California Runaway Trailer Accident Lawyer

Catastrophic truck accidents cause over 5,000 deaths and 133,000 serious injuries in the United States each year. Weighing over 80,000 pounds, fully-loaded commercial trucks can feasibly crush 3,000-pound passenger vehicles on the streets. A runaway trailer accident occurs when the velocity of the trailer does not match the speed of the truck. The trailer may cause the truck to veer out of control. In other cases, the trailer may become completely disconnected from the truck and smash through anything in its path until it comes to a halt. Because of the size and weight of trailers, a runaway trailer accident can be devastating and contacting an experienced California runaway trailer accident lawyer is essential for getting the counsel you need if involved in the accident.

Under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, the trucking company is responsible for almost every act of their truck drivers. Therefore, you may be eligible for compensation from the truck company, not just the driver. It is important to remember that the trucking company will vigorously defend their case. Most trucking companies have investigators who are placed on retainers and who will instantly examine an accident after it occurs.

Hiring a specialist for your runaway trailer case is indispensible. You may have a claim against numerous parties, including the truck driver, the trucking company, the owner of the truck or trailer, the shipping company, the manufacturer of the truck or trailer, and any other person or company who contributed to the accident. Every truck accident is different and runaway trailer accidents are especially complex cases. Seeking an experienced attorney should be done immediately after the accident before the California statute of limitations runs out and you can no longer file a claim.

Our attorneys are veteran California runaway truck accident lawyers who have represented truck and other auto accident victims for over thirty years. We have a versatile track record of success featuring:

$3,476,250 for a Defective Truck Case
$1,950,000 for a Truck Accident Case
$250,000 for a forklift injured a delivery truck driver on a loading dock.
A U-Haul that caused two Ford Explorers to roll over, fatally injuring a child. We fought for the victims and received a substantial confidential settlement for them.

Large commercial trucks have the potential to cause catastrophic injury or death in collisions involving a passenger vehicle, such as a car, truck, or SUV, or a collision involving a pedestrian, bicyclist or motorcycle. The causes include:

Trucks that are overloaded: when a trailer is loaded with shipments that are too heavy for the trailer, there is the possibility of brake failure or of the truck swerving out of control.
Steep declines: Trucks trying to decelerate while descending in elevation often experience difficulty with their brakes.
Sudden turns: A trailer can separate from the truck if the truck jackknifes or if the driver turns too fast.
Truck brake failure: When the brakes on the trailer fail to work in concurrence with the brakes on the truck, the trailer may become separated.
Speeding Trucks: truck drivers should adjust their speed on the road to depending upon the type of cargo they are carrying and the road's conditions.

Since 1978, we have utilized our expertise successfully in settling claims against negligent truck drivers and trucking companies. Truck drivers and the trucking industry have a responsibility to operate their vehicles in a safe and careful manner. We therefore are available 24 hours for our clients and never charge them any out-of-pocket fees. If we do not win your case, you don't pay us a dime. Furthermore, we will travel to your house or hospital bed if you cannot make it to our office in Orange County, California. Our consultation is free, and we pride ourselves on offering the a rare passion and integrity.

Our team of specialists and investigators often prove vital for runaway trailer cases as they may find the other driver has a previous record of unsafe driving or determin that the truck driver was under the influence of methamphetamines or other drugs. We can also find out if the truck company neglected to maintain equipment or failed to provide the driver with proper rest. This may result in a much more substantial settlement on your end. All motorists should be aware of the hazards associated with sharing our roads with large trucks.

If you have been seriously injured in a runaway commercial truck accident in California, seek medical attention immediately, call 911, and make sure you have all the details needed for your case including eye-witness testimonials and contact information before you leave the scene.

Call the runaway trailer truck accident attorneys now for a free consultation: 1-877-854-0004.

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