Truck Accident Attorney
Representing Truck Accident Victims Nationwide
Injured in a truck accident? Protect your right to financial compensation before it's too late.
Because of the sheer size and weight of large trucks, such as 18-wheelers and tractor-trailers, any collision between a commercial truck and a passenger car is likely to result in catastrophic injuries and major property damage for those in the smaller vehicle. While the truck driver usually walks away with little or no injury, the driver and other occupants of the passenger car may suffer traumatic injuries. At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we believe in holding the responsible parties accountable for these accidents, whether it is the semi truck driver and/or the trucking company. We believe that victims should be compensated for the injuries they have experienced.
Our injury lawyers have an extensive record of obtaining successful jury verdicts and settlements for those injured in truck accidents across the country, including many multi-million dollar recoveries. If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident, let us put our skills and experience to work for you. Contact a truck accident attorney at (888) 436-7449 for a free, confidential consultation. We have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for the injured and are standing by to see how we can help with your claim.
Alarming Statistics
Trucking companies are in business to make money, and that means getting shipments delivered on time. They typically place a high priority on speed, not safety, and that can expose helpless motorists on the road to the risk of becoming victims of a big rig accident.
Recent semi truck accident statistics show that 12% of all traffic-related deaths and 4% of all traffic-related injuries involve 18-wheelers or tractor-trailers. These statistics also show who usually absorbs the brunt of the impact in these collisions: 77% of those injured and 86% of those killed are the drivers of small, non-commercial vehicles.
These statistics paint a fairly grim picture for victims of collisions with large commercial trucks. Matters may be made all the more difficult when faced with deceptive or outright illegal practices by trucking companies and the insurance companies that handle their claims. With a truck accident lawyer from our firm on your side, you can rest assured that we will fight tirelessly to protect your right to financial compensation. We will seek the highest possible settlement or verdict on your behalf because we recognize what a difference this can make in your ability to rebuild and move on with your life.
The Trouble with Trucking
There can be many causes for truck accidents. Sometimes, trucking companies hire drivers without first conducting a drug test or checking driving and police records, which leads to these drivers getting behind the wheels of big rigs despite having a history of drug and alcohol problems or past DUI arrests. Other times, the drivers are hired without the trucking company providing them with adequate training on proper driving technique or safety concerns.
Even a truck driver with a clean record and proper training can still experience trouble on the road due to his strenuous workload and the pressure of making a delivery deadline. Some of the most common reasons for accidents involving 18-wheelers and tractor-trailers are:
- Driving drowsy
- Excessive speeding
- Driving too fast for road, weather or traffic conditions
- Aggressive driving
- Improper truck maintenance
- Improperly secured loads or spilled loads
Unfortunately, the trucking companies will most always side with their truck drivers and blame the victims of these accidents even when it's clear that the cause was truck driver negligence. However, an experienced and dedicated commercial truck accident lawyer can filter through the facts and make sure the responsibility falls where it should.
Helping Those Injured in Semi Truck, 18-Wheeler & Big Rig Accidents
Every day, tragedies involving semi trucks and big rigs occur on our roads that could have been prevented. Even with strict regulations on hiring practices and acceptable work hours for commercial truck drivers, trucking companies continue to ignore them and instead focus on their profits.
If you or a loved one has been affected in a semi truck accident, you need the help of a highly skilled attorney to make sure you receive the care and compensation you deserve.
The law firm of Arnold & Itkin LLP handles personal injury and wrongful death claims for truck accident victims across the United States. We welcome the opportunity to apply our years of experience, skill and demonstrated ability to produce real results for you. We have successfully handled complex cases involving speeding, driver error, aggressive driving, equipment failure, negligent maintenance and issues of corporate responsibility in commercial vehicle accidents of all types.
With hard work and dedication, we have secured many successful verdicts and settlements for commercial truck accident injury victims and their families, including several that have resulted in multi-million dollar recoveries. We have taken on some of the biggest trucking companies and commercial transportation operations in the United States and are ready to see how we can secure the results you deserve.
Contact a Truck Accident Lawyer
If you were injured or lost a loved one in a trucking accident, immediate investigation and concerted legal action may be necessary to protect your right to maximum financial recovery. Our firm offers a free initial consultation to discuss the circumstances surrounding your claim. We will be happy to answer your questions and review the matter to determine how we can seek justice on your behalf.
Contact a truck accident attorney today – we are prepared to fight for you.