TWere you injured in a truck accident? In California, hundreds of people lose their lives in accidents involving large trucks and thousands more are injured. If you have ever driven on Fresno roads, freeways, and highways, you have likely observed many trucks at all times of the day or night. Some of the trucks are only driven locally, while others are driven across states for many hours. Unfortunately, truck accidents are common occurrences. Truck drivers often struggle to avoid hazards, and it can be life-threatening to brake suddenly. Because of the size of trailers, even a minor accident can result in serious injuries. If you were injured in a truck accident, you must contact a law firm with experience handling truck accident injury claims. If you suffered injuries, you were likely left with a mountain of medical bills and unable to work to pay your bills. If your loved one lost his or her life, you were likely left with unbearable funeral and burial expenses along with medical bills. Do not hesitate to speak to an attorney. You have rights as a victim of a truck accident, and you must exercise your right to compensation.
Normandie Law Firm is a Fresno law firm dedicated to helping all victims of truck accidents. Truck accidents can result in critical injuries and often lead to death. If you were injured in a truck accident, do not hesitate to contact our law firm. Our attorneys have the experience necessary to handle your claim and help you recover the compensation you deserve. Our attorneys have spent many years handling all types of auto accidents—including those with trucks. If you are interested in filing a claim or receiving information about your legal situation, you must immediately contact our law firm and speak to our attorneys. After reading the sections below, you should have a general understanding of your legal situation. However, you should still speak to our attorneys. The sections below cannot and should not be used as substitutes for a thorough discussion with our experienced Fresno attorneys.
Causes of Truck Accidents
What are some common causes of truck accidents? One of the most common causes of truck accidents involves the long hours that truck drivers are forced to work. However, there are many other causes of truck accidents. Some of those causes are listed below:
- Driving exhausted or sleep-deprived—many truck drivers have been driving for many hours when they are involved in accidents. They are deprived of sleep and break periods. Although many regulations establish the driving limits for truck drivers, drivers often ignore these laws.
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol—truck drivers sometimes abuse drugs or alcohol while they are driving. They also take prescription medication that could affect their driving capabilities.
- Failing to load the truck correctly—failing to load the truck properly can result in cargo falling onto roads and causing accidents.
- Failing to inspect the truck—routine truck inspections allow drivers to identify potential problems before causing an accident. If there is a failure to inspect the truck, the truck might have sudden mechanical errors on the road.
- Failing to make repairs to the truck—if mechanical issues are identified in the truck, failing to make appropriate repairs before an accident occurs.
- Company negligence in hiring or training—the trucking company might negligently hire drivers without giving them the proper training or checking their background for medical conditions or substance abuse.
If you were injured in a truck accident, you must immediately speak to an attorney in Fresno. No matter
What to Do After a Truck Accident
What should you do after a truck accident? Ensuring that you take the proper action immediately after your truck accident can increase the likelihood of filing a successful claim. The first thing you should do is call the police and seek medical attention. The police should file an accident report. The accident report will contain essential information about the details of the accident. When you seek medical attention, your injuries are directly connected to the accident. Seeking medical attention also begins a record of your treatment and medical bills—information that will be vital when you file your claim. You should gather the information of all drivers involved in the accident; you will need their names, license numbers, license plate numbers, and insurance information. You should also collect witness information for later reference. You will then need to contact your insurance company to file the accident report. After you have done everything mentioned above, you should speak to a Fresno attorney with experience in truck accidents. The attorneys at Normandie Law Firm can guide you through the process of filing a truck accident claim.
Compensation Available for Your Claim
Is compensation for truck accident victims available? Would you be eligible to receive compensation if you were injured in a truck accident? Below, you will find some of the categories of compensation that might apply to your claim:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Funeral and burial costs
- Punitive damages
Before you assume that you might be eligible to receive every category of compensation listed above, you must speak to a truck accident attorney in Fresno. A consultation with one of our attorneys will reveal the different types of compensation you will likely receive based on the details of your claim. Our attorneys will also give you an estimated value of your claim. When you choose our attorneys to handle your claim, you can be certain that our attorneys will fight to recover the maximum amount of compensation available for your claim.
Normandie Law Firm
How often do you see trucks on roads? In major cities like Fresno, it is likely that you will see trucks on the road at all times—day or night. Unfortunately, it is also common to see trucks involved in accidents. Trucks weigh an average of 80,000 pounds; they are often loaded with additional weight, and drivers can have difficulties making quick maneuvers or stops to avoid an accident. Because of their size, trucks often cause deadly accidents. If you were injured in a truck accident, you can file a claim and recover compensation. If your loved one lost his or her life in a truck accident, you can also file a claim and recover compensation for his or her wrongful death. If you are interested in filing a claim—regardless of the situation of your accident—you must contact Normandie Law Firm and speak to our Fresno truck accident attorneys as soon as possible.
Many people hesitate to contact a truck accident lawyer in Fresno because they fear the legal fees commonly associated with filing a claim. Our law firm is focused on making our legal services accessible to all victims of truck accidents. We offer free consultations and free second opinions to every victim interested in speaking to our experienced Fresno lawyers. During our free consultations, our California truck accident attorneys are available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns. Our experienced attorneys will give you all the information you need to file a truck accident lawsuit. If you have already started your claim with an attorney at another law firm, you might be interested in a free second opinion. During our free second opinions, our experienced lawyers will review your case and clarify all the confusion created by your incompetent attorney. Many attorneys do not prioritize their clients and providing them with exceptional legal services. Instead, they rush through cases and clients, while providing substandard legal assistance. When you speak with our attorneys, you can be certain that you will be speaking to attorneys that care for you and the success of your claim. Our attorneys will never rush through your case; they will never overlook or neglect any aspect of your claim. Whether you are starting your claim or need help getting your claim back on the right track, a Fresno lawyer at our law firm can help you.
Our free consultations and free second opinions have allowed many victims of truck accidents to come forward and take action against the parties responsible for their injuries. Our free legal services are available through our Zero-Fee guarantee; our guarantee ensures that our clients never have to worry about paying any legal fees for any of our legal services. Our Fresno law firm is also strictly based on liability; you will only be required to pay legal fees after our attorneys win your claim. If you do not win, you will not need to pay. Contact our law firm today to begin working towards recovering the compensation you deserve.
