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Liability for a Blind Spot Accident or “No Zone” Accident
When an accident occurs, you may be wondering if the truck driver is responsible for the damages?
If an accident occurred because a truck’s driver did not see another car due to a blind spot, liability will usually be on the truck’s driver or an affiliated party, such as the trucking company or a service provider for the trucking company.
Not being able to see another motorist before an accident is not a recognized defense to liability.
While other motorists do need to be aware of the no zones around a truck and should try to avoid driving in them when possible, it is not illegal to drive in a no zone. However, the California Vehicle Code (CVC) does prohibit drivers from following too closely or making unsafe lane changes.
It is possible that liability for a no-zone accident could be shared between a truck driver and the driver of another vehicle if another driver’s illegal driving maneuvers contributed to the accident.
How Blind Spot Truck Accidents Happen
Truck drivers should always be aware of their blind spots. They should rely heavily on sideview mirrors and cameras and always proceed cautiously, particularly when merging, changing lanes, or passing other vehicles.
Blind spot accidents are more likely to occur when truck drivers do any of the following:
- Speed
- Drive while drunk
- Drive while overly tired
- Tailgate or drive recklessly or aggressively
- Drive while distracted, such as by texting, eating, entering information into their onboard computer, or changing the radio station
In some circumstances, you might be able to sue the negligent driver along with the trucking company that employed them. Trucking companies should provide new drivers with training on how to properly handle their large vehicles. They should also ensure they hire skilled drivers and adequately supervise them.
Our skilled Fresno attorneys could analyze the evidence from a blind spot tractor-trailer crash to look for proof of liability.
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Although trucks have larger blind spots than other vehicles, blind-spot truck accidents in Fresno should be preventable. If you believe the truck driver who caused your accident did not check their blind spots, you might be able to sue for negligence. Contact us today to discuss your case with our experienced attorneys.