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Truck Spill Clean-up

It often happens like this. An 18-wheeler takes a turn too sharp and fast, or it veers off the road and into a ditch. How it gets there does not always matter, but the forces of physics will overturn the large truck, causing it to land on its side. This could cause injury to the driver as well as other motorists on the road. The matter becomes even more serious if a hazardous or chemical material is spilled as a result of the accident.

The Law

While operating commercial vehicles, drivers are considered responsible for their truck and its contents. All incidents involving a spill of leak of hazardous material must be reported immediately to the state’s Department of Public Safety. Additionally, a report detailing the spill must be submitted in writing to the Department of Environmental Protection within 15 days of the incident.

Clean-up

The methods used to clean a spill up depend on the situation, product, and resources affected. Methods used may include: sorbents, pumps, and vacuums, controlled burns, excavating contaminated soils, ground water treatment, and neutralization. The spiller is legally responsible for cleaning up the spill. If they are incapable of doing so, an emergency response team like the local fire department may respond to the accident to ensure community safety.

If you or someone you know has suffered injuries or death because of an accident involving a large commercial vehicle, contact the truck accident lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 800-220-9341 for a free consultation. We will discuss your case and further legal options.