Accident Lawyer » protect yourself http://accidentlawyer.org Find an accident lawyer in your area Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:13:59 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 Some Tips for Avoiding Truck Accidents http://accidentlawyer.org/some-tips-for-avoiding-truck-accidents/ http://accidentlawyer.org/some-tips-for-avoiding-truck-accidents/#comments Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:20:39 +0000 admin http://accidentlawyer.org/?p=49 There are some simple rules you can follow to reduce the risk of a collision with a large truck:
• Be aware of the “blind-spots” of large trucks, they cannot see you if you cannot see them in their side-view mirrors
• Large trucks need more room to make right-hand turns, don’t try to pass them by turning right inside the area they leave to make their larger turns
• Multiple trailer trucks have additional connection points which leaves them more unstable, be aware of the potential for jackknifing, overturning and lane encroachment
• Large trucks have a higher center of gravity which means that sharp turns and steep hills are more dangerous because of their decreased maneuverability

Being aware of how different a large truck handles compared to the vehicles that we are used to driving every day can help you to avoid a collision with a large truck.

This article is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact an attorney in your local area for more information about truck accidents.

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