Alabama Large Truck Accident Attorney

About 18-Wheeler Trucks

An 18-wheeler is a type of large truck that was given its name because it usually has 18 wheels. It consists of a towing engine, including the cab where the driver operates the vehicle, and a trailer that carries cargo. The cab of an 18-wheeler truck typically has three axels: two in the rear and one in the front. Each rear axle has two wheels on each side, meaning the cab will have a total of 10 wheels. The trailer of an 18-wheeler typically has two double-wheel axles at the rear. In all the trailer has 8 wheels and the cab, or tractor, has 10 wheels, making a standard 18-wheel truck. Additional terms used to describe 18-wheelers include tractor-trailer, big rig, semi truck and Mack truck.

Fully loaded, an 18-wheeler may have a gross vehicle weight of 80,000 pounds, under Alabama truck weight regulations. However, some vehicles may obtain special permits to exceed the typical weight and size limits in order to transport oversized cargo. A large commercial vehicle may therefore exceed this weight limit and may also be carrying hazardous cargo, making the event of a truck driving accident all the more serious. In some situations, this heavy cargo may make an accident more likely to occur in the first place, particularly if it is improperly loaded, imbalanced or overloaded for the vehicle's size.

Lawyer for 18-Wheeler Accident Victims in Alabama

As an injury lawyer, Timothy A. Hughes is dedicated to helping victims of 18-wheeler accidents throughout Alabama. If you or someone you love was injured in an auto accident with an 18-wheeler truck and you would like to discuss the potential of filing an injury claim or resolving your case and seeking financial compensation for your injuries, don't wait to call us at 800-760-7807, or contact Alabama 18-wheeler accident lawyer Timothy Hughes online today.