Proposed Law May Lead to Increased Commerical Truck Accidents

The Nashville truck accident lawyers at Ponce Law explain that one of the reasons commercial big rigs are so dangerous is because of their size and weight. These two factors can make stopping a commercial tractor-trailer require the length of a football field.

Despite these risks, lawmakers are considering proposals that would allow larger trucks on the road. According to Bloomberg Politics, a transportation spending bill would allow carriers to haul two 33-foot trailers in tandem as opposed to current regulations that only allow two 28-foot trailers to be pulled at the same time.

Experts who oppose the changes say the ten extra feet of trailer space will increase the size and weight of the vehicles, making them more difficult to stop. The claim is supported by research that shows tandem trucks already have a 15 percent higher crash rate than trucks hauling single trailers.

The results of a truck accident can be devastating, but the Nashville personal injury lawyers at Ponce Law want you to know that you aren’t alone if you’ve been hurt in a crash involving a commercial vehicle. Our team is standing by to offer advice and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to give us a call anytime at 615-244-4325 to discuss your case.

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