Side-impact truck accidents in Fresno can cause catastrophic injuries and significant property damage. This is because there may be nothing besides the B-pillar, airbags, and doorframe to protect vehicle occupants on the impacted side. That vulnerability, combined with the large size and weight of a truck, means a T-bone collision can potentially destroy a smaller vehicle.
If you or a loved one was injured in a side-impact crash, our experienced truck accident attorneys at Dunnion Law can help you recover the compensation you deserve while you focus on recovery.
Fresno side-impact truck accidents fall into two main categories: T-bone collisions and sideswipe/broadside crashes.
In a T-bone wreck, the front of the truck strikes the side of the smaller vehicle, forming a T-shape. This often occurs at intersections or stop signs, or when a trucker swerves and the truck jackknifes, causing the cab to hit a passing vehicle.
In a broadside or sideswipe collision, two vehicles traveling either side by side or in opposite directions make contact after drifting too close.
These crashes are often caused by distracted driving, driver inattention, fatigued driving, reckless actions, or driving under the influence. Poor spatial awareness can also play a role, especially if the smaller vehicle was driving in the truck’s blind spot.
Understanding the cause of the crash can be critical to assigning fault. A skilled attorney can review the evidence and help injured victims obtain fair compensation for their losses.
The compensation available after a T-bone or broadside truck collision can depend on several factors, including the severity of the injuries, the extent of property damage, and the emotional impact of the crash.
Common injuries from Fresno side-impact truck wrecks include crushed or broken bones, muscle sprains or tears, neck injuries, severe cuts or bruises, impalement, internal bleeding or organ damage, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries.
Because these injuries can be catastrophic and often require long recovery periods, victims may face mounting medical costs and an inability to work. In these cases, a lawyer can help seek compensation for the following losses:
If the truck driver was particularly reckless in their conduct, punitive damages may also be available. For crashes that resulted in a fatality, select family members may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim.
While side-impact truck accidents in Fresno can have devastating consequences, taking legal action can help you move forward. If you are dealing with injuries and other losses from the crash, our experienced lawyers will fight to secure the compensation you need to pay your medical expenses and take care of your loved ones.
For more than 50 years, Dunnion Law has been helping seriously injured Californians recover compensation for losses sustained in truck accidents. Contact us to schedule a consultation and discuss your case today.
