Driver Alcohol & Drug Abuse

Indiana Truck Driver Negligence Lawyer

Drug and alcohol abuse contribute to all types of vehicle accidents. But when a drunk or drug-impaired driver is behind the wheel of a 70,000 lb. vehicle, the consequences for the driving public can be extremely dire.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident, please contact an attorney at Sweeney Julian, P.C. in South Bend, Indiana, as soon as possible. Our legal team will ensure that a drug and alcohol test is performed in a timely manner and that the results aren't somehow misplaced.

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In a study of the causes of large truck crashes by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, prescription drug use was the top factor contributing to truck crashes and over-the-counter drug use was rated fourth. Alcohol was also a factor contributing to truck crashes.

Both federal and Indiana law require that the driver of a truck involved in an accident be tested for drug and alcohol use in a timely manner. However, the study found that time and time again the tests were not done or the test results were not available.

Indiana residents know the dangers of drug or alcohol-impaired truck drivers. High-profile cases involving impaired truck drivers have been in the news in recent years.

Trucking companies that impose unrealistic schedules on drivers or pay more to drivers who violate driving hour regulations to make a delivery on time are as liable as the driver who consumed the drugs in order to stay awake and keep driving. Perhaps the most effective way to change the trucking industry's practices is for those who have been injured to file suit.

At Sweeney Julian, P.C. our first priority is to recover financial compensation for our injured clients. But we know that winning trucking accident claims can also encourage the industry to adopt practices that will make the roads safer for everyone. To learn how we can be of assistance to you, please contact us today for a free consultation and case evaluation.

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