Legal Uncertainties Surround Recent Big Rig Accident

Two women from were killed last weekend when a teenage driver of a big rig apparently lost control of his vehicle, slamming into the motorists as they changed a flat tire on their car. Unfortunately, both accident victims died at the scene.

Commercial vehicles are regulated by a byzantine set of state and federal regulations. For instance, in some states people as young as 18-years old can drive big rigs so long as they stay within the borders of the state. By contrast, federal law requires that interstate drivers be at least 21-years old. Likewise, whether a truck is a commercial vehicle can be a challenging distinction as well. In last weekend’s tragic accident, for instance, the rig has been characterized as both a farm vehicle and a commercial vehicle.

Legal distinctions like these may seem small, but in many cases they can have a big effect on the outcome. If you’ve been in an automobile or trucking accident, you may need someone who understands the full complexity that often attends state and federal law. Fortunately, the attorneys at Fears | Nachawati are dedicated to this complicated area of the law and are prepared to give you the advice you need. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.322.6898 or email us at http://www.fnlawfirm.com/contact.cfm.

Car Driver Strikes, Kills Pedestrian in Irving

Late last week, a man was struck and killed by a car on Airport Freeway in Irving, Texas. Witness reports suggest that the pedestrian ran in front of the vehicle, however, the investigation into the accident continues.

Many Americans believe that the adage “pedestrians have the right of way” is always true. However, that’s not the case. For many well-known roads, pedestrians do not have the right of way. Moreover, even in situations in which pedestrians do have the right of way, drivers are not necessarily liable for a pedestrian’s injury. If a pedestrian puts a driver in a situation where it is unthinkable or physically unreasonable to expect a change in course or reduction of speed, the court will usually shield the driver from liability.

Pedestrian liability is can be a difficult, confusing and expensive area of the law. You need experts who understand the law’s full complexity. You need the experts at Fears | Nachawati. For a free consultation, give us a call at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you!