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 …
A person is injured in a vehicle accident every 20 minutes in Utah. Some of the most serious accidents occur when semi-trucks and passenger vehicles collide. In many cases, a trucker or another party within the trucking industry failed to take necessary precautions to protect other drivers on roadways. The injuries people suffer as a result …
Truck accidents are unique among auto accident cases for multiple reasons. The question of liability can become complex, and the various types of truck accidents often result in devastating circumstances, including life-altering injuries and death. The first step in determining who is liable for a truck accident is identifying the type of collision. Most Common …
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, many questions and concerns will likely arise after the event. Perhaps, you don’t know where to turn to get the answers you need. This is frequently the case for truck crash victims who can’t work or even participate in daily life. You may be hospitalized or trying …
Truck companies that do not properly follow industry or state regulations can cause accidents when their drivers hit the roadways. Negligent trucking companies can hire unqualified drivers, improper truck maintenance, failure to inspect or make repairs, and not complying to federal regulations. These are reckless actions that can seriously affect drivers and passengers negatively, putting …
Although any car accident can be severe and devastating, accidents involving semi-trucks are often catastrophic. Semi-trucks can weigh ten times as much as other vehicles on the road. Most passenger vehicles do not stand a chance in accidents with semi-trucks due to their sheer size and weight. Unfortunately, many accidents involving semi-trucks are caused by …
Fully-loaded semi-trucks on the roadway can weigh over 80,000 pounds. Due to the size and weight of these vehicles, accidents involving them are often catastrophic and devastating. These types of collisions often result in victims suffering severe, life-altering injuries or, in the absolute worst cases, death. If you have been injured in an accident with …
Being involved in a truck accident is usually far different than being involved in an accident with another car. The fact that semi-trucks can weigh in excess of 80,000 pounds means collisions with them often result in significant injuries. A large number of auto accident lawsuits involving semi-trucks settle before trial. However, it is crucial for …
Laws that govern semi-truck accidents vary from those regarding other types of automobile accidents simply because of the size and capacity for the damage these vehicles present. When you add in factors like irresponsible drivers, lack of preparation, and failure to follow proper protocols, the capacity for damage is increased even more-so. The fact that …
Being involved in an auto accident is an overwhelming experience. The stress and injuries surrounding an accident are often amplified when the accident involves a semi-truck. The size and weight of these massive vehicles increase the likelihood of accident victims sustaining severe or fatal injuries during an accident. The laws governing semi-truck accidents vary significantly …
Being involved in a motor vehicle accident is terrifying. Individuals often suffer from mental and physical impairments in the aftermath of an accident. These injuries and damages can be truly devastating, especially when it comes to regaining your life back. At Siegfried & Jensen, we understand the complications individuals who are involved in motor vehicle …
Semi-truck accidents are often far more complicated than collisions that involve multiple passenger vehicles. Although semi-truck accidents can result in far more severe injuries and damages, these collisions are often more complicated because there are numerous parties who are potentially liable for causing the accident. Attorneys at Siegfried & Jensen are well-versed in Utah’s semi-truck …
