Schererville Truck Accident Lawyers

The U.S. relies on the trucking industry to transport essential and all kinds of other goods throughout the country. However, this industry isn’t without its downsides. Its most serious downside is accidents on the road. Far too many people are seriously or fatally injured in these accidents each year. Sadly, most of these accidents were easily preventable.

Suppose you or someone you love was involved in a large truck accident. In that case, our Schererville truck accident lawyers can help you recover the compensation you deserve. 

Why Truck Accidents are So Dangerous

Large trucks cause a disproportionate number of accidents. In 2019, large trucks accounted for:

• Ten percent of all vehicles involved in deadly accidents
• Four percent of all registered vehicles
• Seven percent of total vehicle miles traveled

While not as common as passenger vehicle accidents, commercial truck accidents typically cause more damage. These large trucks have a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 10,000 pounds. With so much weight, they need more time and space to come to a complete stop. In situations where they must stop immediately, this creates a problem. They also weigh more than most vehicles, causing the force of an accident to be much more than is involved in passenger vehicle accidents. 

Another factor that makes large trucks so dangerous is their loads. If incorrectly loaded and secured, the goods they carry can shift during transport, making the truck more likely to cause an accident. 

None of these factors is an excuse for truck drivers or trucking companies to be irresponsible. If anything, they have a much greater duty to keep their fleet safe and drive carefully to prevent severe and deadly accidents. 

Do You Have a Truck Accident Claim?

All personal injury claims must establish the negligence of the at-fault party. To do this, the injured party or their attorney on their behalf needs to prove that:

• The other party owed them a duty of care—for example, to maintain their fleet or drive the speed limit
• The other party violated that duty of care
• As a result, the injured party was hurt
• Their injuries led to damages such as pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical bills

It’s not always easy to determine who should be held liable when a commercial truck accident occurs. By having an experienced truck accident attorney on your side, you can be assured that the appropriate parties will be held accountable. Not only that but also your attorney will seek compensation from all possible sources to maximize your financial recovery.