Local Attorneys Aggressively Representing Victims of Truck Accidents
Every day in Las Vegas, there is a car accident that changes the lives of all involved. For individuals unfortunate enough to be caught in a collision involving an 18-wheeler or other type of tractor trailer, the catastrophic damage to the smaller vehicle can leave passengers fighting for their lives.
At Vegas Valley Injury Law, we help victims of trucking accidents that have suffered life-changing injuries and trauma as a result of these gruesome episodes. Our team provides the experience and diligence necessary to determine what parties were at fault and help you seek compensation for the injuries and property damage you sustained as allowed under Nevada law.
Types Of Truck Accidents That Happen in Las Vegas
Many trucking accidents in Las Vegas cause catastrophic industries to all involved, especially those in smaller cars. Because of their massive size and power, big rigs can virtually demolish smaller passenger vehicles when they collide at high speeds. Every year, people lose their lives in these wrecks, most of whom were not driving the commercial truck.
Some of the most common types of trucking collisions in Nevada include:
Rollovers
Rear-end collisions
T-bone accidents
Blindspot crashes
Blindspot crashes
Jackknife situations
Head-on impacts
Wide-turning accidents
Spilled loads
Contrary to popular belief, some of the most deadly Las Vegas truck accidents occur on smaller roadways, not busy thoroughfares. This often is because on neighborhood roads, drivers may feel more relaxed at lower speeds and in less traffic
As Las Vegas truck accident lawyers, our firm has seen nearly every crash scenario imaginable, and the factors leading to these horrific events often include one or more of the factors below:
Driver fatigue
Distracted driving
Improperly loaded cargo
Poorly maintained trucks
Speeding
Aggressive driving
Drivers with little to no training
DUI
How we help you
We will begin your case by investigating the accident scene.
Consult with doctors to identify the care victims will need.
Determine any loss in earnings, and account for pain and suffering endured due to your automobile accident.
Aggressively pursue the total compensation for all your losses including financial, medical, and emotional.
Investigating Trucking Companies And Your Accident
Anytime a trucking accident happens in Las Vegas, our attorneys review evidence related to the crash. Law enforcement will also do the same to ensure that none of the many state and federal laws regulating this industry have been violated.
Below are just a handful of the many regulations put in place to ensure the safety of truck operations, drivers, and motorists sharing the road with these commercial vehicles:
Driver licensing and fitness standards
Hours of service regulations
Vehicle maintenance and condition requirements
Hazardous load regulations
Trailer capacity laws
Because no truck accident is the same, determining liability or negligence in your case can be reasonably straightforward or challenging to establish. Whether your truck accident collision was due to negligent hiring practices by the responsible transportation company, or because the driver was aggressively maneuvering through traffic in order to stay within his daily threshold for service hours, our firm will leave no stone unturned when looking for evidence that has contributed to the accident causing your injuries.
Steps to Take After Surviving a Las Vegas Truck Accident
If you have had the misfortune of being in a truck accident, the crash scene may be chaotic. Should you be able to leave your car safely and avoid being transported to an area hospital, be sure to take the following steps to protect your personal injury compensation rights:
Get to safety
Call for emergency medical help
Share details of the accident with the police
Write down what you remember from the truck accident when you get home
Seek medical treatment for any injuries right away
Another critical step you need to take after a Las Vegas truck accident is speaking with one of our highly skilled personal injury attorneys at Vegas Valley Injury Law. Motor vehicle accidents are our specialty, and our lead attorney, Garrett Logan, has a proven track record of representing individuals who have sustained injuries stemming from a truck driver's reckless actions on the road.
When you rely on Garrett and his team at Vegas Valley Injury Law to handle your trucking accident case, you’re choosing a proven team to handle the intricacies of gathering any and all critical evidence about your truck accident, including the commercial vehicle’s driver logs, on-board recording instruments, as well as all of the rig’s relevant maintenance records. Our firm knows the fight you have ahead in trying to recover from your injuries, and we aim to deliver a service that allows you to make that the focus of your efforts.
Why You Need Vegas Valley Injury Law to Recover Damages from Your Truck Accident
Just like the insurance companies we litigate with daily, trucking companies are multi-billion-dollar entities that will do everything in their power to drag out your claim in order to avoid paying what you deserve. Notwithstanding these tactics, our firm has a reputation of going toe to toe with these companies to ensure you receive the maximum compensation available under Nevada law.
Federal mandated insurance requirements start at $750,000 for commercial vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds or more. When hazardous loads are involved, this coverage can jump up to as much as $5,000,000.
When you come to us seeking compensation from a negligent truck driver or carrier who breached their duty of care, we will ensure that your recovery compensates you for damages related to the following:
Medical bills
Pain and suffering
Future medical and therapy needs
Lost wages
Medical device costs
Burial and funeral expenses
Diminished work capacity
Because no truck accident is the same, determining liability or negligence in your case can be reasonably straightforward or challenging to establish. Whether your truck accident collision was due to negligent hiring practices by the responsible transportation company, or because the driver was aggressively maneuvering through traffic in order to stay within his daily threshold for service hours, our firm will leave no stone unturned when looking for evidence that has contributed to the accident causing your injuries.
Why Choose Vegas Valley Injury Law to Represent You
When you turn to Vegas Valley Injury Law for legal guidance, you get more than a team of skilled personal injury attorneys but our unwavering commitment to quality service. Our firm will aggressively pursue all parties responsible for the negligence that led to the injuries you sustained in your accident with a commercial vehicle.
If you or a loved one has suffered a severe trauma from a trucking accident, know that you are not alone and that our firm is here to support you through the entire process. We make it our mission to ensure your well-being remains a top priority from start to finish while we work to get you the recovery you deserve. Call Vegas Valley Injury Law today at (702) 444-5555, or reach out via our online request form. We offer a free consultation to discuss your case's circumstances and advise you on the next steps to protect your right to compensation.
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