Trucks on the highway are a fact of life in our consumer society; they deliver the goods that keep the economy going. But they can be lethal giants on the road. One out of every nine vehicle fatalities involves a truck. Trucking accidents injure or kill more automobile drivers than any other single cause: nearly 80% of automobile drivers suffer injury or death in trucking accidents compared to only 15% of truck drivers.
Staggering, yes, and outrageous when you consider that the trucking industry wants to weaken existing truck safety rules. Violations of current regulations are wreaking havoc on our roadways and currently the only effective recourse is to bring the truck companies and truck drivers into compliance with existing regulations through targeted litigation.
If you’ve been injured in a trucking accident, protect your legal rights by contacting Perey Law Group, PLLC today. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
Causes of Trucking Accidents
Accidents happen everyday and for countless reasons. When it comes to trucking accidents, some of the more common causes include:
· Driver error – fatigue and drowsiness from long shifts; cell phone use, eating, or drinking while driving; tailgating; driving too fast, recklessly or aggressively, alcohol or drug intoxication
· Mechanical problems – brake failure; tire shredding and blow-outs; trailer disconnect; failure of running lights, turn signals, headlights, or tail lights
· Road hazards – poor visibility; changing weather conditions; road defects; traffic conditions
· Truck maneuverability – jackknifing; failure to install blind spot mirrors
· Industry issues – unrealistic delivery schedules; poor fleet maintenance
Trucking Accidents and Personal Injury Law
When 10,000 pounds or more of a big-rig truck slams into a passenger vehicle, the results can be catastrophic. If you or a loved one has been involved in a trucking accident, you may be entitled to compensation to recover your lost income, medical costs, and emotional and physical pain and suffering. However, it is important to act quickly as there are statutes of limitation for filing your claim in most states
Legal Help
Trucking accident litigation is complex because truck companies perform their own investigations immediately after the accident. In fact, these investigators have been known to alter evidence to benefit the trucking company and reduce your chances of compensation.
At the Perey Law Group, PLLC our lawyers are experienced in obtaining results from truck injury lawsuits. Contact us today and we can begin a thorough investigation into the circumstances of your case and help you receive the justice and compensation you deserve.
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Perey Law Group, PLLC
1606 8th Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 443-7600
Fax: (206) 443-4785