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At CR Legal Team, we have experienced Trucking Attorneys

who are ready, willing, and able to defend victims of truck and commercial vehicle crashes or collisions. Four of our attorneys represent the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, the Trucking Litigation Practice Group of American Association for Justice, the Board Certification in Truck Accident Law from National Board of Trial Advocacy, and the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forums. Two of them additionally hold Class A Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs).

CR Legal Team is here to Stand Up For You and to provide the steadfast legal support you need and deserve for Trucking Crashes or Collisions. Contact us online or by calling (866) 691-0607 today!

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What to Do After a Truck Accident

You’ve been involved in a truck accident. What should you do next? The steps you take now may have a direct impact on your ability to recover compensation for your injuries. They may also affect your health and well-being. CR Legal Team is here to offer guidance in your time of need.

After an accident, we strongly recommend that you seek medical attention and call an attorney – in that order.

However, if you’re looking for insight into the best steps to take after a truck accident, we’ve provided the following tips:

  • Remain at the scene. You are required to remain at the scene of a traffic accident that has caused injury or property damage to exchange information with the other party or parties involved, unless you are in need of emergency medical care.
  • Call 911. If the accident is blocking traffic or someone has been seriously injured, call 911 to alert the authorities and seek help.
  • Seek medical attention. Go to the emergency room or see a doctor immediately after the accident, even if you feel you were not seriously injured. Some physical trauma, like whiplash or head injuries, may not be immediately apparent but will require treatment to lessen the chances of permanent damage. Seek medical care and inform the doctor that you were involved in a truck accident so he or she knows what type of injuries to look for.
  • Collect information and keep records. If possible, take pictures at the scene. Take pictures of your vehicle, the truck, your injuries, and your clothing. Get the contact information of any witnesses, the truck driver, the trucking company, and emergency personnel. Keep detailed records of any medical treatment you receive.
  • Do not admit fault. Do not apologize to the truck driver or to anyone else at the scene. Do not say or do anything that may be misconstrued as an admission of fault, as this could affect your ability to recover compensation in the future.
  • Call a lawyer. If you were seriously injured, it is important to involve a lawyer who is experienced with truck accident claims. He or she can stand up for your rights and handle your claim so you can focus on healing.

Who Could Be Held Liable for a Truck Accident?

If you were involved in a truck accident, the following parties may be liable:

  • The driver or operator of the truck
  • The owner of the truck
  • The company or person that leased the truck from the owner
  • The trucking company
  • The manufacturer of the truck or its parts
  • The shipping or loading company that put the cargo on the truck

People who share the road with large trucks could also be responsible, such as drivers, motorcyclists, pedestrians, or cyclists. In some cases, government entities or contractors that are responsible for road maintenance may be held liable if a dangerous or defective road caused the truck accident.

How We Can Help

While it may seem impossible to face Goliath, having CR Legal Team on your side can give you a great chance to secure the financial compensation and justice you deserve. You don’t have to go at it alone. With us, you'll have a seasoned truck accident lawyer in your corner.

Listed below are just some of the ways we can help victims of trucking accidents:

  • Determining the full, fair value of your truck accident claim: It is important to determine exactly what your claim is worth, by taking into consideration your current and future financial losses. These may include medical care, property damage, lost earnings, and emotional trauma. We will consider every possibility so that we can properly value your claim.

  • Investigating the cause of your accident to assign liability: Accident reconstruction and a thorough investigation by our in-house private investigators will allow us to determine what caused your truck accident and therefore who should be held legally responsible.

  • Filing your insurance claim: We will send the insurance company a demand letter, requesting the amount of financial compensation we believe your case is worth. We will work closely with you to make sure you agree with the amount and that it is in your best interests.

  • Negotiating with the insurance provider to seek a fair settlement: If the trucking company’s insurance provider sends a counteroffer, we will review it to see if it is fair. If the counteroffer is not fair, we will negotiate as necessary to seek the best possible settlement on your behalf.

