The BTS reported 13,479,382 registered trucks in the United States in 2020. Every day, thousands of these trucks travel across the states of the United States delivering goods and other items. Many weigh more than 80,000 pounds (40 tons), thus collisions with cars weighing 3,000 pounds or less can be fatal.

Commercial truck collisions with passenger vehicles usually result in fatalities. These are typically intricate accidents involving numerous participants and insurance companies.

Accidents involving semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, rental trucks, and dump trucks typically result in more damage. Truck accidents can occur for a variety of reasons, therefore every situation is different. Therefore, as soon as possible after your accident, you should consult with a knowledgeable truck accident attorney.

For forty years, the catastrophic injury lawyers at Nix Patterson have assisted victims of truck accidents in receiving compensation. Our attorneys have witnessed the devastation that these tragedies may cause to victims and their families. We'll work hard to get you the best compensation possible for your costs and any additional needs.

Causes of Truck Accidents

5,005 people were killed in large truck crashes in 2019. Of the other car occupants involved in these truck collisions, 71% (3,544) died. Injuries from large truck accidents totaled almost 159,000 people that year.

Following an analysis of hundreds of truck accident reasons, the FMCSA published a study. The FMCSA stated that most big truck accidents were caused by brake problems and delays in traffic flow.

Truck accidents can also be caused by fatigued drivers, distracted driving (such as texting and driving), and alcohol and drug usage.

• Problems with the roads • Driving carelessly; inexperience; improperly loading freight; speeding; inadequate maintenance and training; aggressive driving

You can work with a skilled truck accident attorney to identify the cause of your collision. An attorney can use phone records and car black box data to look into the accident's cause while you and your family heal.

What to Do Following a Truck Accident

If there is a crash, do the following:

Call the police; seek medical assistance; gather information (names, addresses, license numbers) from all parties; take pictures and document the incident; note eyewitness contact details; refuse to accept blame; retain the services of a truck collision attorney.

After contacting the authorities and receiving medical attention, you can always call us for assistance.

The Days Following a Vehicle Collision

Your claim may be harmed by the way you behave in the days and weeks following an accident. We'll help you accomplish this when you call:

Get a police crash report; get your car valued; keep track of all medical appointments, out-of-pocket costs, and missed workdays; and Record your thoughts and experiences—such as panic episodes or sleep disturbances—in a journal. Refrain from contacting the insurance companies of other drivers and from talking about the incident on social media. Prior to accepting any offer, speak with a truck accident attorney.

What sets truck accidents apart from auto collisions?

Car crashes are not like commercial truck crashes. Trucks are subject to stricter state and federal rules and weigh twenty times more than passenger automobiles. Under hours of service rules, truck drivers who transport property can drive for 11 hours after 10 hours of rest. This regulation forbids intoxicated drivers from operating potentially fatal trucks on public roads.

Additional distinctions among these incidents:

• Serious injuries are sustained in truck accidents. Higher insurance coverage is available for the commercial trucking business. Various parties, such as owners, operators, manufacturers of parts, maintenance personnel, and drivers, may be held liable. Potentially higher damages.

Lawyers for Truck Accidents: How Can They Help?

Every truck mishap is distinct. For this reason, you need a skilled semi-truck accident attorney to put together a compelling case for the jury or insurance company. A knowledgeable truck accident law firm will conduct an investigation and compile evidence, including witness testimonies, police reports, black box data, expert testimony, and scene images.

• Compile bills and medical records to track for lost items.

• Employ experts in medicine to evaluate your future medical demands.

• Ascertain who is in charge of your car accident.

• Write demand letters to the insurance of the party who is at fault.

• Make negotiations on your behalf with insurance companies.

• Bring legal action while keeping the door open for settlement talks.

• If needed, proceed with a trial in this matter.

At Nix Patterson, our lawyers can take care of this and cover all costs. When we process the documentation for your case, we'll keep you informed.

How Much Compensation Do I Receive for a Truck Wreck?

Although complete compensation is rarely guaranteed, truck accidents typically result in more damage than passenger car accidents. You can be entitled to both economic and non-economic damages, such as ongoing medical expenses and surgical costs, if you or a loved one suffered injuries in a trucking accident as a result of someone else's negligence.

• Wrongful death benefits; pain and suffering; consortium loss; mental anguish; lost earnings and earning potential; disfigurement and permanent scarring;

It is possible to obtain punitive damages in certain circumstances. In the event that the court determines deliberate or egregious negligence, the defendant is penalized with these damages.

Employ a Skilled Lawyer for Truck Accidents

People can be killed or seriously injured in truck accidents, thus you can be entitled to damages. Don't shoulder an accident's financial, psychological, and bodily costs by yourself. A skilled personal injury lawyer can assess your truck accident case, create a plan, and attempt to settle through negotiation.

Nix Patterson is about to arrive. Your rights will be upheld by our attorneys. Discuss your vehicle accident with us right now. First consultation is free. Only when we succeed do we get compensated.