Pay OnlineThe most frequent trucking accidents include rear-end collisions, jackknife accidents, rollover crashes, underride accidents, and blind spot incidents. Rear-end collisions often occur when trucks cannot stop fast enough due to their massive weight and longer braking distances. A jackknife happens when the trailer swings out from behind the cab, typically during sudden braking or on slippery roads.
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The injuries (and property damage) that arise out of truck accidents are usually severe due to the truck’s size and weight. If the accident occurs while a truck is going at high speeds, the injuries and property damage are often even worse.
If the truck accident that has left you catastrophically injured is due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve maximum compensation for your medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
At SAM LAW OFFICE, LLC, our truck accident attorney aggressively pursues personal injury claims on behalf of our clients. Please contact us today to set up a free initial consultation to discuss your situation and how we may be able to help you.
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Attorney Susan Marks will thoroughly investigate your accident and possibly enlist accident reconstruction specialists and other experts to ensure that all parties liable for the accident are held responsible. Many factors, including all types of truck driver errors, may contribute to a semi-truck crash and can result in many serious injuries, such as:
- Closed head injury
- Spinal cord injury and paralysis
- Crush injuries
- Burns, broken bones, and amputation
- Wrongful death
Although truck accidents often occur with cars, these accidents also occur with motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians. The injuries arising out of truck accident claims can be some of the most traumatic due to the lesser protection afforded to the victim.
Trucking Accidents Caused By Truck Driver Errors
To maintain the commercial driver’s license required to do their job, truck drivers must adhere to strict federal trucking laws and obey the rules of the road. Truckers are held to a higher standard than drivers in regular passenger vehicles, and for excellent reasons. Given the size and weight of semi-trucks and other large commercial trucks, accidents involving such vehicles are likely to cause serious or fatal injuries to other motorists.
Despite strict laws and regulations designed to prevent tractor-trailer accidents, these devastating crashes are still widespread. One reason for the many truck accidents is truck driver negligence. Examples of truck driver negligence and/or errors include:
- Fatigued driving
- Failing to secure the truck’s load properly
- Failing to thoroughly check equipment, including brakes, tires, and lights
- Violating weight restrictions for the road or vehicle
- Speeding, including over the posted limit or too fast for current conditions
- Failing to maintain a safe distance between vehicles
- Unsafe or aggressive driving
If you or someone you love has suffered injuries resulting from a truck driver’s error or carelessness, contact an experienced truck accident injury attorney at SAM LAW OFFICE, LLC. To schedule a free initial consultation, contact our law office. We are committed to seeking the full compensation you are entitled to receive.
Put Our Experience To Work For You
Tragically, many truck accidents cause severe or fatal injuries. Such cases must be handled with a high degree of competence and care. Attorney Susan A. Marks is a skilled and dedicated personal injury attorney who works hard to protect her clients’ rights.
Ms. Marks has represented clients who have sustained a wide range of injuries, including back and neck injuries, brain injuries, broken bones, amputations, disfigurement, spinal cord injuries, and other serious injuries. She has also successfully obtained compensation on behalf of family members in wrongful death claims.
Susan A. Marks believes strongly that every person has a right to a skilled and caring advocate. She vigorously pursues full compensation for her clients and works diligently to provide the personalized service and compassionate support her clients require. As a client of SAM LAW OFFICE, LLC, you will have a caring, skilled, and aggressive advocate on your side.
Contact A Compassionate And Hardworking Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have sustained a serious injury from a car-truck collision while driving in the Chicagoland area, including on Lake Cook Road, Rand Road (Route 12), Eisenhower, the Kennedy, Dan Ryan and Eden Expressways, or any of the major highways that crisscross our state, you need a law firm that couples care with solid representation. Contact our semi-truck injury lawyer at SAM LAW OFFICE, LLC, to schedule a free initial consultation by calling 847-255-9925.
FAQs About Trucking Accidents in Illinois
Are truck accident settlements worth more than regular car accidents?
Yes, truck accident settlements are typically higher than standard car accident settlements. This is because commercial trucks can cause more severe injuries and massive property damage due to their size and weight. Trucking companies also carry higher insurance coverage limits, often ranging from $750,000 to $1 million or more, compared to typical auto insurance policies.
Who can be held liable in a truck accident case?
Multiple parties may bear responsibility in trucking accidents. The truck driver can be liable for violations like speeding or driving under the influence. The trucking company may be found negligent for inadequate training, poor maintenance, or pushing drivers beyond legal limits. Additionally, cargo loading companies, truck manufacturers, or maintenance providers could face liability depending on the circumstances.
What are the signs that a truck driver was fatigued at the time of the accident?
Driver fatigue indicators include erratic driving patterns before the crash, logbook violations showing excessive driving hours, witness reports of the truck drifting between lanes, and evidence of the driver falling asleep at the wheel. Federal regulations limit truck drivers to certain hours, and violations of these rules often point to fatigue-related accidents.
How do I cope with losing a loved one in a trucking accident?
Losing someone in a trucking accident brings unimaginable grief and practical challenges. Consider joining support groups for accident survivors, seeking professional counseling, and allowing yourself time to process the loss. While no amount of money can replace your loved one, pursuing a wrongful death claim can give you some financial security and hold responsible parties accountable for their actions.
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