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Truck Accidents

Being a victim in a truck accident can be one of the worst things that can happen to someone. They can become disfigured, experience severe pain, suffer from broken or fractured bones, and even die from their injuries. Truck accident lawyers want you to know that if you have experienced injuries from a truck accident, you can rely on them to help you with your truck accident claim. 

How can we determine liability? 

Liability is one of the most important factors in truck accident cases (or other personal injury cases). Just because a truck is bigger than your vehicle doesn’t automatically make the driver of the truck responsible for your injuries. Instead, you and your lawyer need to gather the appropriate evidence to show what caused the accident and how you got your injuries. 

Are truck drivers under certain laws?

Yes, there are certain laws governing the trucking industry. These laws are incredibly important because they determine the kinds of standards in place for:

  • Truck Owners
  • Trucking Companies
  • Drivers

So, who is responsible for the accident?

There are many things that can cause a truck accident that have nothing to do with the victim of the accident. Some of the people who may be responsible for the accident are:

  • The truck driver
  • The person who owns the truck or the tractor-trailer
  • The people or company who loaded the cargo onto the truck
  • The manufacturer of the truck or any of its parts
  • The owner of the trucking company

Common Injuries From Truck Accidents
There are many injuries that someone can sustain from a truck accident. Because of the size difference between a truck and your car, the injuries you sustain are likely more severe than those of the truck driver. You may have:

  • Broken Bones
  • Lacerations
  • Paralysis
  • A Traumatic Brain Injury

What might cause the truck driver to be responsible?

A truck driver may be responsible for the accident if they had a long shift the night before and are suffering from fatigue, were driving distracted by flipping through the radio or taking a call, or were driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, there are many things that can cause a truck driver to be responsible for trucking accidents, and a legal team will review the details leading up to the accident and what circumstances caused it. 

Attorneys know that this is a traumatic experience, and you should not feel the burden of trying to file a claim as well. Please call a law office to speak with a trusted truck accident lawyer, today. They care about getting you the outcome you deserve.