Sherman 18-Wheeler Semi-Truck Accidents Lawyer

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18-wheeler accidents are some of the most devastating crashes that occur on U.S. roads. Due to the size and weight of these vehicles, they often cause catastrophic injuries and property damage. If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck wreck, you may be wondering what your legal options are. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you pursue compensation for your damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Your lawyer can also investigate the accident to identify any parties who may be liable, such as the truck driver, the trucking company, or the manufacturer of truck equipment.

Burress Injury Law has represented truck accident victims and others who have suffered serious injuries in thousands of cases, and we know how to help our clients obtain the full compensation they deserve. Our team has a combination of over 250 years of experience, and we have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. We are exclusively dedicated to representing people who have suffered serious injuries and families who have lost loved ones due to wrongful death. We know the ins and outs of the laws that play a role in truck accident cases, and we can make sure your family will receive the financial resources you need to recover following a difficult experience.

Causes of 18-Wheeler Accidents in Sherman

Tractor-trailer trucks are large, heavy, complex vehicles, vastly outweighing passenger cars and trucks. Because of this, other parties who are involved in a collision with a semi-truck, including drivers, passengers, motorcyclists, bicyclists, or pedestrians, can suffer serious or fatal injuries. The financial, emotional, and personal effects of these injuries can be devastating and long-lasting, and victims will need to make sure they take the correct steps to pursue compensation from the responsible parties. Liability for truck wrecks may involve issues such as:

• Driver error - Even though they are required to have the proper training and licenses, truck drivers may make mistakes or take actions that put other people at risk. This could involve negligent behaviors such as speeding, texting while driving, or following other vehicles too closely. Truck drivers may also put others at risk by driving while they are fatigued or intoxicated or failing to properly inspect their vehicles to make sure cargo is secured properly and all parts are in proper working order.
• Trucking company negligence - Trucking companies can be held liable for truck accidents if they fail to train their drivers properly, hire drivers who are overworked and have unsafe driving records, or allow or encourage drivers to exceed hours of service violations. A company may also be liable for failing to address issues that affected people's safety, such as ensuring that equipment was maintained correctly or that cargo was loaded and secured properly on a truck.
• Mechanical failure - Accidents can occur if truck parts fail, such as a truck's brakes, tires, engine, trailer coupling, or suspension. Truck manufacturers may be held liable for these accidents if equipment was defective or if they failed to provide adequate instructions and warnings about how to use equipment safely. A truck driver or trucking company may also be liable for equipment failures that occurred because maintenance was not performed, such as failing to replace worn tires.
• Improperly secured cargo - Tractor-trailers are often used to transport a wide range of items, including heavy equipment or large, bulky materials. In some cases, these items may be improperly loaded on a truck, or they may not be secured correctly, causing cargo to fall from a truck during transit and cause an accident.

Contact Our Sherman 18-Wheeler Accident Lawyers

If you or someone you love has been involved in a truck wreck, it is important to speak with an experienced attorney as soon as possible. At Burress Injury Law, we understand the difficulties that truck accident victims and their families can face, and we will work tirelessly to help you obtain the resources you need to recover from your injuries and other financial or personal losses. To schedule a free consultation and learn how we can assist you in pursuing compensation for a truck accident, contact our office today by calling 214-726-0016.