Chicago No-Zone Truck Accident Lawyers
Commercial trucks and buses are large, unwieldy vehicles. Due to their size and design, their drivers often have a poor view of the other vehicles around them. Traffic safety experts have tried to minimize this risk by educating the public about the “no-zone”: an area around a commercial truck in which you are basically invisible to the driver.
Chicago no-zone accident lawyers Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. are well versed in the laws concerning truck accidents and their causes. If you have any questions that are not covered on this page, call our offices at 312-466-8200.
Where Is the No-Zone?
No-zones are also known as blind spots. There are several of them surrounding the average truck, located at:
- Either side of the vehicle
- Areas close to the rear
- Areas close to the front
A good rule of thumb is that if you cannot see the truck driver in his or her side mirror, he or she cannot see you.
Who Is Responsible for No-Zone Accidents?
The answer to this will vary from case to case. Drivers of smaller vehicles have a responsibility to be aware of truck no-zones and pay attention to them on the road. However, truck drivers are also educated about these blind spots and should take basic steps to minimize risks.
Blind spots can also be referred to by either side in a Chicago no-zone accident lawsuit. For example, if an injured person sues a truck driver, the defense lawyer may point out that the driver was in the truck’s no-zone. This will not necessarily make the plaintiff lose the case, but it can lower the amount of damages he or she receives.
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If you have been injured in a no-zone accident, we can help you understand your rights and responsibilities.
Contact Chicago no-zone truck accident lawyers Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. at 312-466-8200 today.