Sacramento Truck Accident Lawyers

Driver Inattention and Trucking Accidents in California

Truck accidents are a serious problem in Sacramento and throughout the nation.  In many truck accident cases, truck driver inattention, recklessness, and exhaustion are to blame for the accident.  In addition, aggressive driving, unrealistic scheduling, the failure to inspect and maintain the trucks, speeding and more cause truck driving accidents.  Both trucking companies and truck drivers have a reputation for irresponsible behavior.  The U.S. Department of Transportation conducted a study that found that 88% of truck accidents were caused by driver inattention, which is ten times more than any other cause. 

Motor vehicles are designed to encounter like-size vehicles, not trucks weighing 70,000 to 80,000 pounds.  Individuals driving motor vehicles or who are passengers in motor vehicles and who are involved in truck accidents often suffer catastrophic and fatal injuries.  It has been noted that 76% of fatalities that have occurred as a result of large trucking accidents, were those of individuals who were in motor vehicles.  Truck accidents can also often result in severe spinal cord injuries, paralysis, and traumatic brain injuries. 

Truck accidents can be quite devastating for those involved and many individuals and their families face enormous medical bills.  Truck drivers whose inattentiveness and recklessness cause accidents can be held liable for property damage sustained, pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills, and more.  If you have been injured in a truck accident, it is important to get the legal help you deserve.  You need to have a skilled Sacramento truck accident lawyer by your side.

As far as trucking companies are concerned, accidents are just part of doing business.   Therefore, they have attorneys, accident reconstruction specialists, and other representatives on hand at all times whose jobs it is to limit their legal liability.  It is important that individuals who are involved in trucking accidents do not admit fault, sign any waivers, or even speak directly with a trucking company’s representative without first consulting an experienced Sacramento truck accident attorney who will look out for their best interests.  At the Sacramento Truck Accident Law Firm, we can provide you with the help you need to ensure that your rights are protected and that you obtain the compensation you deserve.

Contact a Sacramento truck accident attorney regarding your claim and compensation!