Commercial trucking crashes are often more complex than typical car accidents. They can involve multiple defendants, and the potential for serious injuries is much higher. Fortunately, our dedicated legal team has over 50 years of experience and has secured multiple eight-figure settlements and verdicts in auto collision cases. Our personal injury attorneys represent crash victims like you and know how to build solid claims. A Fresno truck accident lawyer from Dunnion Law can help you seek fair compensation for your injuries.
When a truck accident occurs, multiple parties can be liable.
Driver error is the leading cause of trucking accidents. Common contributing behaviors include:
Commercial truck drivers face a higher standard than other drivers. Unfortunately, truckers sometimes violate safety standards through negligent actions.
A trucking company is generally vicariously liable for its employees’ actions. Companies that encourage truckers to violate federal hours-of-service driving limitations, fail to provide adequate training, or neglect to inspect and maintain their vehicles can be liable when their negligence leads to a crash.
The company responsible for loading and securing the freight can be legally liable if unbalanced or overloaded cargo causes a tractor-trailer crash.
If a truck part malfunctions due to a faulty repair, the mechanic can be legally responsible.
If an inherently defective automotive part causes a big rig to malfunction and crash, you may be able to sue the truck’s manufacturer through a product liability lawsuit.
An attorney from our Fresno legal team can investigate the circumstances of your big rig crash to determine the cause and identify fault. If we find shared responsibility, we can help you pursue claims against multiple defendants to maximize your chances of recovering fair compensation for your losses.
Due to their massive size, semi-trucks pose a serious risk to other road users. Trucking crashes often lead to debilitating, life-altering injuries, such as:
Injuries from semi-truck collisions frequently require extensive, long-term medical attention. Surgery, physical therapy, hospital stays, medication, nursing, and mobility assistance are often necessary. You may never fully recover and face permanent limitations and pain. Our Fresno attorneys will help you fight for a fair settlement after a tractor-trailer collision.
Unfortunately, trucking crashes sometimes result in deaths. If a loved one passes away in a truck wreck, our compassionate and trusted legal team can help you seek justice and compensation in a wrongful death suit, enabling you to rebuild your family’s life.
– Get the medical care you need.
– Talk to your doctor about all your symptoms.
– Don’t talk to insurance companies about your injuries. Tell them you are unsure and looking to discuss this with a lawyer.
It’s advised that you not settle until meeting with our personal injury team. It is likely the insurance company’s offer is well below what you truly deserve. If you accept the settlement and you later need further medical treatment or are unable to work due to your injuries, your settlement and waiver agreement can prevent you from getting additional compensation.
See MoreThat’s a difficult question, and ultimately depends on assessing the unique conditions of your claim, which cannot be done by an automated calculator. According to the All-Industry Research Advisory Council (ARAC), a typical personal injury case without an attorney settles for $3,262, while a case with an attorney will re-coup $11,939 – that’s over 3.5 times more money in your pocket.
See MoreEven though you may not be at fault for the accident, the at-fault driver’s insurance company will not pay for your medical bills, nor your property damage, until they complete their own liability and damage evaluation. Until then, you must make payment on medical costs associated with your accident or, have your health insurance pay them while your case is underway. It’s important to make sure that all of your medical providers bill your health insurance.
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If you are dealing with the aftermath of a serious truck collision, we can help. Trucking cases require a specific trucking skillset. At Dunnion Law, we are relentless advocates for our clients, fighting trucking companies on your behalf while you and your family get the care you need. With over 300 years of combined legal experience and a history of record-breaking results, our family-run firm knows how to take on trucking companies and their insurers to secure the maximum compensation you deserve. Get a free consultation and talk to a dedicated and trusted Fresno truck accident lawyer as soon as possible to learn how we can build the strongest case for your recovery and guide you through a lawsuit.
