Despite our best efforts to drive safely and diligently obey traffic laws, we can still become victims of a crash caused by another’s negligence. In one of these collisions, injuries are often catastrophic and lead to lost wages, property damage, and a lengthy recovery time. The stress of this reality leads many victims to seek answers to the question,...
Continue ReadingIn 2021, approximately 5,700 trucks were involved in fatal accidents, and 117,300 were involved in accidents that resulted in injuries across the country. Truck accidents are common in California, given that the transportation logistics infrastructure accounts for one-third of the state’s economy. This includes 5,800 miles of high-volume commercial traffic on interstate and highways. With all this traffic, it...
Continue ReadingNearly 5,000 people passed away due to accidents involving large trucks in 2020. We understand that a truck accident can be disastrous for all involved. Financial compensation can help address some concerns as accident victims heal and work to put their lives back together. Our clients often ask us what California’s average semi-truck accident settlement is. While there is...
Continue ReadingYou may have suffered serious and life-threatening injuries if you’ve been injured in a California trucking accident. You may face long hospitalizations, lengthy rehabilitation, and a lifetime of disability. Sometimes, however, drivers are lucky enough to escape without grave injuries and can take a few steps to help them recover compensation later on. Knowing what to do after a...
Continue ReadingThe average passenger vehicle weighs between 3,000 and 6,000 pounds. A semi-truck with a trailer attached can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. As a result of this size difference, truck accidents can inflict devastating injuries on those involved. The National Safety Council (NSC) reported that 107,000 trucks were involved in injury accidents. In truck accidents,...
Continue ReadingA dump truck accident can completely upend a person’s life, causing injuries and fatalities. In 2019 alone, there were 402 fatal crashes involving dump trucks, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. We realize how stressful a collision can be and the pressure the resulting injuries can put on you. So feel free to contact our knowledgeable truck...
Continue ReadingTruck accidents happen more often than they should, bringing property damage, severe injury, and financial burden. After a truck accident, you may be wondering, How much is my truck accident worth? Fortunately, our California truck accident attorneys can help answer that question for you. What Makes Car Accidents and Truck Accidents Different? Many believe car and truck accidents are...
Continue ReadingThe immense devastation caused by a semi-truck accident can ruin a family’s life in an instant. A semi-truck accident victim or the surviving members of a person involved in a fatal semi-truck collision have a right to demand monetary compensation for their loss. Filing a legal claim against the truck driver, the trucking company, and any other entity liable...
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