Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyers
Aggressive Legal Representation for Truck Accident Victims
Truck accidents are some of the most devastating accidents on the road. Many of the most common injuries sustained in these traffic collisions are often catastrophic, resulting in lifelong health complications and pain.
If you were injured in a truck accident caused by negligence, contact the team at McGee Lerer Ogrin in Los Angeles for the compassionate and knowledgeable legal guidance you need to ensure the responsible party is held liable for your suffering.
Have you been involved in a truck accident in Los Angeles? Call McGee Lerer Ogrin today at (310) 231-9717 or contact us online to discuss your case and get the justice you deserve.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Several factors, including human error or environmental conditions can cause truck accidents. Here are some of the most common causes:
- Speeding: Excessive speed can reduce a truck driver’s ability to react to unexpected hazards. Trucks require more time and distance to stop, and speeding increases the likelihood of a collision.
- Distracted Driving: Truck drivers who use phones, GPS, or engage in other distractions may miss important traffic changes, leading to crashes.
- Aggressive Driving: Tailgating, improper lane changes, and other aggressive behaviors are dangerous, especially in large trucks, where accidents can cause serious damage.
- Fatigued Driving: Truck drivers working long hours may suffer from fatigue, which can impair reaction times and decision-making and, in severe cases, lead to falling asleep at the wheel.
- Severe Weather: Rain, snow, fog, and ice make driving hazardous, especially for trucks, which are harder to control in poor conditions.
- Overloading Cargo: Overloaded trucks can become harder to control, especially when it comes to stopping or maneuvering, increasing the risk of accidents.
- Brake or Vehicle Failure: Mechanical issues, such as faulty brakes or tire blowouts, often result from poor maintenance and can cause serious accidents when drivers cannot stop in time.
Recognizing these causes can help prevent truck accidents and protect everyone on the road.
Common Types of Truck Accidents
Below are the most frequent types of truck wrecks that occur in L.A.:
- Rear-End Collisions: These occur when a truck crashes into the vehicle in front of it, often due to driver distraction, fatigue, or insufficient braking distance. They can result in severe injuries and significant vehicle damage.
- Jackknife Accidents: This happens when a truck's trailer swings out to the side, forming a 90-degree angle with the cab. Such accidents are usually caused by abrupt braking or slippery road conditions and can lead to multi-vehicle crashes.
- Rollover Accidents: Caused by sharp turns, high speeds, or uneven loads, rollovers can result in catastrophic damage and injuries. The sheer size and weight of trucks make these accidents particularly dangerous.
- Underride Collisions: These occur when a smaller vehicle slides under a truck's trailer, often leading to severe injuries or fatalities. Poor visibility and sudden stops are common causes.
Understanding these types of accidents helps identify liability and pursue compensation via the appropriate legal channels.
Common Injuries in Truck Accidents
As mentioned above, the injuries sustained in a truck accident tend to be life-altering. Due to the weight, size, and force a commercial truck can strike, it is no wonder why these accidents have such a deadly track record.
Below are some of the most common injuries sustained in truck accidents:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Crushed bones
- Traumatic amputation
- Severe lacerations
- Burn injuries
- Organ damage
Given the severe nature of these injuries, damages in a truck accident case are often far higher than in most other motor vehicle accidents. Survivors often require extensive medical care and treatment and, in many cases, they are never able to achieve a full recovery.
Take action now! If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, reach out to our Los Angeles truck accident lawyers for a free consultation. We’re here to help you recover compensation for your injuries and damages.
Results That Speak for Themselves
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$122,500,000 Global Settlement Sexual Abuse
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$18,000,000 Auto v. Truck
Client rear-ended by trucking company.
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$10,000,000 Auto v. Big Rig
Family struck by a big rig.
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$4,090,000 Auto v. Auto
Family struck by a County of Los Angeles employee.
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$3,500,000 Negligence, Personal Injury
Client who was injured when a piece of machinery fell off a plumbing truck onto his foot.
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$3,500,000 Warehouse Accident
Client whose foot was run over by a forklift driver.