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Apr 28, 2017

Commercial Trucks Can Cause Lasting Damage

An accident with a commercial vehicle can have devastating consequences.

This is mainly due to the size and weight of these vehicles. Most passenger vehicles are only a fraction of the size of heavy-duty commercial trucks.

Even smaller commercial vehicles, such as delivery vans and work trucks, can cause serious damage when they are involved in an accident.

After an accident with one of these vehicles, it can be very difficult to cope with the consequences. Victims often suffer from catastrophic injuries, permanent disabilities and possibly even the death of a loved one.

If you have been the victim of a commercial truck accident, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries or loss.

A personal injury attorney in the Shepherdsville area can help you take appropriate legal action so that you get the compensation and justice you deserve.

Specific road hazards for commercial trucks

Commercial trucks operate in an environment that has hazards very specific to their circumstances.

Truck drivers have to react to unforeseen conditions and other negligent drivers

Due the limited handling capabilities of trucks, a driver’s reaction and attempt to avoid an accident can still have tragic consequences.

Sometimes, the materials that the truck is hauling can contribute to the injuries that result from an accident.

For example, trucks carrying hazardous materials or heavy loads can have widespread effects on other drivers or pedestrians involved.

Presenting evidence in personal injury case involving a commercial truck

In order to file a successful claim against a negligent driver, you will have to present certain evidence

For example, you must prove to the court that the driver of the commercial vehicle did not use a reasonable level of care while operating the vehicle and that this failure resulted in your injuries.

You will also have to prove that the driver had a duty of care at the time of the accident.

In general, anyone operating a vehicle on the road owes this duty of care to all other drivers and passengers.

There may be multiple responsible parties in a commercial truck accident

In many cases involving an accident with a commercial vehicle, there are several parties that are responsible for the driver’s actions.

You may be able to file lawsuits against the driver, the company that employed the driver, and the insurance company that provides coverage for the driver or trucking company.

Your attorney will help you determine which parties may have an obligation to compensate you for your injuries and losses.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of a commercial driver’s negligence, you might be entitled to compensation.

A successful lawsuit or a settlement will provide funds for you to pay medical expenses and recover lost wages that are a direct result of the accident.

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: commercial vehicle accidents, truck accidents

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Rick R.
22:49 18 Jan 18
Ms Molly Burk is a very good Lawyer and even better human being. She restores faith in the process and works hard to get justice for her clients.I have great confidence in her abilities and her integrity.I thank her from the bottom of my heart for the suburb work she and her staff did on my daughters disability case.
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Molly and Jennifer are absolutely incredible to work with! They stay on top of every single step of the process, and kept me so well informed! They are both wonderful, helpful people, and I am so greatful to have had their help!!
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Our family attempted to work with other lawyers for our daughter’s disability benefits application and appeals process before finding Ms.Burke. Ms. Burke is, by far, the best lawyer I have ever done business with. She approached our case with genuine caring and thoroughness. We would not have been awarded disability benefits for our daughter without the untiring, unwavering work of Ms Burke. She supported us through her expertise of the law and Social Security requirements. She bolstered us emotionally as needed. She always returned phone calls, emails, and texts in a timely manner. I have already recommended her to other people and will continue to do so. She is the best!
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