Work With an Experienced Attorney After You’ve Been Injured in a Truck Accident in Tennessee
If you’ve been involved in an accident with a commercial truck, chances are you may have serious injuries. Proving fault is crucial if accident victims are going to receive the compensation they deserve for their injuries, wage loss, and property damage. Hiring a lawyer is usually a good first step to take in proving fault because the process can be complex.

Determining Fault in a Semi-Truck Crash
Sometimes it is easy to determine the reason for an accident. If a commercial truck driver violated federal hours of service rules and caused a crash, for example, there is little doubt as to who is at fault. If the truck driver is ticketed by police at the scene, that will provide strong proof of fault.
Commercial trucks are usually equipped with an event data recorder (EDR), or “black box,” similar to what airplanes have. The attorney for an injured driver can demand access to the EDR and additional records related to safety and maintenance to prove that the truck driver or his employer was at fault.
The Potentially Responsible Parties in a Truck Accident in Tennessee
Sometimes fault is attributed to more than one party, depending on the reason for the crash. The investigation of a truck accident will likely include a look at the following:
The truck driver
Whether the truck driver made a bad judgment call, broke the law, was driving under the influence, or was driving while drowsy, he or she may be held accountable for the crash.
The trucking company
Driving a truck is generally a deadline-oriented job, and trucking companies may place unrealistic expectations on drivers. This can lead to drivers operating unsafely.
The owner of the truck
A trucking company may not own all the trucks its drivers take out on the road, and the owner of the vehicle is responsible for ensuring it is safe for the road.
The company who loaded and/or shipped the cargo
When loads are too heavy or improperly placed onto the truck, this can cause the truck to be difficult for drivers to maneuver, leading to a crash.
Parts manufacturers
If a defective part is determined to have contributed to a crash, this can lead back to the manufacturer of the part.
Were You Injured in a Tennessee Truck Accident?
There’s no need to suffer alone due to someone else’s negligence. The experienced legal team at Weir & Kestner Injury Attorneys focus on providing the best possible representation to victims of comercial truck accidents.
Contact us online or call our office directly at 615.220.4180 to schedule your free consultation. We’ll arrange a time to meet with you at one of our offices in Smyrna, Nashville, Murfreesboro or Chattanooga—whichever location is most convenient for you.

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