Injured by Defective Truck Equipment in St. Louis, Missouri?
Failure to comply with federal trucking regulations can place innocent motorists in harm's way. These trucking regulations specify that trucks must be kept in proper repair and follow maintenance schedules and inspections. At The Law Offices of Gretchen Myers, P.C., we have a thorough knowledge and understanding of trucking regulations and a passion for justice to hold negligent truckers and trucking companies accountable for their harmful actions. In some situations, the truckers and trucking companies may have done everything right. In these situations, manufacturers and designers may be responsible for the defective equipment.
In any case, we get to the bottom of it.
If you or a loved one was injured in a truck accident caused by defective equipment, schedule your free initial consultation by calling 314-732-4076. If you are outside the St. Louis, Missouri calling area, please dial my toll-free number 888-789-2184. You can also email us and someone from the firm will be in touch with you within 24 hours. We accept these cases on a contingency fee basis. We do not charge a fee unless we obtain a settlement or jury award on your behalf.
Types of Defective Truck Equipment and Mechanical Failure
Gretchen is an experienced trial attorney and prepares every case for the possibility of trial. Through this preparation, she secures maximum compensation for her clients who have sustained catastrophic injuries in truck accidents. She also secures the compensation surviving family members deserve to obtain in wrongful death lawsuits. In a thorough accident investigation, a failure or defect such as the following could be found:
- Defective tires that cause tread separation and tire blowouts
- Defective wheels
- Brake failure or malfunction that prevent a truck from stopping or cause a truck to stop suddenly
- Defective ABS (anti-lock braking system) that cause truck jackknifes and other accidents
- Defective straps and tie downs that cause unsecured loads to shift or fall off trailer
- Defective steering equipment
- Defective coupling
- Defective trailer hitch
- Defective safety straps
She has extensive knowledge of trucking regulations and the causes of truck accidents. With this knowledge, she provides her injured clients the type of attentive and effective legal help they need. Contact The Law Offices of Gretchen Myers, P.C. today to schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced lawyer.
