Braking defects and failures on large trucks can lead to catastrophic collisions and severe injuries. Without properly functioning and maintained brakes, these heavy vehicles cannot slow down or stop quickly when needed, jeopardizing all motorists who share the road. This is especially true in New York, where truck brakes subjected to the stop-and-go conditions and hilly terrain found across the state experience significant wear and tear.
In a Large Truck Crash Causation Study by the FMCSA, brake problems were the #1 associated risk factor for trucks involved in serious crashes, coded for 29% of trucks. Trucks with brake problems were 170% more likely to be assigned the critical reason for the crash compared to trucks without.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a truck driver who failed to stop in time due to braking issues, contact our dedicated accident attorneys immediately. The Porter Law Group has extensive experience holding trucking companies accountable after these devastating crashes.
Trucks have a hard time stopping quickly when their brakes are fully working. Now imagine if those brakes are defective, have air leaks, lack routine maintenance, and worn brake pads. All of these severely reduce a truck's ability to slow down and stop.
This leads to rear-end collisions, red light crashes, jackknife incidents, and rollovers when locking up defective brakes. Contributing factors include overloaded cargo exceeding safe limits and improperly adjusted brakes neglecting public safety.
The crushing forces of a multi-ton truck often cause permanent disability and severe distress. Some of the most common injuries include:
Our attorneys ensure you or your loved one receives long-term medical funding, replacement wages, handicap-friendly housing, and justice.
The path toward recovery starts at the Porter Law Group. Our truck accident attorneys advocate passionately in court, armed with accident analysis expertise. We build a solid case of negligence to secure the maximum verdict or settlement for you and your loved ones.
For dedicated representation, contact the Porter Law Group at 833-PORTER9 or e-mail us at info@porterlawteam.com. We work on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win!
