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California Truck Accident Lawyers

Bisnar | Chase is a respected Southern California truck accident law firm protecting the rights of injured truck accident victims since 1978. Our experienced big truck accident attorneys and staff members have the knowledge and expertise to competently represent even the most serious truck accident case. We represent the victims of all types of auto accidents, including truck accidents, car accidents, and traffic accidents. Our successful California big rig accident lawyers will thoroughly investigate your truck accident to find out exactly what happened. We will work hard for you to get you the monetary compensation that you deserve for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured in a California trucking accident, please call a California truck accident attorney at Bisnar | Chase.

What is a big truck and how many are on the road?

A big truck typically has 18 wheels and weighs at least 10,000 pounds. Some big rigs weigh over 80,000 pounds! Large trucks are used to transport various goods across the United States. These trucks account for only 3% of all vehicles on the road.

What are some different types of large truck accidents?

Some types of large truck accidents include, head on collisions, jack-knife accidents, truck drivers losing control of the vehicle, smaller vehicles "sliding" under large trucks, collision to the rear end, and hit and run. Also, the blind spots on a truck are very large and if the driver does not see a vehicle and switches lanes an accident can occur.

What are some of the serious injuries that a person may suffer following an 18 wheeler accident?

Every truck accident is different; therefore truck accident victims may receive a variety of injuries, such as internal bleeding, fractured bones, head injury, brain injury, amputation, spinal cord injury, whiplash, burns, and scars. Severe truck accident injuries may result in life-long disabilities, disfigurement, or paralysis.

What are some things that I may be compensated for, as the victim of a big truck accident?

Some of the things that you may be reimbursed for as an accident victim may include, medical costs (hospital bills, specialists, medication, etc.), future medical expenses, loss of wages, physical injuries, pain and suffering, and damage to your vehicle or other property.

What percent of people are killed as a result of semi trucks?

Accidents involving big trucks amount to more than ¼ of all vehicle deaths that involve more than one vehicle. It is estimated that 98% of all truck accident-related fatalities and injuries do not happen to the truck driver.

How many large trucks are registered in the United States?

In 2001 there were almost 8 million large trucks registered in the U.S.

Do drivers of big trucks have to abide by the same laws as those who drive passenger vehicles?

People who operate large trucks, tractor trailers, 18 wheelers, and big rigs have to abide by laws that have been specially designed for them. There are trucking laws at the state and Federal levels to ensure that truck drivers are well rested when operating the vehicle, as well as laws regarding the loading of cargo and the speeds at which the truck can travel. These laws are enforced to keep the truck driver and other people on road safe.

How often do big truck accidents occur?

In the United States a person is killed or injured in a truck-related accident every 16 minutes. Large truck accidents are more likely to take place between 6am and 6pm on the weekdays.

What are some causes for big truck accidents?

There are many factors that may lead up to 18 wheeler or other large truck accidents. Fatigued drivers, driving over the designated trucking speed, faulty equipment, weather and road conditions, and the inability to brake quickly enough may all cause dangerous large truck accidents.

If you have been seriously injured in a California truck accident, you should seek the advice of an experienced California Big Truck Accident Lawyer. Contact our offices for a free IMMEDIATE case evaluation, or click here to fill out our online case evaluation form.