Wheel-Off Incidents and Their Dangers on the Roadways
If you have been involved in a trucking accident, you know how serious they can be due to their large size alone. But what happens in a wheel-off accident that makes them that much more serious? Wheel-off accidents are ones that occur when wheels or tires fly off of the truck during travel, putting drivers at risk. These accidents happen for many reasons, including the following:
- Poor maintenance due to the trucking company not taking care of their vehicles
- Failure to inspect the condition of the rig every day and missing important issues
- Poorly designed parts by the manufacturing company
By gaining a better understanding of how and why these accidents happen, you may realize that there are many possible defendants in these cases. But can you bring a claim against a truck driver, the trucking company, or the manufacturer? The simple answer is “yes,” with the help of an attorney.
In these very serious accidents, a truck wheel can fly off the vehicle, causing the truck to crash into other vehicles. In many more cases, a flying tire may roam onto the highway and strike other vehicles. If you were lucky enough to survive one of these accidents, you may have sustained serious injuries, which is where we come in to handle all of your trucking accident needs.
If you believe that an employee was improperly trained on how to maintain wheels and tires, a driver did not properly check their vehicle before heading out, or a manufacturer made a defective product, give us a call today. We can fight for your rights in the event of a serious accident and help you gain the compensation you deserve.
