Semi-Truck Accident Lawsuit Information

YOU'RE IN AN ACCIDENT... WHAT DO YOU DO NOW?

First, call emergency response to request both medical and police assistance. If at all possible try not to move the trucks and automobiles involved in the accident. If you have a camera of your own and are able to take pictures of the accident, do so. If not wait until police arrive to take pictures of the placement of vehicles. This is very important and can be used to determine who was at fault amongst other key elements.

Try to locate people who saw the accident happen. Retain the witness's names, phone number and address. Also, exchange information with all the drivers involved in the collision; name, phone numbers, addresses driver's license information and insurance carrier. Be sure to find out who is investigating the collision as well. Is it the local Police, County Sherriff, State Patrol, or Federal? This can be important when the collision report is needed for investigation. Call us to get answers to your Semi-Truck Accident Lawsuit questions immediately >>

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Semi-trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, so in the event you are involved in a collision, the injuries can be very serious and even fatal. Adrenalin and shock can alter ones senses in situations like being involved in a trucking collision. If an ambulance is brought to the scene it is in your best interest to go to the emergency room and be examined by a doctor. Injuries may also become evident at a later date. It is important to have documentation that medical attention was implemented at the time of the accident.

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385,00 Semi Truck Accidents Every Year

According the FMCSA, approximately 385,000 large trucks were involved in crashes. As a result of the accidents, 5,000 people lost their lives and injured 106,000. Negligence is the cause of many Semi Truck wrecks.

Some of the Common Causes of Semi Truck Accidents are :

• DUI / DWI

• Failure to Yield The Right of Way

• Driver Fatigue

• Speeding

• Disobeying Safety Procedure

• Failure to have a current safety Motor Vehicle Inspection

• Repair & Maintenance Failure

• Backing Up

• Tires Blow Up

• Transporting Equipment with Trailers

• Overloaded Trucks or Trailers

• Mechanical or Brake Failure

Most of these causes can be prevented by following procedures that are put in place for the safety of others. If you were involved in a Semi Truck Accident that could have been the result of neglect, contact Peterson & Associates, P.C. for a free legal consultation.

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