Truck accidents can be extremely deadly. According to MSNBC.com, truck accidents kill 5,000 and injure over 100,000 Americans every year, and many of these truck accidents are related to driver fatigue. The results of these driving fatigue accidents can be horrific.
As MSNBC reports, a young mother and her 10-month-old child were killed in Kansas when their car was hit by a large truck. The truck driver suffered from sleep apnea, which can contribute to driver fatigue. As a result of driving fatigue accidents like these, some trucking companies are screening their drivers for sleep problems and helping them get treatment. It’s certainly a step in the right direction.
If you, or a member of your family, have been injured in a truck accident, contact a personal injury attorney for help. Be sure to choose a personal injury lawyer that specializes in driving fatigue accidents.
When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you’ve obtained, and do you have experience with truck and car accidents caused by driving fatigue? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case – 1-800-410-2769.
