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What can lead to a cargo tanker rollover accident?
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Cargo tank trucks have a very unique issue that their drivers must consider when they are driving. These trucks carry liquids that can slosh about as the truck moves. With this in mind, it is easy to understand why the drivers of these large and heavy vehicles must drive in a safe manner. Understanding some basic points about cargo tank rollover accidents might help to improve safety.
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When do these accidents occur?
The vast majority, two-thirds, of these accidents occur during the day. They tend to occur on dry roads that are straight. This might come as a shock since people tend to think that cargo tank rollovers occur mostly at night or when the driving conditions are poor.
What can lead to a cargo tank rollover?
A cargo tanker that is carrying only a partial load is more likely to be involved in an accident. A partial load is present in 63 percent of cargo tanker rollover accidents. Interestingly, 54 percent of cargo tank rollovers were associated in some manner with a brake defect. This shows that the condition of the truck can play a role in the accident.
Do the driver’s actions play a part?
The actions of the driver can play a part in these accidents. Around 5 to 10 percent of rollovers are caused by evasive maneuvers, and 28 percent of these accidents are caused by a driver going too fast for the current road conditions. In 66 percent of cargo tanker rollovers, the driver had more than 10 years of experience.
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When cargo tankers rollover, there is a chance that they will crash into other vehicles. The occupants of those vehicles can be injured, which might lead to a personal injury lawsuit. If you are one of those victims, you should explore your right to seek compensation.
Source: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, “Cargo Tank Rollover Prevention,” accessed Nov. 17, 2016
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