Truck vs. Car Accidents

Presented by a Nashville Semi Accident Lawyer at the Law Office of Stanley A. Davis

Assisting truck accident victims in Tennessee cities including Nashville, Murfreesboro, Lebanon, Dickson, Gallatin, Franklin, and Clarkesville

Freeways, highways and surface streets host a variety of commercial and private traffic. From cars and SUVs to box and semi trucks, vehicles of all sizes move 24/7, and sometimes the collision between these different vehicles cannot be avoided.

What many drivers do not understand is that commercial trucks are large, cumbersome machines built for transporting goods. Their maneuverability is limited. They are top-heavy, and their run-away momentum can be very dangerous.

When a car and a semi truck collide, the damage to the car is almost always more significant than the damage to the truck. These types of accidents can cause debilitating injuries to motor vehicle passengers, and in the worst cases, can cause fatalities. A truck can crush a compact car, and what’s worse is that an 18-wheeler often times cannot see the cars traveling beside it.

All large commercial vehicles have “No Zone” blind spots, which passenger drivers should respect. Given that trucks cannot stop quickly, cars should never swerve directly in front of a semi truck or ‘turn inside’ its wide right turn.

Trucks can also be the cause of collisions when a truck driver makes an unsafe maneuver or when he or she is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Even the most competent commercial drives face demanding deadlines which cause fatigue, and studies have shown that sleepy drivers are just as dangerous as substance-impaired drivers. If you have been involved in such an accident, our Nashville truck accident lawyers can guide you through the legal process.

Mr. Stanley A. Davis is a Nashville semi accident lawyer who helps clients with truck vs. car accidents. He has the litigation experience to know the subtleties of proving liability in commercial collisions, and he has the expertise to properly represent your claim for damages.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck vs. car accident where either the driver of the commercial vehicle is at fault or another passenger driver caused the commercial driver to lose control, contact Mr. Stanley A. Davis’ Nashville truck accident law firm for a free initial consultation. Mr. Stanley Davis will act as your personal injury advocate, and do all he can to help you receive fair and adequate compensation for your injuries.