Truck accidents can happen for many reasons. Truck accidents can be caused by poor driving habits, bad weather, or missed maintenance.
Truck accidents can also be caused by the truck’s load, especially how it was loaded. Accidents are more likely to occur when trucks are overweight, have loads that are too high, or have unbalanced loads.
Overloaded trucks can lead to an accident. An overloaded truck can cause accidents even for the most skilled driver:
Tipping – The center of gravity for the trailer and truck is shifted upward by a heavy load. The trailer’s chance of tipping over increases if it has a higher center of gravity.
The following conditions could cause your trailer to tip:
- Turning
- Banked roads are not recommended.
- Collaborating with someone
- Feeling like you’re being blown away
It is difficult to stop – Heavy loads tend to have greater momentum than lighter loads. To stop an overloaded trailer, the driver will need to use more brake power. Overloaded trailer drivers must brake faster and harder in order to avoid collisions.
Mechanical Failure – Overloaded trucks are more likely to have mechanical problems. Overloaded trailers can cause damage to many truck systems and lead to an accident.
There are some areas that can be subject to mechanical failures:
- Tie downs
- Tires
- Brakes
- Suspension
- Steering
Summarized from an article by M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers.
