Category: Truck Accidents

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When To Hire a Truck Accident Attorney

Truck drivers and trucking companies frequently take shortcuts attempting to maximize their profits and deliver cargo ahead of schedule. Unfortunately, these actions (or, in some cases, inactions) frequently lead to serious truck accidents. If you sustained injuries in a commercial truck collision, you may be eligible to recover compensation for your injuries and other losses. To maximize your compensation, it is important to retain a

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What to do After a Truck Accident?

Picture this: You’re driving home after a long day at work, and your mind is already on dinner plans and relaxing with family. Suddenly, the world around you erupts into chaos. The deafening crunch of metal, the sickening lurch as your car spins, the disorienting flash of airbags deploying. In a matter of seconds, your life has been turned upside down by a truck accident.

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Why You Need a Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck accidents frequently happen when truck drivers, trucking companies, and sometimes other motorists violate road rules or operate vehicles carelessly and recklessly. In most truck accident scenarios, the occupants of the smaller vehicle suffer the most serious injuries. Having a truck accident lawyer involved in your case is crucial because they bring knowledge and experience to navigate the legal process. They also understand trucking industry

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Types of Truck Accidents

Types of Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are known for causing significant damage and life-altering injuries. Understanding the different types of truck accidents can help victims and their families handle the legal and insurance processes effectively. If you suffered an injury in a truck accident, you must also understand the importance of seeking legal representation from an experienced truck accident lawyer to protect your rights and secure the compensation you

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What Injuries Can Result from a Truck Accident?

Summary: Truck accidents can cause traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) that affect a person’s memory, vision, and ability to retain information Bones, such as the femur, tibia, and clavicle, can break during a truck accident, such Spinal cord injuries can result from truck accidents and affect a person’s mobility Truck accident victims can tear knee ligaments during the impact of a collision Truck accidents are a

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Why Do Truck Accidents Cause Such Serious Injuries?

Summary: Truck accidents can cause severe injuries like spinal cord, shoulder, knee, facial, and internal injuries These types of accidents can cause serious injuries because the size of trucks can lead to a greater force of impact Trucks can contain heavy and dangerous cargo that can cause severe injuries during a collision A large semi-truck can significantly outweigh a smaller car and cause destructive impact

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Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Austin

Austin is Texas’ state capital and offers many opportunities for employment for truckers. However, negligent actions from truck drivers, trucking companies, and cargo loaders can lead to catastrophic truck accidents in Austin. This type of accident is dangerous because the size and speed of a truck can destroy smaller vehicles and expose victims to significant bodily harm. Some common causes of truck accidents include drowsy

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When Can a Truck Driver Be Held Liable for Damages - The Russo Firm

When Can a Truck Driver Be Held Liable for Damages?

Truck drivers can cause accidents when they engage in negligent or reckless driving behavior, such as distracted driving, speeding, and drowsy driving. Truck drivers must properly handle their responsibility to other drivers on the road to drive safely, as their large vehicles can cause catastrophic damage when they crash into smaller vehicles. While a trucking company can be held liable for damages caused by an

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Why are Semi-Trucks So Dangerous for Texas Drivers?

A semi-truck is a large truck that combines a tractor unit and a semi-trailer that can haul cargo. These are some of the most dangerous vehicles on the road, as they are much larger than other vehicles. Even a slight accident with a smaller vehicle can lead to significant harm, as the larger vehicle can destroy the smaller one. Due to their size, it’s much

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The Dangers of Jackknife Truck Accidents - The Russo Firm

The Dangers of Jackknife Truck Accidents

Accidents involving commercial trucks can cause widespread catastrophic impact because the large truck can impact many smaller vehicles as the driver loses control. A direct impact from a large truck can cause severe bodily harm, resulting in injuries like back and neck injuries, bone fractures, and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). One type of commercial truck accident that can expose other drivers to harm is a

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