Is a Dump Truck Responsible for Broken Windshields?

When you're tooling down road, there are trucks on the asphalt that say it's not their fault if they break your windshield. We're talking dump trucks that carry signs warning you to keep back because they aren't responsible for damage. “The simple truth is — they are responsible for it,” says attorney John McCabe.

Are trucks responsible for broken windshields?

You've seen them on trucks as they drive around town, a sign saying “Stay Back, Not responsible for broken windshields.” ... Does the sign relieve the truck driver, or company, from any responsibility if your windshield breaks from something that falls from their truck? The simple answer is, false.

What do you do if your dump truck cracks your windshield?

If your windshield was damaged, contact the company who owns the truck. Some companies will work with you and reimburse you, even if you can't prove it, while others may not. The bottom line is that it never hurts to ask. And if you have evidence that shows the truck was at fault, be sure to submit it.