3 Safety Tips for Safe Driving Near Tractor Trailers

Some of the most deadly accidents on the road involve tractor trailers. The shear size of these large trucks can cause monumental damage if things go wrong. If they do, and you're involved, you should immediately seek out a vehicle accident lawyer to ensure your rights are protected. In the meantime, there general rules you should follow that can help you avoid incident. Here are three good ones. 

1. Always remember that truck drivers have very limited visibility, and have much larger blind areas than on cars. Always keep your eyes on a truck when you're near one to make sure you know what they're about to do. Don't try to pass if it looks like they're about to turn. You can't assume they see you because they might not. 
2. Never pass a truck on the right if you're nearing an intersection. Trucks often make wide right turns and the trailer can swing in front of you. Give them plenty of space. Always give more car lengths than you normally would when tailing a truck. If something happens, they're going to need plenty of room to stop.
3. Give yourself as much room as you can between your car and a truck. Tractor trailers create wind currents that can push or pull your car at high speed.

 Safe driving is all about good driving techniques, and these tips can help protect you. Unfortunately, a large percentage of accidents are the result of someone else's error. If something does go wrong, make sure you contact a personal injury lawyer. At the Law Offices of Burg & Brock we have your back as a top LA accident lawyer.