Truck Accident Lawyer

BENEFITS OF HIRING A FULLERTON TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYER

Fullerton is situated between two major roadways, I-5 and Highway 57. The trucking industry uses our roads daily. We are happy to play a part in our country’s economic success, but companies who do not hold their drivers and cargo requirements to the highest standards will face the penalty when they are involved in an accident.

Accidents involving a semi-truck, 18 wheeler, tractor-trailer, or any other large commercial vehicle are different from typical automobile accidents. The sheer weight and size of a big rig can have a detrimental effect when involved in an accident with a smaller vehicle. Because they are protected by their larger, elevated vehicles, truckers are usually relatively unharmed in accidents involving smaller vehicles. However, motorists in smaller vehicles may suffer more severe consequences.

We are not afraid to bring companies to justice through the trial process if they are not willing to give our clients the fair compensation they deserve. At Commonwealth Accident Attorneys, we have experience dealing with shipping and insurance companies who will attempt to lowball your settlement. We seek out all avenues of justice, from the trucking company itself, truck manufacturers, to the company that loaded the cargo.

Damage to the Vehicle

If you are involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer, semi-truck, or 18-wheeler, then you are entitled to repair of damages to your vehicle. In the event of a total loss, you are entitled to at least the worth of your vehicle.

Insurance Policies 

Insurance companies have a payout benefit scale depending upon the severity of the injury and damages. This is dependent on both your insurance policy and the truck company’s insurance policy.

Medical Bills

Due to the nature of trucking accidents, injuries are almost always incurred. Understanding that in the event of an accident with a trucking company you should not be liable for any amount of medical expenses.

Disability Claims and Loss of Use of Limbs

If you are the victim of a trucking accident and lost any limb during that event, we can help secure your rightful compensation. Compensation for the loss of a limb varies by state. Our seasoned law professionals can fight to get you the fairest and full settlement amount.

Reoccurring Medical Bills and Fees

In the event of a trucking accident, catastrophic injuries that our clients incur can be extensive and require months to years of medical treatment. Medications, rehabilitation services, surgeries, and therapy are long-term treatments that are often offered after being the victim of a trucking accident. You are owed fair compensation for your suffering, particularly, suffering said injuries from no fault of your own.

Death

In the event that the worst possible outcome happens, and wrongful death occurs during a trucking accident, we know that no amount of monetary compensation will heal the grief felt by the loss of your loved one. At Commonwealth Accident Attorneys, we will work tirelessly to ensure that you will have one less burden to deal with during such a difficult time.

COMMON CAUSES OF TRUCK ACCIDENTS IN FULLERTON

Although accidents do happen, the majority of the time, truck crashes can be avoided. When the proper steps are not taken to ensure the safety of employees and other motorists, truck accidents are bound to happen.

Vehicle maintenance should not be skipped, control panels should be checked and functioning properly, the trailer’s cargo must be loaded securely, and the trucker should be well-rested. Any precautions not taken are negligent, and the at-fault party should be held accountable.

According to the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration), most accidents involving big trucks occur due to mechanical difficulties. If a truck is not meeting mechanical standards, then issues with breaks, tires, belts, and trailer attachments can occur.

Another common cause of truck accidents involving trucks is driver fatigue. The FMCSA states truck drivers are required to follow the law regarding proper rest requirements. These rest requirements are broken down into time requirements of rest per hour of driving but are also broken into consecutive days worked and required time off in between.

Lack of information or understanding of routes also causes many truck accidents in Southern California, as well as the US. Truck drivers have access to GPS systems and services but being re-routed or running into specific conditions can cause unwanted accidents.

Drivers receive pressure from employers to meet strict deadlines and are baited with monetary incentives to complete a job faster. When this happens, truckers are less cautious on the road and more likely to cause an accident.

This can lead to truck drivers loading cargo incorrectly in order to save time, but it also leads drivers to overlook the required rest times in order to receive the incentive or meet the deadline.

Aggressive driving is another common reason for trucking accidents. Lack of sleep and pressure from employers can cause mental distress in drivers. This can lead them to drive in an aggressive state. Particularly in situations where traffic is congested, and road conditions are not ideal.

Damage to the Vehicle

If you are involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer, semi-truck, or 18-wheeler, then you are entitled to repair of damages to your vehicle. In the event of a total loss, you are entitled to at least the worth of your vehicle.

Insurance Policies 

Insurance companies have a payout benefit scale depending upon the severity of the injury and damages. This is dependent on both your insurance policy and the truck company’s insurance policy.

Medical Bills

Due to the nature of trucking accidents, injuries are almost always incurred. Understanding that in the event of an accident with a trucking company you should not be liable for any amount of medical expenses.

Disability Claims and Loss of Use of Limbs

If you are the victim of a trucking accident and lost any limb during that event, we can help secure your rightful compensation. Compensation for the loss of a limb varies by state. Our seasoned law professionals can fight to get you the fairest and full settlement amount.

Reoccurring Medical Bills and Fees

In the event of a trucking accident, catastrophic injuries that our clients incur can be extensive and require months to years of medical treatment. Medications, rehabilitation services, surgeries, and therapy are long-term treatments that are often offered after being the victim of a trucking accident. You are owed fair compensation for your suffering, particularly, suffering said injuries from no fault of your own.

Death

In the event that the worst possible outcome happens, and wrongful death occurs during a trucking accident, we know that no amount of monetary compensation will heal the grief felt by the loss of your loved one. At Commonwealth Accident Attorneys, we will work tirelessly to ensure that you will have one less burden to deal with during such a difficult time.

COMMON CAUSES OF TRUCK ACCIDENTS IN FULLERTON

Although accidents do happen, the majority of the time, truck crashes can be avoided. When the proper steps are not taken to ensure the safety of employees and other motorists, truck accidents are bound to happen.

Vehicle maintenance should not be skipped, control panels should be checked and functioning properly, the trailer’s cargo must be loaded securely, and the trucker should be well-rested. Any precautions not taken are negligent, and the at-fault party should be held accountable.

According to the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration), most accidents involving big trucks occur due to mechanical difficulties. If a truck is not meeting mechanical standards, then issues with breaks, tires, belts, and trailer attachments can occur.

Another common cause of truck accidents involving trucks is driver fatigue. The FMCSA states truck drivers are required to follow the law regarding proper rest requirements. These rest requirements are broken down into time requirements of rest per hour of driving but are also broken into consecutive days worked and required time off in between.

Lack of information or understanding of routes also causes many truck accidents in Southern California, as well as the US. Truck drivers have access to GPS systems and services but being re-routed or running into specific conditions can cause unwanted accidents.

Drivers receive pressure from employers to meet strict deadlines and are baited with monetary incentives to complete a job faster. When this happens, truckers are less cautious on the road and more likely to cause an accident.

This can lead to truck drivers loading cargo incorrectly in order to save time, but it also leads drivers to overlook the required rest times in order to receive the incentive or meet the deadline.

Aggressive driving is another common reason for trucking accidents. Lack of sleep and pressure from employers can cause mental distress in drivers. This can lead them to drive in an aggressive state. Particularly in situations where traffic is congested, and road conditions are not ideal.