Trucking Accident

When you or your loved one is in an accident involving a truck, especially a large truck or long-haul and heavy equipment moving truck, your case will involve special attention. You will need an experienced attorney to handle your claim, as detailed investigations must be completed to properly protect the client and prove the client’s claims.

Trucking accidents often involve commercial vehicles and issues regarding subcontracting or employment of drivers, proper permits and CDL licenses, route approvals, proper rest times, weight limits and other details that must be thoroughly investigated. When a truck driver negligently operates a vehicle in the course and scope of his employment or as an agent for a trucking company or other employer, there is a claim not only against the negligent driver, but also the employer. Many companies are involved in interstate trucking operations and the employer may or may not be a business incorporated in this state. Further, interstate trucking is governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Injuries sustained in trucking accidents can range from minor to horrific with catastrophic injuries or injuries resulting in death. There are many different reasons that accidents involving large trucks may occur. They can be caused by long work shifts, driver fatigue, use of a mobile phone, speeding, unsafe drivers, jack knifing, defective vehicle equipment, failure to have tires or other equipment in proper working condition and many other reasons. If you or your loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, you should contact an experienced attorney immediately so that your accident can properly be investigated and evidence is preserved.

For questions about these issues and to learn more about how to recover the maximum amount available for your trucking accident, you may call us for a free consultation and evaluation of your case. We represent individuals and families statewide in any city or county in the State of North Carolina.

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