Florida’s highways have plenty of trucks carrying cargo back and forth, and if those cargo loads are not loaded properly, then they pose a serious risk to the other drivers on the road. Mistakes with cargo loading can cause accidents that threaten the lives and health of people on the road.
The risk of cargo
Accidents that arise from cargo that falls off a truck occur because of the sudden appearance of obstacles for passenger car drivers. There are several ways that this can happen. For example, if the cargo was not attached and tied down with the right fasteners, then the load can bounce or fall off. If the cargo load was too heavy or was not balanced properly when it was loaded, then it is vulnerable to falling off in that situation as well. These mistakes should not be made because drivers are trained in how to properly secure each type of cargo that they transport.
Truck accidents are more threatening than other types of vehicle accidents. Whether it is the cargo or the truck itself, the sheer size and mass means that there is a lot of force generated in these accidents, and the more force there is, the greater the risk to the other drivers and passengers around. That’s a highly dangerous situation, but with the right packing, it is avoidable.
It’s dangerous when cargo is packed improperly, and it can often lead to a serious accident. There are many ways to make an error when loading cargo, especially for larger loads, so trucking companies and their employees are responsible for ensuring the safety of everyone on the road.
Don’t let trucking company negligence go unchecked. Reach out to Burnett Law, P.A. for a free consultation now for expert legal advice if you’ve been involved in an accident caused by unsecured truck cargo.