Truck Accidents
In the last two decades, the number of truck accidents in the United States has increased by an alarming 20%. Although studies show that large trucks are only responsible for about 3% of injury-causing vehicular accidents, these truck accidents tend to result in greater injuries because of the tremendous size of 18-wheelers, big rigs, tractor-trailers, and other forms of trucks. Truck accidents do not just result in multiple injuries, but even fatalities.
Truck Accident Causes
Truck accidents can be caused by one individual, or can also be caused by multiple parties. Oftentimes, the parties responsible for a truck accident victim’s injuries include the truck driver, the trucking company or the owner of the truck, the manufacturer of the vehicle or its parts, or the loader or shipper of the truck’s cargo.
Examples of common truck accident causes are:
- Driver error or negligence
- Driver fatigue
- Defective parts
- Speeding
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Improper loading
- Improper truck maintenance
- Failure to follow service hours
- Inadequate driver training and licensing
- Poor weather conditions
- Poor road conditions
Truck Accident Injuries
If you file a claim against the negligent party or parties, you must prove that your injuries are a direct result of the truck accident, or exposure to the truck’s hazardous load. Truck accident injuries are often catastrophic, if not deadly. Among others, these injuries include:
- Broken bones
- Cuts or lacerations
- Burns
- Head and neck injuries
- Abdominal injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Amputation
- Decapitation
Contact Us
If you were involved in a Scranton truck accident, you may experience physical, financial, emotional and psychological difficulties. Not only will you be dealing with your injuries, but you’ll also be facing costly medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, property damage, mental anguish, as well as pain and suffering. A truck accident attorney may be able to help you recover damages for your injuries.
We know that you are more than just a truck accident statistic or claim number. At our law firm, our committed and experienced truck accident lawyers will work hard to protect your rights, and will help you obtain a fair and just settlement for your injuries.
