From Interstate 5 West, there are dozens of business warehouses, industrial areas, commercial establishments, and hubs critical for commerce. With this comes the need for trucks. Delivery trucks, box trucks, and semi trucks are constantly on the roadways throughout the city, including W. Holly Street, Cornwall Avenue, and the Ellies Street area.
When you suffer an accident with one, seek legal help from Siegfried & Jensen. With our truck accident lawyer in Bellingham, you gain one-on-one support. Request a free case evaluation with a Bellingham personal injury lawyer now. We have recovered over $1.2 billion for our clients.
Why Truck Accidents Happen in Bellingham
Trucks can carry up to 80,000 pounds of cargo and travel at 60 or 70 miles per hour along routes like Interstate 5. They move through our communities at all hours of the day and night. When accidents happen, they are often the result of preventable causes. Some of the most common causes of truck accidents include:
- Fatigued driving: The federal government has specific hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers because it recognizes the significant risks associated with fatigued driving. Yet, this is one of the most common causes of accidents in our area.
- Distracted driving: The more things drivers engage in while driving, the greater the risk of a serious accident. This includes texting, eating, or adjusting GPS systems.
- Cargo accidents: Truck crashes can also happen when truck cargo becomes loose due to poor handling and management. This can cause trucks to jackknife.
- Inexperienced drivers: Proper training and knowledge of how to handle Washington’s ever-changing weather and hills are critical, but inexperience is a very common cause of these accidents.
- Mechanical failures: Often the result of poor maintenance and upkeep, mechanical failures are a common cause of truck accidents when tires fail, brakes give out, or engines break down.
In these and all other truck accidents, expect our truck crash lawyer in Bellingham to become your advocate. We will investigate what occurred, build a solid, evidence-based claim, and fight for fair treatment. With help from Siegfried & Jensen, you have a voice even against big companies and insurance companies.
For a free legal consultation with a truck accident lawyer serving Bellingham, call (801) 266-0999
How We Investigate Your Truck Crash Claim
Your truck accident is likely worth far more than just the medical bills you have. Our goal is to gather as much data as possible to show who is at fault and why. We then use this to seek compensation against all parties at fault. Examples of some of the ways we do this include:
- Gathering commercial data logs that document driver actions
- Using witness statements to determine what was happening before the accident
- Pulling medical records if there is concern about the driver’s fitness
- Seeking documentation that demonstrates proper maintenance and upkeep of the vehicle
- Gathering data that shows the driver’s hours of service
- Proving that cargo was or was not secured properly
In each of these cases, our objective is to always seek fair compensation for you, but to do so, we must understand the details of the accident. That means fully understanding whether the truck driver is solely responsible or whether other parties may bear some of the fault. That might include the trucking company, the cargo-loading company, the mechanics, or even the manufacturer of defective parts.
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Truck Accident Injuries Can Be Devastating
One of the most important reasons to work with Siegfried & Jensen is our passion for getting real results. We build your case by providing you with financial support for your current and future needs. If you have any of the following injuries, we strongly encourage you to seek legal support before you settle your case.
- Head injuries, including concussions, skull fractures, and other forms of traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries, including partial and complete loss of mobility, fractures, and nerve damage
- Complex fractures require a long recovery and surgery
- Disfigurement from scarring, burns, and amputations
- Soft tissue injuries, including whiplash
In each of these types of injuries, our legal team will investigate what your current and future losses are. Our medical experts will consider what type of future medical and supportive care you may need, as well as what permanent limitations you may face as a result of your accident. Do not settle your claim until you speak to our truck crash attorney in Bellingham for clear guidance.
Catastrophic Truck Injuries
Many victims of truck accidents face permanent injuries and debilitating conditions. That might include loss of mobility, hearing, and vision. Your life will not be the same, but your right to fair compensation is even higher.
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We Fight for Fair Damages
Our truck wreck lawyer in Bellingham knows your future is on the line. Throughout our careers, we have helped recover over $1.2 billion in verdicts and settlements for our clients. Some of the damages we commonly see in truck accidents in our area include:
- Medical expenses for current and future needs
- Ongoing care for physical and mental health needs
- Loss of wages if you missed work due to your injuries
- Property damage recovery for your vehicle or other assets
- Emotional trauma and mental anguish
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of consortium
Victims of truck accidents have the right to pursue legal action against those who caused them harm within the Washington three-year statute of limitations (RCW 4.16.080). We first work to settle your case out of court with the insurance company. If they are not being fair or refuse to settle your claim in a timely manner, our attorneys will bring a lawsuit against those at fault to pursue fair compensation, as is your right.
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Set Up a Free Consultation with a Truck Accident Attorney in Bellingham Now
Do not hesitate to contact Siegfried & Jensen for immediate help and guidance in your case. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys know how to get results for our clients.
When you hire our Bellingham truck accident lawyer, you pay us nothing up front. We only receive compensation from you if we win your case. There is nothing on the line if you lose. If you win your case, you can have peace of mind.
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