Collisions with large trucks can result in some of the most serious and debilitating injuries of any type of motor vehicle crash. Recovering from those injuries can be extremely time-consuming and expensive, especially when you can’t work, and the bills are piling up. However, when those injuries are due to the negligence of the truck driver or freight company that operates the vehicle, you have the right to be made whole.
Suzuki Law Offices has decades of combined legal experience with every attorney on our team, having worked as prosecutors at both the state and federal levels.
You need a reliable and highly effective Globe truck accident lawyer when you have suffered injuries so you can focus on healing while we handle the legalities. Connect with a Globe personal injury lawyer today to protect your rights and maximize the compensation you deserve.
Laws Impacting Your Globe Truck Accident Claim
Whether you are working at the state or federal level, the judicial system is notoriously complex and requires quick thinking and deep knowledge to navigate efficiently and successfully. With experience on either side of a courtroom, your truck accident lawyer in Globe has the abilities and resources to pursue the best possible outcome for your case.
The details of every case will be different, but some protocols and rules of the court must be followed to find the results you need to rebuild your life.
Statute of Limitations
When pursuing a lawsuit against the liable party that caused your truck accident and subsequent injuries, you do not have unlimited time to file it. Under ARS §12-542, you have only two years to file your lawsuit. Otherwise, you may miss out on your opportunity for compensation. Certain exceptions exist but will only apply in very specific circumstances.
Elements of Negligence
To prove the elements of negligence and assign liability in a personal injury case, your Globe truck accident attorney will need to show that the responsible party violated them. Outlined by Hofstra Law Review, your legal advocate can help you understand these elements and how the liable party broke them. By conducting an extensive investigation, we will show how the truck driver’s negligence directly resulted in your injuries.
Pure Comparative Negligence
Under Arizona’s ARS §12-2505, if you share the liability for the accident, you may still be able to pursue compensation, but it will be reduced in proportion to the amount of blame you carry.
It is a common tactic of the defense to suggest that you at least partly share blame for the accident to reduce their financial responsibility. We will do everything possible to prove that you did not contribute to the collision.
Injuries Suffered in a Truck Accident can be Severe
With the additional size and weight that many commercial trucks carry, collisions with them can be devastating. The violence and chaos of a truck accident can result in injuries of various types and severity. Suzuki Law Offices has represented clients with widely ranging injuries that have included:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Extreme loss of blood
- Head and brain injuries
- Whiplash and neck injuries
- Crushing injuries
- Broken bones
- Amputations
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Burns from hot engine parts or dangerous chemicals
- Severe lacerations and puncture wounds
- Infections
- Dental and facial injuries
Every motor vehicle collision can result in injuries that may require the skills and experience of an attorney. Crashes with large trucks and other commercial vehicles can bring even worse injuries because of their increased size and weight.
Your truck accident attorney in Globe will work exhaustively and with the compassion and respect you need while recovering from such a traumatic event.
Different Types and Causes of Truck Accidents
According to the Arizona Department of Transportation’s (ADOT) Motor Vehicle Crash Facts, among all types of large trucks, there were more than 3,100 truck accidents throughout the state in 2022.
Drivers of these vehicles should be taking additional care to avoid collisions with other motorists because of the size of the vehicles they control. Some of the reasons for and types of collisions our clients have reported include:
- Jackknife accidents
- Blind spot accidents
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Left turn accidents
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Violating traffic laws
- Drowsy driving
- Unsecured loads
- Overloaded trucks
- Ignoring dangerous weather conditions
- Failure to take additional care in dangerous road conditions
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), drivers who hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) are held to a higher standard than the average motorist. When these drivers violate those standards and cause accidents, other motorists like you suffer the fallout of their negligence.
Multiple parties may even share blame for your injuries, and your Globe car accident attorney will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your accident to determine if the driver is at fault, the company that operates the vehicle, or even the mechanics responsible for maintaining the truck.
Actions to Take After a Truck Accident
Collisions with large trucks and commercial vehicles can create chaotic and dangerous accident scenes. While you may be dazed or even unconscious after a collision with a truck, if you can follow a few basic steps, it can assist your truck accident lawyer in building the strongest possible case. The steps you can take to help maximize your compensation include:
- Contact 911 and request EMTs and police officers
- Move your vehicle to the side of the road and away from traffic if possible
- Check on the status of your passengers if you have any
- Begin collecting evidence by taking video or pictures of injuries or property damage
- Request the contact information of any involved drivers and possible witnesses
- Take note of any homes, businesses, or traffic devices that could have cameras that might have caught footage of the collision
- Call your Globe truck accident lawyer with Suzuki Law Offices. They may be able to meet you at the site, the hospital, or even via video conferencing
The overwhelming nature and trauma of any motor vehicle accident can be extremely difficult to work through right after it happens. Keeping your wits about you during the immediate aftermath of the crash can make all the difference in building a powerful case.
Our law firm could be your best opportunity to get the compensation you will need to pay your medical bills, cover costs you incurred while you were recovering, and move forward with your life.
Speak with Suzuki Law Offices and Discover How We Could Help Your Case
A truck accident can leave you injured, terrified, and confused about what the future may hold for you moving forward. You are going to need legal representation that prioritizes you and keeps you up to date on every aspect of your case while you focus on healing. We know just how difficult and frustrating this process can be.
Suzuki Law Offices will treat you with dignity and compassion so you can be confident in your choice of legal counsel. Your Globe truck accident attorney will work tirelessly to investigate the cause of your crash, determine all parties that were involved, and prove that those parties’ negligence resulted in your devastating injuries.
Connect with our legal team now by completing our secure contact form or calling our offices to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation as soon as today.
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