The Dangers of Drowsy Driving in Truck Accident Cases
Just about everyone has driven while tired. But most of us know when we’re too tired to be behind the wheel. A lot of times, the same can’t be said for truck drivers. They’ll push themselves beyond their limits in far too many instances, causing accidents resulting in severe injuries. The medical treatment to treat those injuries can be incredibly expensive, and recovery can take months or longer. You should immediately speak with a Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh truck accident lawyer if you’ve suffered an injury due to truck driver fatigue. Our law firm will fight aggressively to deliver positive results. If we’re not successful, you won’t pay a dime. Call (561) 295-5825 or contact us online for a free consultation to learn more about how we may be able to help. Drowsy Driving Statistics Truckers will often push through exhaustion to make unreasonable deadlines or make as much money as possible. It’s not unheard of for them to stay behind the wheel for as long as 15 or even 20 hours, even though that’s a clear violation of federal rules. Research indicates that driving that long without getting enough rest is like driving with a blood alcohol level of...