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What causes truck accidents?

Truck accidents have many causes. These include driver error (speeding, operating under the influence, poor judgment, driver fatigue), road conditions (unsafe roads or highways, inclement weather), and even design defects and maintenance issues (faulty brakes, failure to perform regularly schedule maintenance, tire blow-outs).

What are the risks of truck accidents?

The typical big rig truck weighs over 80,000 pounds. That means it can pose a significant risk to passengers in normal-sized vehicles. Truck accidents can cause significant injury, including but not limited to lacerations, broken bones, disfigurement, nerve damage, pain disorders, traumatic brain injury, and even death.

What are the statistics on truck accidents?

Truck accidents kill around 5,000 people each year. Rural areas are the most affected, with most truck accidents taking place on weekdays during daylight hours. Most fatalities affect the driver of the smaller vehicle. Up to 500,000 truck/vehicle collisions take place every year.

Who is liable in truck accidents?

Liability and negligence in truck accidents depend on the crash in question. Involved parties can include the truck driver, trucking company, manufacturer, third parties responsible for cargo, and even counties who fail to properly maintain roads.

What should I do if I've been involved in a truck accident?

The first priority is medical care for all affected parties. Be sure to document all aspects of your injury and obtain insurance and licensing information for everyone on the scene. The police should be called and the report requested. Then you should arm yourself with an experienced and capable truck accident attorney to represent your interests in court. While every case is different, many truck accident cases can result in significant damages collected on behalf of the plaintiff, who uses them to pay for cost of treatment, future medical care, property damage, and even emotional repercussions of the crash.

Who should I turn to if I'm looking for a truck accident lawyer?

The lawyers at PageCagle are experienced, aggressive, and have an outstanding track record gaining justice for truck accident victims. Think you have a case? Contact us today for more information and a free phone consultation.

Because of the serious nature of truck accidents and the destruction of evidence that goes on, John Page can be reached toll free, 24 hours a day at 1-866-650-6363 or by email at john@pagecagle.com.

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