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Norfolk Truckers Put Profit Before Safety When Overloading Trucks

Virginia trucking companies and drivers put the lives of innocent motor vehicle operators on the line every time they overload a semi-truck that is carrying cargo throughout the state. Trucking companies and truck drivers often overload cargo to save time and save money spent on gas and equipment. Quite simply, faster deliveries equate to more business and larger profits.

However, experienced Norfolk truck accident attorneys know all too well the devastating effects of overloading semi-trucks, such as:


The Virginia Department of Transportation has set maximum weight limits for semi-trucks traveling throughout the Commonwealth that include:


Eighteen-wheelers are designed to meet certain levels of stress. When a Norfolk truck driver operates a truck that is over the regulatory limits, the truck becomes much less stable, which could lead to serious - even fatal - motor vehicle accidents. The additional weight:


There are penalties for operating a semi-truck that is overweight. These penalties include fees charged for the overweight vehicle and additional fees incurred by the owner, operator, or other person responsible. However, a truck driver need only obtain a permit for an extension of the gross weight.

Operating an overweight semi-truck is very dangerous to the truck driver and to others on the road. Although a truck driver is responsible for the cargo he or she is transporting, if you have been in a motor vehicle collision with a truck, other responsible parties may include the trucking company and the loading company.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a crash with a Norfolk truck driver, call an experienced Norfolk truck accident lawyer. Attorney Michael Weisberg has been representing clients involved in motor vehicle accidents throughout southeastern Virginia for years. Call Michael S. Weisberg toll free at (800) 690-0235, or complete the contact form on this page for a free consultation. Attorney Weisberg will work hard to make sure you are full compensated.



Michael S. Weisberg, P.C.
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Norfolk, VA 23510
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