Do dump truck warning signs hold up in court? VERIFY
· 12.04.2024 · 13:05:26 ··· ··· Friday ·· 5 (5)
WCNC You've probably seen a dump truck with a sign warning drivers they aren't responsible for damage caused by falling debris, but do those signs hold up in court?
As it turns out, no, they won't hold up. North Carolina has a law that states no vehicle can drive on the road if it's not prevented from losing any of its load. Attorney Gary Mauney says these warnings are basically companies trying to post a "get out of jail free" card and they can easily be challenged. #VERIFY #News
There's also a North Carolina statute addressing this type of situation. It states, "No vehicle shall be driven . . . on any highway unless the vehicle is constructed and loaded to prevent any of its load from falling, blowing, dropping, sifting, leaking, or otherwise escaping therefrom.”
"The driver of a gravel truck could receive a ticket for it in addition to any civil liability," Mauney said.
The driver can also be held negligent if their unsecured load injures another driver. The best thing to do in these situations is to give yourself extra room and drive carefully. If your vehicle is hit by something that flies off a truck, try to get the license plate number or a description of the vehicle so you can follow up with the owner and pursue legal remedies.
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