Oversize Load Accidents

Oversize Load Trucking Accidents

An oversized load trucking accident, also known as a “load shift accident,” occurs when unsecured, poorly secured, or overloaded cargo shifts position during transit. This sudden shift can alter the truck’s center of gravity, often resulting in destructive rollovers or jackknife crashes with potentially tragic consequences.

Typically, cargo shifts during transportation because it was not adequately strapped down or was improperly balanced and centered. The attorneys at the Truck Wreck Justice team understand the specific requirements for securing different types of cargo, such as rolls of paper, logs, and boxes. With extensive knowledge of the trucking industry, shipping methods, and access to a network of expert resources, our oversized load trucking accident lawyers can reconstruct these tragic incidents to uncover their complex causes and ensure negligent parties are held accountable.

We Represent Truckers Injured By Load Shifts

Truck drivers are often co-victims in load shift accidents, typically unaware that the shipper improperly secured or loaded the cargo. If a shipping company provides the truck driver with a sealed, unbalanced load, they are liable for any resulting accidents caused by their negligence. Such incidents can occur from center stacking, improper weight distribution, or failure to secure the load properly.

Our firm has experience representing truck drivers injured or involved in rollovers caused by shipper negligence. The lawyers at Truck Wreck Justice are knowledgeable about industry-standard cargo securement methods, including:

• Bracing

• Blocking

• Strapping

• Chains

• Packaging

• Void-fillers

• Dunnage bags

We leverage our expertise in shipping methods and load shift scenarios to investigate what caused the accident and demonstrate shipper negligence when applicable. We recognize the severe impacts of load shift accidents—lost wages, medical expenses, personal injuries, and property damage. That’s why we pursue those responsible and fight to protect your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.

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Arhoda Vaughn and Johnnie Risper

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Arhoda and Johnnie

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