At the Law Offices of Paul E. Antill, in San Dimas, California, we help people dealing with all types of accidents. In our work with people in the trucking industry, we have built a large practice helping truckers deal with both personal injury claims made against them and personal injury claims that they themselves need to make. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation.
On our Accidents page, we go into our work in more detail. On this page, we go further into the legal aspects of trucking accidents. If you've been involved in a trucking accident, please read it carefully.
For a skilled lawyer who is knowledgeable about trucking accidents, from both the defendant and plaintiff sides, contact the Law Office of Paul F. Antill. We offer free initial consultations and we work on contingency, meaning that we don't get paid until we win you money. Call us at 888-LAW-5255 (888-529-5255) for help in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Orange County, San Diego County, or other areas of California.
Truck Accidents - An Overview
A traffic accident involving a large commercial truck, such as an 18-wheeler or semi truck, can have disastrous consequences. A typical fully loaded large commercial truck can weigh over 80,000 pounds, while an average passenger automobile weighs approximately 3,000 pounds. Because of the sheer size of trucks, any collision between a commercial truck and another vehicle is likely to result in serious, even fatal, injuries. If a truck carrying hazardous chemicals or flammable materials is involved in an accident, the resulting injuries may be even more severe. Secondary injuries, such as burns and respiratory injuries, attributable to the dangerous or toxic cargo can result.
If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a commercial truck, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries by bringing a legal claim against the responsible parties.
An experienced attorney can help determine whether you have a claim.
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What to Do if You Are Injured in a Truck Accident
A motor vehicle accident is a serious matter, particularly when it involves a commercial truck. If you or a family member was involved in a truck accident, regardless of whether or not you were injured, you may be wondering what you should do next.
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Overview of Federal Trucking Regulations
Those involved in the trucking industry must abide by numerous federal and state regulations. The federal regulations can be found in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (49 C.F.R. §§ 350-399). These regulations govern all vehicles engaged in interstate traffic. These regulations are extensive and can be confusing.
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Lawsuit Chronology
If you or a member of your family has been injured in an accident involving a commercial truck, you may be unsure of what your legal options are. You may never have been involved in a lawsuit before, and you may not know what to expect. The following information provides an overview as to how a civil suit normally proceeds.
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Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks such as 18-wheelers, semi trucks, tractor trailers and other large freight carriers tower over the small passenger vehicles they must share the road with. Especially on major highways and at higher speeds, seemingly insignificant driving errors that may occur without consequence where small vehicles are concerned can result in catastrophe when a large truck is involved. If you have been involved in an accident with a commercial truck, determining the cause of the accident may be difficult.
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