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Los Angeles Truck Accident Attorneys
Accidents involving commercial vehicles involve a lot of unique elements not typically found in most auto accident cases. If you or someone you love has been hurt in a wreck involving a commercial truck of any type, working with an experienced legal team can help you navigate the complex legal journey ahead and pursue the compensation you deserve.
At Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP, our trucking accident lawyers fight for victims injured in truck accidents and all types of traffic collisions throughout Los Angeles and beyond, and we know the concerns victims and their families commonly have.
If you or your loved one has been harmed in a truck wreck and believes the driver or company involved should be held liable, our lawyers are available to help you better understand your rights and the personal injury claim process.
The Dangers of 18-Wheelers
Truck drivers often face long work hours and drive under high amounts of fatigue on short deadlines. Every year, negligent truck drivers often make fatal mistakes. In the United States, hundreds of people are killed in 18-wheeler-related accidents. Commercial 18-wheeler trucks are incredibly dangerous because of their enormous size and weight. If you or a loved one was injured or killed in a truck-related crash, you may be facing uncertainty. High medical bills from back, neck, or head injuries can pile on top of repairs you may need to make to your own vehicle, making it difficult for many to make ends meet post-accident. An experienced lawyer can help fight the injuries you have sustained from the crash.
Important Trucking Laws That Could Impact Your Case
Truck laws are regulated under the federal and state governments and outline everything from the safety of parts and accessories to the number of hours of service a driver is allowed to put in during the course of a day. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) was implemented to help prevent fatal accidents and injuries in large-truck-related accidents. FMCSA also enforces safety regulations and works on improving safety information systems for commercial motor vehicles. Different state and federal laws are put into place to help protect commercial truckers and the drivers who share the road with them. Unfortunately, failure to comply with safety regulations often results in injuries or deaths of innocent drivers.
Compensation You May Recover After a Trucking Accident
If you or someone you care about has been involved in an accident with an 18 Wheeler truck, you are eligible for compensation to cover your bills and losses. Truck-related accidents are often dramatic because of the size and weight of the trucks, and victims are often severely injured or killed. An experienced personal injury attorney can help bring justice to the negligent drivers or truck companies. There are a number of different people who could be at fault. The truck’s driver, owners, or lessors could be held responsible for your injuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are truck accident cases different from other auto accidents?
Commercial vehicles and trucks are much larger and heavier than passenger vehicles. Because of this, they are more difficult to stop and maneuver when potential dangers arise, and they can cause extensive damage when they cause collisions. Victims injured in truck accidents often experience catastrophic injuries, if not fatal injuries, which means they typically require more compensation to cover their damages and their future needs.
Why do truck accidents happen?
As with any auto accident, truck accidents can happen for a number of reasons. However, many of these reasons can be prevented if not for the negligence or failures of truck drivers and trucking companies. Common causes of accidents include driver error, mechanical error, and poor vehicle maintenance.
What safety regulations apply to the trucking industry?
Because commercial trucks have such an overwhelming potential to cause wide-scale harm, the trucking industry is heavily regulated by the state and federal government. Drivers are required to meet strict training and licensing requirements, as well as strict drug and alcohol policies. Trucking companies must comply with regulations to regularly inspect, maintain, and load their vehicles. Additionally, trucking companies are responsible for ensuring drivers operate safely and not while fatigued. In fact, federal regulations designed to prevent tired truckers are known as Hours-of-Service rules, and they place strict limitations on how long drivers can be behind the wheel and on duty, and when and for how long they must take breaks.
How can truck accident victims recover compensation?
Every case is unique, and a thorough investigation into an accident is necessary in order to determine whether truck drivers and trucking companies can be held liable for a crash. Our attorneys look closely for signs of negligence and regulation violations that if avoided, could have prevented a crash. When this is presented clearly, victims have the ability to hold the at-fault parties responsible for their damages, including their medical bills, pain and suffering, and lost work wages, among other damages.
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We will not hesitate to go toe-to-toe in trial with an insurance company, corporation, prosecutor, or law enforcement officer. Regardless of the type of situation you are involved in, rest assured that we will do everything we can to protect your rights and help you secure the most favorable result possible.
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