St. Louis Tired Driver Accident

Concerning a Tired Driver Accident

Vehicular accidents which involve semi/tractor-trailer/ big-rig trucks can be deadly.  At one time truck drivers had the reputation of being the safest drivers on the road.  As many truck operators are being pushed by their own financial needs and by their companies to work longer hours than federal regulations allow a large number of truck accidents are due to driver fatigue.  If you or a loved one has been injured in a tired driver truck accident, you need the assistance of a St. Louis truck accident lawyer who can gather the facts for your case.  The legal team at the firm has the expertise needed to prepare a compelling claim for the damages you have suffered.

Tired Driver Accident Lawyer in St. Louis

With changes in the economy, more and more people are turning to truck driving as a second or third job to help to make ends meet.  Federal rules limit the number of hours a truck driver may actually be behind the wheel in a shift to 11 hours, and the total hours of compensated work to 60 hours during a seven day period and a maximum of 70 hours in an eight day period.  A truck driver is also responsible for inspecting the condition of a truck before taking it on the road, seeing that the truck is properly loaded and unloaded.  In other words the truck operator may have hours of work to do for which he may not be paid, in addition to the 11 hours he is allowed to drive.  Most trucking companies pay drivers by the mile not by the hour.  With years of experience in tired driver truck accidents a personal injury attorney at the firm is skilled in analyzing the information in driver log books to determine if your injury could have been caused by driver fatigue.

Studies show that fatigue due to illness or lack of sleep impairs a driver's alertness and reaction time.  This can be as dangerous as drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs.  In fact one study showed 20% of truck operators said they had fallen asleep while driving during a given month. If you think your injuries may have been caused by a tired truck driver, call Cagle Law Firm today for a free consultation.  A knowledgeable personal injury lawyer at the firm is ready to help you file your claim for compensation.

Contact a St. Louis Tired Driver Accident Attorney at the firm for assistance in preparing your claim for damages in a tired driver accident.