In a construction zone, there are multiple things to be aware of – workers on the road, construction vehicles, new drive lines, following new signage, and more. If you are traveling near a semi-truck in a construction zone, you want to take extra precautions, so a semi-truck accident does not occur. Know these facts about driving in a construction zone, especially next to a semi-truck:
Construction Zones Will Have Narrower Lanes
Because of construction vehicles or the overall purpose of the job, construction zones will have narrower lanes. These lanes do not leave any space for errors, and drivers must abide by the construction zone signage and driving lines.
Shoulders May Not be Available in Construction Zones
In a construction zone, the shoulder may be what is being renovated or the shoulder is filled with construction vehicles. Regardless, the shoulder may not be available in construction zones to act as extra space if a semi-truck gets too close. Make sure you account for this as you drive near or pass a semi-truck.
Semi-Truck Drivers Will Have Blind Spots
Whether it is an open highway or tight-laned construction zone, semi-truck drivers will have blind spots. It is imperative that you and the driver work together to ensure an accident does not occur in a semi-truck blind spot. You can help by avoiding cruising in the blind spots completely. Semi-truck blind spots include:
- Directly in front of the cab.
- Directly behind the trailer.
- Under the left cab mirror and extending one
- Under the right cab mirror and extending two
Read this blog from our archives to discover other driving mistakes that contribute to semi-truck accidents.
Clark, Smith & Sizemore are highly experienced semi-truck accident attorneys.
Our team has successfully represented victims of semi-truck accidents, and we are determined to pursue the highest compensation possible for our clients. If the semi-truck accident occurred in a construction zone, we will determine which parties should be held responsible. There are many to choose from – the Department of Transportation, the construction company, the semi-truck driver, the semi-truck driver’s employer, and more. We will exhaust all our options to best serve you. Contact us today.