Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Commercial truck accidents often result in devastating injuries.
When not fatal, truck accident injuries frequently leave victims disabled and in need of long-term, expensive medical care.
You need the assistance of an experienced California truck accident attorney to help you secure maximum compensation for your damages.
The truck accident lawyers at Jacoby & Meyers Law Offices have over 50 years of experience and a proven track record of success in handling truck accident claims.
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Top Causes of Truck Accidents in California
Truck accidents can have many causes.
The most common causes of California truck accidents are:
- Distracted driving– Truck drivers are on the road for hours at a time. They can become distracted by using their cell phones, eating, or adjusting controls.
- Speeding– Truck drivers may exceed the speed limit to meet unrealistic deadlines, which increases the likelihood of accidents.
- Improperly loaded cargo– If a truck is overloaded or improperly loaded with cargo, it can cause the truck to become unstable, leading to the driver losing control.
- Mechanical failures– Whether due to negligent maintenance or defective products, if a truck experiences mechanical failure during operation, it can quickly lead to an accident.
- Driver fatigue– Truck drivers work long hours and often drive throughout the night to meet their deadlines, becoming fatigued. Fatigued drivers have similar reaction times as drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs, making an accident much more likely.
At Jacoby & Meyers, we scrutinize the facts of your truck accident to identify all possible causes and liable parties to build your strongest case and help you recover maximum compensation.
What is My Truck Accident Claim Worth?
The value of your truck accident claim depends on many factors, including the severity of your injuries.
In a successful California truck accident case, you could recover economic damages such as current and future medical expenses, current and future lost wages, property damage, and other costs incurred due to your truck accident and injuries.
You may also be able to recover non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, mental and emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, disability, and other intangible costs.
You should not accept a settlement offer until you understand the actual value of your claim.
At Jacoby & Meyers, our attorneys often consult medical and economic experts to help establish and accurately value your damages so you know what a fair settlement of your claim would be.
Do I Need to Hire a California Truck Accident Lawyer?
While hiring a truck accident lawyer is not required, hiring an experienced California truck accident lawyer is in your best interest.
Your attorney can investigate the accident to identify causation and liability, uncover essential evidence to prove your claim, and help negotiate with the insurance companies to reach a fair settlement of your claim.
If a fair settlement cannot be reached, your attorney can take your case to trial to help secure the compensation you deserve.
Your chances of recovering maximum compensation are much higher when an experienced California truck accident attorney represents you.
Contact Jacoby & Meyers Law Offices Today
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a California truck accident caused by another party, you may be able to recover significant compensation.
The experienced California truck accident attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers can help protect your right to secure the full value of your claim.
Call 1-800-411-4LAW or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your California truck accident claim.