Murrieta Truck Accident Attorneys

Collisions between vehicles and large tractor-trailers can cause devastating injuries. Victims of truck accidents can face not only crippling, life-altering physical damage, but also financial stress due to mounting medical bills and lost wages. If you have been involved in a trucking accident in California, consider reaching out to Harris Personal Injury Lawyers for help. Our experienced truck accident lawyers will investigate your crash, gather evidence, and file a lawsuit on your behalf against the potentially liable parties. Give us a call at 1-800-GO-HARRIS to schedule a complimentary case review today.

Collisions with Commercial Vehicles

A different set of rules may apply to your case if your accident involved a commercial truck. This is because commercial vehicles are regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which imposes regulations on drivers and the companies that manage them. Evidence of failure to abide by these standards can form the basis of a negligence claim. Examples of commercial vehicles include:

• Semi-trucks/18-wheelers
• Truck-trailer combinations
• Flatbeds
• Livestock carriers
• Tankers
• Cement mixers
• Utility vehicles
• Box trucks
• Moving trucks
• Dump trucks
• Garbage trucks
• Hazardous materials (Hazmat) vehicles
• Passenger buses

Our Murrieta truck accident attorneys are well-versed in FMCSA regulations and know how to investigate commercial truck accidents. We are positioned to determine whether any of these laws were violated at the time of the crash.

Common Causes of Trucking Accidents

At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, our truck accident attorneys have handled claims arising from all types of careless and reckless conduct by truck drivers, motor carriers, maintenance providers, and manufacturers. Through an in-depth investigation into the crash that caused you harm, we may uncover evidence of:

• Driver fatigue
• Alcohol or drug impairment
• Speeding
• Unsafe lane changing
• Distracted driving
• Deferred truck maintenance
• Wide turns
• Unsecured cargo loads

What Can I Do to Protect My Claim Once I’ve Been Injured in A Truck Accident?

As a victim, you will need to work hard to preserve your claim in order to rebut any pushback you may face from an insurance company or adverse party. Your attorney may advise you to do the following to protect your claim:

• Seek treatment for your injuries.The insurance claims adjuster will want to know whether you have done your part to address your injuries and heal. In legal terms, this is known as “mitigation of damages.” You have a duty to mitigate your damages and as such, delaying medical treatment may hurt your claim. To avoid running into disputes (not to mention, to ensure you are taking care of yourself!), visit a doctor as soon as possible after the wreck to obtain a diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Decline to make recorded statements (unless your attorney instructs you to do so):It is standard practice for insurance companies to collect recorded statements from claimants once they’ve been involved in an accident. To avoid making a statement that can be used against you, decline putting anything in writing or recording anything until you have consulted an attorney.
• Minimize your digital footprint:To protect your claim, it’s wise to keep a low profile online. Until your case is settled, it’s best to avoid making any public statements that could be used against you.

Discuss Your Case with a Murrieta Truck Accident Lawyer.

Our attorneys have decades of collective experience representing accident victims in negotiations with large motor carriers and their insurance companies and are here to represent you. Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS to set up a free case assessment. If you are unable to travel due to your injuries, we will come to you.