18-Wheeler Falls Off Ramp in Baton Rouge, Florida; No Injuries Reported
In an early morning accident in Baton Rouge, Florida, an 18-wheeler attempted to make a turn onto the interstate and rolled off the onramp; fortunately there were no injuries.
The driver attempted to turn onto I-110 from Florida Boulevard, miscalculated the turn, and fell off the ramp. Fortunately, because of the early morning hours, there were no vehicles in the area the big rig landed. No injuries have been reported. Fuel from the 18-wheeler, however, did spill onto the road; crews performed an emergency clean up of the area. There is no detailed information on the causes of the accident.
As truck accident attorneys, we constantly come across cases in which driver negligence contributes to a collision. No matter what the conditions of the road; weather conditions, time of day or night, or the kind of traffic around, a truck driver must exercise great precaution while operating a vehicle. Due to its massive size and weight, an 18-wheeler is difficult to navigate and requires specialized techniques when backing up and turning. For instance, a big rig requires a large turning radius which must be accounted for, by the driver, when making the turn. Even a minor miscalculation can result in catastrophe. In this particular accident, there seems to have been a miscalculation when defining the turning radius. In a case like this, it is also prudent to assess the driver's fatigue level at the time of the accident. Drivers who work long hours without adequate rest may be prone to making such mistakes.
It is fortunate that this accident did not result in any injuries or casualties. If there had been any vehicles in the area when the big rig rolled off the ramp, the resulting injuries could have been catastrophic.
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If you or a loved one has been injured in a big rig accident, contact an 18-wheeler attorney at Arnold & Itkin LLP for a free consultation.