Truck Accident Resources

If you are looking for more information regarding truck accidents, commercial trucks, and trucking regulations, you have come to the right place. As a part of our ongoing commitment to serve our clients and the community, we have compiled several resources that can offer helpful guidance on large commercial truck regulations and accidents.

In addition to visiting the following websites, you are always welcome to call our offices for a free consultation. Our truck accident attorneys are standing by to see how we can help you.

You can click on any of the following links for more information:

We can all do our part to make our roadways safe. Understanding the common causes of truck accidents can help us recognize what dangers we may face when we share the road with commercial vehicles. And if we are involved in collisions despite our best efforts, we can take the necessary steps to hold at-fault parties accountable.

For compassionate help and experienced counsel, please contact CR Legal Team at (866) 691-0607.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accidents

After an auto accident, you probably have numerous questions. While you are always welcome to call CR Legal Team to discuss your specific case and concerns, we have also compiled some frequently asked questions for your convenience. Feel free to review these or to contact our offices at (866) 691-0607 any time, day or night, for a free consultation. Serving clients nationwide, our team is here to help you through life’s most difficult moments.

  • Q:What makes truck accidents so dangerous?

    A:A fully loaded commercial truck may weigh 80,000 pounds or more. These vehicles are also extremely large and are higher off the ground than most passenger vehicles. In an accident, this disparity in size, weight, and height will mean that the smaller vehicle will sustain the bulk of the damage. Trucks may also carry hazardous cargo that can cause fires, chemical burns, or explosions.

  • Q:What are some common causes of truck accidents?

    A:A truck accident may have one or more contributing factors. When these factors are linked to FMSCA regulation violations or any type of negligence or wrongdoing, the truck operator or trucking company may be held liable. Some potential causes include:

    • Truck driver negligence: This can take on many forms and may include falling asleep at the wheel, distracted driving, speeding, unsafe lane changes, drug or alcohol use, tailgating, or texting while driving.
    • FMCSA hours of service violations: Drivers who work for too many consecutive hours or days, in violation of FMSCA regulations, may make significant errors. Trucking companies who entice or force drivers to violate hours of service regulations could be held accountable.
    • Poor truck maintenance: Large commercial trucks require continual maintenance to make sure everything is in working order, particularly for braking, steering, and suspension systems. Poor maintenance may lead to brake failure, tire blowouts, and other serious problems causing accidents.
    • Improperly loaded trucks: A truck that is overloaded or has an imbalanced load will be more difficult to maneuver and may roll over or jackknife. Improperly secured truckloads may come loose, strike other vehicles, and cause serious accidents.
    • Truck driver inexperience: If a truck operator is inexperienced due to inadequate training, he or she may make a mistake that leads to a catastrophic collision. Examples include unsafe lane changes, following other vehicles too closely, failure to check blind spots, and driving too fast for existing road conditions.

    We realize that identifying the cause of a truck accident is essential to recovering compensation on a victim’s behalf, and as such, we work tirelessly to review the evidence and to reconstruct the circumstances surrounding the crash.

  • Q:How can I prove that the truck driver caused the accident?

    A:Physical evidence, including pictures of the accident scene, damage to the vehicles, driver logs, maintenance logs, and tire marks, along with witness accounts of the accident, can help build evidence that proves liability. We may complete accident reconstructions and work with our in-house investigators to prove that the truck operator or other parties should be responsible for your claim.

  • Q:What are some steps I can take to avoid a truck accident?

    A:When sharing the road with commercial trucks, remember that they have very large blind spots. Remember that they will take longer to slow down or come to a complete stop, and take into account the fact that cargo could become loose or the driver could lose control of the vehicle. Give trucks space and do not make sudden maneuvers that place your vehicle in their way. Taking these steps may help you avoid an accident.

  • Q:What are my rights after a truck accident?

    A:If someone else was responsible for the injuries you sustained in a truck accident, you have the right to hold them accountable. That individual or entity should be held responsible for paying compensation to help make you whole. This settlement may include money for medical bills, lost earnings, damage to your vehicle and personal property, emotional trauma, and possibly more.

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