Override accidents occur when a semi tractor-trailer turns or changes lanes and it rides over the top of car or smaller truck. These accidents can occur for a number of reasons, including:
- The truck driver failing to check for nearby traffic when he or she is turning or changing lanes
- Tailgating
- Travelling too fast for current road conditions
- Driver inattention
- Driver fatigue
No matter what the cause of these types of accidents, the injuries that the victims suffer can be catastrophic. Having the full force of such a large and heavy vehicle riding over your vehicle can not only crush the other driver's vehicle, it can cause the driver of the smaller vehicle to lose control. This can cause the smaller vehicle to strike bridge supports, telephone poles or other roadside objects as well as leaving the vehicle disabled in the middle of oncoming traffic.
Exceptional Representation Since 1970
At Ripplinger & Zimmer, L.L.C., we believe that the victims of these types of accidents deserve to have what they need to recover, including the appropriate medical care, financial resources and being able to focus on recovering rather than legal aspects of their case. We are committed to using the skills we have developed during our decades of service to help our clients effectively pursue justice and the full compensation available for their losses.
Attorney George Ripplinger Jr. has been helping the victims of all manner of trucking accidents for more than 40 years.
Contact the St. Louis Truck Override Injury Lawyer of Ripplinger & Zimmer, L.L.C.
When an accident occurs involving a semi truck or other commercial vehicle, the injuries can be catastrophic. We can help you assert your rights and aggressively pursue the compensation you will need following such a major accident. To schedule a free initial consultation with one of our Belleville truck override accident attorneys, call 618-234-2440 or simply contact us online.
In personal injury, malpractice cases and in some business litigation, our fees are contingent upon our securing compensation for you. We only charge attorney's fees once we have recovered compensation for our clients.
