Often, accidents involving commercial trucks result in devastating injuries and damages. In 2021, an estimated 5,700 large trucks were involved in fatal collisions. The same year, over 117,300 large trucks were involved in crashes resulting in an injury. Are you dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident? When faced with such a painful and overwhelming situation, …
Truck collisions are an unfortunate reality, with thousands of truck collisions occurring each year. The aftermath of these incidents ranges from minor to catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Are you a truck accident victim seeking compensation for the harm and losses caused you? If so, you need a seasoned attorney by your side. The right truck accident lawyer will …
Every year, thousands of truck accidents occur and often result in severe injuries or death. In the aftermath of a truck accident, victims often find themselves grappling with a web of legal complexities. If you have been hurt or suffered a loss in a truck accident, you deserve a law firm with a solid track record of …
In 2021, truck accidents in Utah accounted for just 4.95 percent of all accidents, so they are comparatively rare. That year, there were a total of 61,406 accidents on Utah roads, with 3,041 of these crashes involving truck tractors and heavy trucks, making trucks the 5th-most common type of vehicle to be involved in collisions in Utah. Although semi-truck …
Commercial drivers form a significant component of the American economy. Without the efforts of dedicated truckers and other transportation personnel, consumers would not have access to a rich variety of goods and services. However, trucking and transportation can be taxing. Long hours, tight schedules, and rugged conditions create hazards for the workers and those who …
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 108,000 injury-related accidents involving semi-trucks and large buses occurred in 2020. That represented a 10% decline in these types of accidents compared to 2019. Meanwhile, there were an additional 327,000 trucking accidents that only led to property damage. Compared to 2019, that represented a 21% decline. These numbers …
The foundation of most personal injury claims is negligence, and truck accident cases can be particularly challenging. As the plaintiff or person filing an insurance claim, you are responsible for proving that the other party in your case is liable for the accident and your injuries. Not everyone needs legal assistance to prove negligence. However, …
In the aftermath of a truck accident, the victims often suffer substantial losses, including increasing medical bills, lost wages from missed work, and severe emotional distress. The first step in recovering your losses is determining who is liable for the accident. In a truck accident case, the question of liability can be significantly more complex …
A factor that makes truck accident cases unique from other auto accidents is the question of liability. An obvious assumption would be that the truck driver is at fault, but the trucking company may also bear some responsibility for the crash. In other cases, there may even be other potentially liable parties. To ensure you …
Accidents involving large commercial trucks can be incredibly devastating for individuals driving smaller passenger vehicles. Rear-end collisions and turning crashes are just a couple of examples of highly-damaging truck accidents that might occur on the road when negligence is in play. However, catastrophic incidents can also occur at truck stops. Truckers and travelers alike make …
Truck drivers’ responsibilities for safely handling their vehicles may seem straightforward, but there may be more to it than you imagine. When they neglect their duties, the results can be catastrophic for other drivers or non-motorists. Understanding the driver’s responsibilities is crucial if you’ve had a collision involving a tractor-trailer. A driver’s failure to perform …
Over half a million large truck crashes happen in the U.S. annually. Many of them produce injuries and fatalities. You may wonder if truck drivers are to blame for these accidents and if they have to pay damages. Siegfried & Jensen understands your concern, so we’ll tell you what you need to know about fault in …
Determining fault is the foundation of a personal injury negligence claim, and liability in a truck crash case is often more complex than other auto accident claims. The first determining who is liable is identifying the accident’s cause. If you have concerns about who is responsible for your accident and how you will recover the …
Trucks don’t make up a large percentage of the vehicles on U.S. roadways. In the fourth quarter of 2021, there were 284.3 million registered vehicles, compared to the 4.06 million large trucks registered. Semis also are involved in fewer crashes than passenger vehicles. However, the potential for severe injuries from a truck accident is high. If you were …
After being in a truck accident, victims are grateful they survived and overwhelmed by concerns over how to manage life with serious injuries. These feelings are understandable as the gravity of what occurred settles in after a traumatic event. Sadly, little time passes before insurance companies call injured victims, trying to coerce information from them …
