TRUCKING ACCIDENTS:
More serious and fatal than your typical
automobile crash is that of the tractor-trailer.
Often referred to as “Semi’s,” “Big Rig’s,” and
“18 Wheelers” these accidents require an
attention to detail and investigation above and
beyond the everyday fender bender. While these
vehicles are a major part of the supply network
that keeps American businesses running smoothly,
they are also extremely dangerous in the hands
of a careless operator. |
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| While most trucking
accidents occur at high speeds on the highway,
even low-speed impacts can have catastrophic
results. The difference in size, freight and
weight between standard automobiles and these
trucks is often a recipe for serious injury, if
not death. Studies show that 85% of those killed
in truck accidents are the occupants or
passengers of the smaller vehicle. After a
trucking accident it is important to act
immediately to protect you and your loved ones
unfortunately involved. |
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| Federal Guidelines and
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations require
tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles to
retain certain documents and accident
information following an incident involving
their trucks. Therefore investigators are often
on the accident scene within hours including
both local law enforcement and representatives
for the trucking company. It is imperative that
you call The Robinson Law Group at
1-877-LAW-CALVIN so we can secure and examine
all available information, documents and in
certain circumstances send our investigators out
to the scene of the accident on your behalf. |
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| While truck driver
error is a common cause of accidents, there are
other factors to consider. Unfortunately,
business profits and cutting overhead costs
often take precedence over highway safety.
Companies taking shortcuts can pose a serious
risk to drivers sharing the roads with these
massive trucks. Examples included malfunctioning
brakes, broken safety lights, wrongly inflated
and low tread on tires and drivers falling
asleep at the wheel. We understand the
complexity associated with these accidents and
The Robinson Law Group is dedicated to helping
victims of truck driving negligence obtain
justice. |
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| We have the financial
resources to take on the biggest insurance
companies with confidence. Our commitment to our
clients is to assure that they be fairly and
quickly compensated for their pain and
suffering, unpaid medical expenses and lost
wages. After your accident the trucking or
insurance representatives may attempt to contact
you, ask you to provide a recorded statement,
and minimize their liability. Do not discuss
your accident with them or anyone before calling
The Robinson Law Group for a FREE CONSULTATION
at 1-877-LAW-CALVIN. Our lawyers can help you
evaluate your claim, deal with the insurance
companies, secure experts to testify in your
case and litigate in court, if necessary. |
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| WHAT TO DO
AFTER A TRUCKING ACCIDENT: |
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Stop and assess
the situation. |
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Call 911 |
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If you are
physically able to, get as much
information from everyone at the
accident scene especially any witnesses.
At the very least write down the tag
numbers of the vehicles involved in the
accident. |
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Take pictures
of the damage to your vehicle and other
vehicles involved in the accident even
if only with a camera phone. |
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Only speak to
law enforcement regarding your accident. |
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Review the
police report and make sure all of the
information is accurate. |
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Do not provide
any statements or sign any documents for
insurance company representatives or
other adverse individuals prior to
contacting our law office. |
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Call The
Robinson Law Group at 1-877-LAW-CALVIN |
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