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Truck drivers have a very difficult job. Many of them must drive thousands of miles in vehicles that can be highly dangerous, especially in the event of an accident. Maneuvering a truck that weighs upwards of 10,000 pounds around potential road hazards is no easy feat. But, sadly, truck drivers and trucking companies alike may fail to work in an ethical manner which is safe for others on the road.

There are a number of laws put into place to make trucks slightly less dangerous on the highway. Some of these laws refer to load limits on trucks. However, truck drivers and trucking companies, in an attempt to save money, may try to find ways around these limits. When they do, the results can be deadly.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a car accident involving a truck driver who was over the load limit, contact the St. Petersburg truck accident lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. by calling 800-931-4369 today.

Despite the obvious dangers of violating load laws, truck drivers and trucking companies may only be concerned with:

While financial pressures are a serious concern, they are no excuse for dismissing important safety standards. Truck drivers should be safe and responsible, for their own sake as well as the safety of everyone else on the road.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in an accident involving a truck driver with a load over the limit, contact the St. Petersburg personal injury lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. by calling 800-931-4369 today.