Three tractor-trailers collided on I-95 recently, according to Maryland CBS affiliate WJZ. The crash caused an early-morning shutdown of the northbound side of the interstate in Cecil County, stopping traffic for several hours before police and rescue workers managed to open the left lane. At least one of the truck drivers was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Police are still investigating what caused the three trucks to crash. At the time of the Maryland truck accident, one of the trucks had jackknifed, while the other two had taken damage to their fuel tanks and were leaking diesel fuel onto the highway. Due to the size of the accident and the difficulty of cleaning up the road to make it safe for motorists, police could not at the time of the accident estimate when northbound I-95 would be fully reopened.
The large size of tractor-trailers makes both visibility and emergency stopping serious concerns for truck drivers. Visibility is a problem especially when traveling around passenger vehicles. Drivers can help protect themselves from truck accidents by making sure they can always see the truck’s mirrors and by never cutting in close in front of a truck. Trucks cannot brake quickly, and forcing a trucker to slam on the brakes may cause the truck to skid, jackknife, or even roll.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a tractor-trailer accident, please contact experienced Maryland truck accident attorney Steven H. Heisler. Mr. Heisler, “The Injury Lawyer,” will examine the details of your case and help you seek compensation from all parties that were responsible for your accident. Call 877-228-4878 today for a free case evaluation.
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