Who is Responsible for an Unsecured Load Truck Accident in New Mexico?
At the Law Office of Samuel I. Kane, P.A., our skilled team of truck accident attorneys in Las Cruces know that when a semi-truck is carrying an unsecured load — no matter what it is comprised of — any part of the transit could end in disaster for every motorist traveling nearby.
Our Dona Ana County semi-truck accident lawyers know that all it takes is a bump, quick stop, or even a standard turn that the truck driver has taken thousands of times to send a truck with an unsecured load to overturn in seconds.
If you were hurt in an accident caused by an 18-wheeler’s unsecured load in New Mexico, we can help you determine who is responsible for your crash, injuries, or the loss of your loved one.
What Can Lead to a Semi-Truck Carrying an Unsecured Load?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has clear regulations regarding the loading, stacking, balancing, and securing of freight on or inside semi-trucks transporting goods throughout the nation — including New Mexico.
However, truck drivers, trucking companies, and even third parties often fail to properly secure freight out of sheer carelessness, recklessness, and negligence.
Some common causes of unsecured load accidents may include, but are not limited to:
- Equipment failures
- Improperly loaded cargo that falls from the truck
- Inadequate tie-downs
- Negligent maintenance
- Road hazards
- The truck driver’s failure to inspect and ensure the load was secured
- Cargo or loading company’s failure to meet Federal loading procedures and requirements
When trucks jackknife or overturn or lose part or all their load onto the roadway, people are going to get hurt or even killed.
Our experienced team of semi-truck accident attorneys in Las Cruces can help pinpoint the liable party and pursue the best financial outcome for your unique case, starting with a free consultation.
Contact Our Skilled Team of Truck Accident Attorneys in Las Cruces Today
If you have been hurt in a truck accident in New Mexico caused by an unsecured load, contact our truck accident lawyers in Las Cruces at the Law Office of Samuel I. Kane by calling (575) 222-0472 to schedule a free consultation, so we can review the circumstances of your truck crash injuries and begin building your case for success.
