , and a truck accident occurs as a result, they can be held responsible for the accident and may be in serious legal trouble. If you were involved in a truck accident and you suspect a driving log violation has occurred, contact a Houston truck accident attorney today. Other violations, such as falsifying the log in cases of the necessary rest time for driver safety can be verified by accessing the truck's "black box" if needed.

Driving log violations are unfair to the drivers who must share the road with commercial truck drivers. The truck drivers may assume that their truck is in good condition, but if an accident occurs as a result, it is too late. It is essential that drivers perform the necessary inspection on their trucks every day, and are honest in all entries in their logs. If injuries or death has occurred because they failed to inspect their truck, they may be held responsible to pay compensation to the victims of the accident. If you were injured, contact us today to explore your rights and your possible courses of action.

Truck Accident Lawyer Serving Houston

The law firm of Kennedy Hodges, LLP has years of experience dealing with truck accident cases. We have seen the devastation that can occur when a simple procedure is overlooked, or when a tired driver has falsified his log for the purpose of reaching the destination in time . The size and weight of commercial trucks make them extremely dangerous, and it is essential that they are carefully and conscientiously maintained for the safety of all drivers who share the roads and freeways. If you have been injured in a truck accident, we have the experience in these cases you need, including being Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law. We will fight for your rights, and could pursue the maximum compensation for your injuries, medical bills, and other damages. We can be trusted to fight for your best interests.

Contact a Houston truck accident lawyer f rom our firm today if you have been involved in a truck accident. A driving log violation on the part of the truck driver may mean that you are entitled to monetary compensation.