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If you’ve been hurt in a trucking accident, contact The May Firm to schedule a free consultation with some of the most experienced truck accident lawyers in California.
Our California personal injury lawyers have seven offices throughout California. Our team of experienced trucking accident lawyers has the legal experience and knowledge to confidently navigate the settlement and claim process.
We are committed to holding the negligent party and their insurance company accountable for the personal property damage, physical injuries, and pain and suffering that they caused you.
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Truck accident litigation is complicated. That’s why you should choose experienced and award-winning legal representation to be on your side. May Firm Renewal offers free case evaluations with no obligation. i If you choose to work with us our legal fees are incorporated into your settlement total, meaning our help comes at no out-of-pocket cost to you.
We only get paid if we secure financial compensation for you and your family. If we fail in our mission, you won’t receive a bill from us.
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Damages for Truck Accidents in California
Every truck accident case has value. The exact amount your case is worth depends on many factors, such as:
- The extent of your injuries
- Whether you missed work (and lost income)
- If you need ongoing or long-term medical care
- The nature of expenses you’ve incurred thanks to an accident
Our head-on truck accident lawyers will fully explore all of your losses to ensure you are properly compensated for the trucking accident.
We know truck accidents are complicated, and each case is different. We take great care and pride in getting the facts straight so we can best represent you.
At The May Firm, our motto is “Let our family help your family.”
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Our Highly Rated Truck Accident Attorneys Know What to Do
It is very important to hire a personal injury attorney in California with experience in handling serious trucking accident cases. Here are a few things that we’ll take into consideration when handling your truck accident claim:
- The road layout and design matters. Our attorneys will perform a detailed site inspection immediately to better understand the scene and gather evidence such as debris and tire marks.
- The quality of evidence is imperative. We often employ accident reconstruction experts and/or roadway design experts to ensure we have high-quality, authoritative evidence to support your case.
- GPS and Blackbox data are critical. Blackbox data will show what driving inputs were applied by the operator (the truck driver) prior to the impact.
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Types of Truck Accidents in California that we Handle
Truck accidents are not all the same. Often, the type of accident and scale of damage depends on the make and type of truck involved. Plus, different drivers may be subject to different types of licensing requirements, which can make things complicated.
With so many different types of truck on the road, it can be hard to identify the one that caused your accident. But that’s OK. Personal injury attorneys at The May Firm have experience identifying different kinds of trucks, and we know experts who can help.
At May Firm Renewal, we’ll invest all our resources into helping you push back against the low-ball settlements all-to-often offered by insurance companies.
Contact our award-winning trucking accident attorneys in California 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Truck Accident Injuries
Just as no two truck accidents are the same, neither are the injuries they cause. However, truck accidents often cause more severe injuries than car crashes due to the size of the vehicles involved.
Serious truck accident injuries include:
- Broken bones and fractures
- Head trauma
- Internal bleeding
- Neck damage
- Paralysis
- Spinal cord damage
The most severe truck accidents can cause death. Our truck accident lawyers can help if you’ve lost a loved one in a road crash.
- 18-Wheeler
- Big Rig
- Commercial Bus
- Cargo Trucks
- Concrete Trucks
- Construction Trucks
- Coal Trucks
- Delivery Vans
- Fuel Trucks
- Garbage Trucks
- Logging Trucks
- Moving Vans
- Semi-Trucks
- Steel Trucks
- Tanker Trucks
- Tow Trucks
- Tractor Trailer
- Fire Trucks
- Ambulance & EMS Trucks
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Trucking Accident Information and Statistics
- In 2013 there were 30,057 fatal crashes on the nation’s roadways; 3,806 (12.7%) of these accidents involved at least one large truck or bus, according to theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
- In addition, there were an estimated 5,657,000 nonfatal crashes, 385,000 (6.8%) of which involved at least one large truck or bus.
- According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there were 3,622 fatal accidents involving trucks in 2015. In 2017 there were 4,237 fatal truck accidents. This is an increase of 615 fatal truck wrecks in just two years!
- According to the most recent statistics fromFederal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) (FMCSA), there were 107,000 large trucks involved in accidents causing injury in 2020.
- A worrying 4,842 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes across the US, according to theNational Safety Council (NSC).
Unfortunately, trucking accidents are all too commonplace. If you’re dealing with the aftermath of a trucking accident, The May Law Firm wants to hear from you.
““If you or a loved one has been injured following a truck accident, just know we are here to help. The process of talking to a lawyer isn’t scary or intimidating. You focus on getting better; we’ll handle the rest.””
Establishing Fault for Truck Accident Injuries
Truck accidents are inherently complex. Often, more than one party is at fault. Below, we’ll review other parties you might be able to hold responsible:
- The trucking company: The truck may have another owner or be owned by a company. The driver’s insurance may also be covered by that company. In this case, their legal team may handle the details of the collision.
- The truck manufacturer: A mechanical failure of the truck may shift accountability to the manufacturer of the vehicle. One of the most common malfunctions is the air brakes in a commercial truck.
- The shipping company: The company that paid to have the trucker on the road may pursue legal action if a deadline is missed.
- The loading company: If a crash was caused by loose cargo falling from a vehicle, the truck loading company may be held to some percentage of liability.
- Other drivers and pedestrians: There may have been additional people who contributed to the cause of accident, such as other drivers and their passengers as well as pedestrians.
Each involved party will have backing from their own insurance company who are incentivized to secure the smallest settlement possible. They’ll likely also have their own legal representation. us.
The May Firm will act as your liaison with these companies and fight to get you an appropriate settlement amount. We’ll deal with other parties’ insurance companies directly and hold them accountable. Call to arrange a free consultation with an experienced truck accident law firm in California and get the compensation you deserve.
What to do After a Trucking Accident in California?
The moments after a crash are often more dangerous than first impact. Large vehicle collisions can obstruct the roadway, making bystanders and survivors less visible to other vehicles passing by. Blind spots and bad weather conditions can add to existing hazards.
Stay calm after an accident, and do not attempt to move an injured person unless they are able to move themselves, or you may exacerbate their injuries.. If possible, wait for help to arrive at a safe distance from the accident. Call 911 as soon as possible.
As much as you may be tempted to, do not say things that could be used in court to establish your fault for the accident. We all want to say sorry after an accident, but saying the wrong thing could cause you to be held liable for a truck accident that you didn’t cause.
Do not apologize or admit fault – call a truck accident attorney for advice instead.
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FACTORS THAT CAN CAUSE A TRUCK ACCIDENT
Negligence and reckless actions are often at the heart of a trucking accident in California. Accidents are often caused by complacent truck drivers’ negligence.
Other common accident causes include:
- Poor Road Conditions
- Blind Spot
- Distracted Driving
- Impaired Driving
- Failure to Yield
- Fatigued Driving
- Improper Reversing
- Improper Passing
- Oversized Loads
- Poor Route Planning
- Poorly Screened Drivers
- Speeding
- Load Spillage
- Tailgating
- Unrealistic Schedules
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