Driver fatigue can be deadly, especially when large trucks are involved. Truck accidents caused by driver fatigue can result in a car crash, injury and property damage, lawsuits, or death. If you have been injured in a car accident contact Boston personal injury attorney, Tom Kiley.

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$ 3.5 million Settlement for
auto injury

Our eighteen-year-old client was driving on an interstate into the early morning sun. As he drove over a rise in the road, he struck a car that was disabled and stopped in the middle of the road because a 150-pound wheel and tire detached from a tractor-trailer rig traveling in the opposite direction. The lugs holding the tire had broken off, causing the tire and wheel to travel across the median strip, and hit and disable the stopped vehicle.
Awarded: $ 3.5 million

$1,000,000 Jury Verdict for
86 year-old woman

Our client an 86 year-old woman sustained an injury after being struck by a bus. The inattentive bus driver was warned by a passenger that the woman was crossing in front of the bus but could not stop in time to avoid impact.
Awarded: $1,000,000

$785,000 Settlement for
crushed ankle

Our client was operating his motorcycle on a two-lane road when a large box truck made a U-turn into his path of travel. The client attempted to avoid the collision by laying his motorcycle on its side. Unfortunately his lower leg and ankle came in contact with the truck causing seven fractures and soft tissue injury.
Awarded: $785,000

DISCLAIMER: Please note that every case is different and these verdicts and settlements, while accurate, do not represent what we may obtain for you in your case.

Truck Accidents and Driver Fatigue (Part A)

Drowsy driving can be extremely dangerous, and some groups estimate that it can be just as deadly as driving drunk. Operators of large trucks and big rigs are especially vulnerable to driver fatigue, since they drive long hours both day and night. In fact, according to SmartMotorist.com, the National Transportation Safety Board has estimated that over 20% of all truck accidents are related to driver fatigue.

Statistics on Truck Accidents and Driver Fatigue

Driver fatigue may be more prevalent than you can imagine. National Transportation Safety Board statistics show that fatigue is a significant contributor to truck accidents, and more than 50% of truck drivers have admitted to falling asleep at the wheel while driving. This behavior can lead to fatal car accidents, and the truck driver usually is not the one who sustains personal injuries.

According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, more than 5,000 Americans are killed each year in car accidents involving large trucks -- and countless more suffer injuries. Of the 5,000 fatalities involving large trucks, nearly 85% of the victims were outside the truck in another vehicle. As you can see, driver fatigue can be highly dangerous, especially when the drowsy driver is behind the wheel of a large truck.

If you've been injured in a car or truck accident related to driving fatigue, contact a personal injury attorney. The truck driver and the trucking company may both be held liable for your injuries.

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 car accidents related to driver 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.

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