Imagine a huge tractor-trailer smashing into your passenger vehicle on the road. Selecting the best attorney can make a huge difference in the compensation you receive in your truck accident case. Truck accidents often involve horrific injuries, and our Evansville truck accident attorneys know how important it is to get the most money possible for your injuries.
Wagner Reese is a leader in truck accident injury law in Indiana and has successfully represented tractor-trailer crash victims for years. Our attorneys have achieved many multi-million dollar verdicts for our personal injury clients, highlighting how committed we are to obtaining justice for the injured.
In 2023, several of our attorneys were added to the Rising Stars® or Super Lawyers® lists. These honors are only for a small percentage of attorneys nationally. Three of our attorneys were featured on The Best Lawyers in America© list.
Also, our founding partners, attorneys Stephen Wagner and Jason Reese, have been named on Indiana’s Top 25 Super Lawyers® and Best Lawyers® lists. When you retain our truck accident attorneys, you can be assured of our qualifications and results. We also take great pride in obtaining maximum compensation for our truck crash clients.
What Is A Truck’s “No-Zone”?
One of the causes of truck crashes in Indiana is when another vehicle is in one of a truck’s “no-zones.” No-zones for tractor-trailers refer to the areas of a big rig that may be called blind spots in other vehicles. These areas around the truck aren’t visible with mirrors alone, and truck drivers have to check their no-zones regularly, especially when changing lanes or turning. However, many drivers aren’t cautious and fail to check their truck’s no-zones. The result is sometimes a severe truck crash that could leave other motorists with serious or even fatal injuries.
Drivers in the Indianapolis and Evansville areas know how common large commercial trucks are on the roads. If a trucker changes lanes or turns without checking their no-zones, you could have a severe accident with life-changing injuries. Some of the common truck accidents that occur from no-zone or blind spot violations include:
- Rollover auto accidents
- Underride auto accidents
- Side-to-side auto accidents
- Rear-end collisions
- Pedestrian and cyclist accidents
If you are in a no-zone truck accident, call the police immediately and seek medical attention. Also, contact a truck accident attorney as soon as possible. The trucking company’s attorneys and accident investigators may attempt to blame you for the no-zone truck accident, so having legal representation is vital for your case.
No-Zones On Tractor-Trailers
There are three specific no-zones on tractor-trailers. The first is on the side, which is a blind spot. If you are driving by the side of a truck and cannot see the driver’s face in the side mirror, the trucker probably cannot see you. In this situation, a severe accident could happen if the trucker tries to move into your lane.
Another no-zone is directly in front of the truck. If a vehicle is too close to the front of the rig, the trucker may be unable to stop in time to avoid slamming into its back. There is also a no-zone behind the truck, which is also a blind spot. A vehicle following too closely behind the truck could lead to disaster if the rig suddenly stops or reverses.
Remember, the four no-zones around most commercial trucks are:
- Directly in front of the truck cab.
- Behind the truck – approximately two car lengths.
- Beside the driver’s door and about a car length behind it.
- Beside and behind the truck’s passenger door and approximately two car lengths behind it.
Why Are No-Zones Dangerous?
Every motor vehicle on the road has blind spots that can make driving more hazardous. However, because commercial trucks are so big and long, they have more significant blind spots that increase the risk of a severe accident. If a truck merges into your lane or hits you from behind when you’re in a no-zone, you could suffer a serious or fatal injury.
Seek Legal Representation If You’re Injured In A No-Zone Accident
Defensive driving around large trucks can help you avoid accidents by staying out of their no-zones when possible. However, commercial truck drivers must drive safely and check their no-zones. If a truck driver is negligent in checking their no-zones and hits you, the truck accident attorneys at Wagner Reese will seek compensation for your injuries and other damages. If your attorney can prove that the truck driver’s negligence caused the accident, you could receive compensation in a lawsuit.
Some of the common reasons no-zone or blind spot accidents occur are because of truck driver negligence involving:
- Distracted driving: Truckers spend long hours on the road and may pass the time by texting, watching videos, or browsing the Internet.
- Inattentive driving: The truck driver may violate their duty of care and not properly check their blind spots before changing lanes or turning.
- Driver fatigue: Truckers can only drive so many hours daily, but some drivers may break the rules. Fatigued driving leads to severe and fatal auto accidents that may involve no-zone and blind spot violations.
Our Evansville, Indiana Truck Crash Law Firm Is Ready To Help
Wagner Reese is one of the most qualified law firms in Indiana to obtain the compensation you deserve for your truck accident injuries. Our lawyers are aggressive, effective, and knowledgeable in personal injury law and look forward to advocating for your rights.
Our many accolades and awards reflect our attorneys’ qualifications. For example, many of our personal injury attorneys have been named to either the Super Lawyers® or Rising Stars lists. This is an impressive achievement that only a small percentage of attorneys have.
Also, one founding partner, Stephen Wagner, was named Trial Attorney of the Year by the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association in 2006. Our other founding partner, Jason Reese, has been recognized as one of Indiana’s top attorneys when he received the coveted Leadership in Law Distinguished Barrister Award. Our truck accident attorneys are well qualified and possess over 150 years of combined legal experience to obtain the compensation you deserve for your losses. Please call us today at (866) 828-0308.
