Lake Charles 18-Wheeler Accident Attorneys18-wheeler accidents on U.S. highways cause over 5,000 deaths and 115,000 injuries every year. A commercial tractor trailer can weigh up to 70 tons—as a result, a collision between a passenger car and a semi truck is likely to result in serious injury or death for occupants of the smaller vehicle. At Broussard & Hart, L.L.C., our Lake Charles personal injury firm, lawyers work to get just compensation for victims and their families. Trucking accident injury claimsInjury claims resulting from 18-wheeler accidents present unique challenges. If an accident investigator does not get to the scene quickly, important evidence may disappear. An injured person is likely to suffer brain injury or spinal cord damage, resulting in permanent brain damage, paralysis, or chronic pain, and requiring a lifetime of medical care. Several insurance policies may cover the victim's injuries, but they must first be identified. We are prepared to meet those challenges. When assisting a client injured in a commercial truck wreck, our attorneys work with accident reconstructionists and experts on state and federal trucking regulations to identify the causes leading to an 18-wheeler accident, find insurance policies liable for our client's injury, and work with medical, economic, and life care experts to establish the full extent of our client's losses. Causes of 18-wheeler accidentsCommercial truck drivers are usually paid for miles driven, and are not encouraged to get the rest required by law. Studies have shown that fatigued drivers are a leading cause of trucking accidents. In addition to driver fatigue, unsecured loads, poor driver training, and improper maintenance also lead to crashes, including underride accidents, collisions caused by brake failure, and jackknife accidents. Our lawyers know what to look for and which experts to call on when determining the cause of an 18-wheeler accident. The attorneys have detailed knowledge of Louisiana and federal commercial trucking regulations that apply to the transportation industry, and have successfully handled many big rig accident claims. Discuss your truck accident claim with a lawyerIf someone you know has been seriously injured in an 18-wheeler accident, be sure to act while the evidence is fresh, and before any applicable deadlines expire. If you would like to discuss a potential case, please call 337-439-2450 (Toll Free: 866-281-4774) or e-mail our office to arrange a free and confidential consultation. We will respond quickly to your inquiry. For more information on 18-wheeler accidents, see: |
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18-Wheeler Truck Accidents
