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Big rigs, 18-wheelers, semi-trucks—call them what you will, but commercial trucks can be deadly. As essential as they are to the economy, the size and weight of a semi can cause serious harm to motorists during a collision. They’re highly dangerous if not properly operated and maintained. Because of this, victims in a trucking accident are likely to be killed or sustain catastrophic brain damage, spinal injuries, or amputations.
Loose regulations for trucking companies and manufacturers increase the chance of a deadly crash. Unfortunately, this reluctance to impose stronger safety standards has created a climate where profit trumps safety. If you or a loved one was the victim of a trucking collision, don’t wait. Contact the Farmington personal injury lawyers at Shapiro Law Team today.
Any accidents involving semi-trucks are rarely minor. These types of accidents often involve serious injury or death. Even pick-up truck accidents are twice as likely to result in a fatality. Hire an experienced truck accident attorney who knows how to handle the legalities following a collision.
In Farmington, the lawyers at Shapiro Law Team proudly represent truck injury victims. We’re ready to fight for your maximum compensation through superior representation, backed by years of experience handling trucking cases like yours.
At Shapiro Law Team, we handle your case from start to finish and immediately begin investigating as soon as you call. We start our investigation by contacting our network of trucking accident experts, including reconstructionists, biomechanical engineers, automotive design experts, and others.
Along with examining the circumstances of your collision, we consider the following to help us build a case:
We also consider the severity of your injuries, eyewitness accounts, and the driver’s logbook.
A trucking company could be liable in many different scenarios, including the following:
Remember, trucking companies are well-equipped with resources to fight your accident claim. Protect your right to compensation by working with Shapiro Law Team in Farmington, New Mexico. We’ll negotiate your case and go up against even the largest trucking companies if that’s what it takes.
The aftermath of a trucking accident in Farmington is confusing, overwhelming, and stressful. However, taking the proper steps could make or break your right to compensation. Follow these steps to give yourself the best fighting chance:
Compensation depends on the specifics of your case. For instance, if you were at fault for a truck accident, you’ll rely on your health insurance for compensation. If the crash was due to the negligence of another, you may get compensation from their insurance company or the trucking company itself.
Regardless of where you get your compensation, know that most insurance carriers will do everything in their power to pay you as little as possible. They’ll send you a lowball offer to save their money and, ultimately, aren’t on your side. So call someone who is on your side. Contact Shapiro Law Team for a free consultation.
New Mexico trucking accident victims may be entitled to the following compensation:
Negligence is the most common cause of truck accidents in Farmington. Whether the truck driver was driving while impaired or failed to follow traffic laws, we see a long list of common truck collision causes at Shapiro Law Team:
Trucking companies can also be negligent and cause accidents. Causes include:
Finally, truck failure may be either the truck company’s fault or the parts manufacturer’s fault. This includes operational failures or malfunctions.
Trucks are massive and carry thousands of pounds in cargo weight. Because of their size, semi-trucks can cause catastrophic or fatal injuries. At Shapiro Law Team, our lawyers experience helping Farmington truck accident victims who have sustained the following:
Our Farmington truck accident lawyers are skilled in helping those who have emotional or psychological trauma. These unseen injuries can often be just as serious as physical injuries and usually have costly long-term effects.
Shapiro Law Team is here to help families who have lost a loved one in a trucking accident. We have expert wrongful death attorneys who will give your family the compassionate assistance they need while navigating the legal process following the driver’s actions.
Trucking accidents occur at an alarming rate, often occurring on major highways and expressways. According to recent reports, the United States saw 166,853 accidents involving large trucks. Of that number, 99,600 were semi-trucks. In the same year, 72,137 of those involved in a trucking collision were injured.
Dealing with the aftermath of a trucking accident is stressful and taxing. Don’t go up against a trucking corporation or insurance provider alone. That’s what we’re here for. We’re ready to handle all the technical and legal aspects of your case so you can take the time you need to fully recover. Contact Farmington New Mexico truck accident lawyer David Shapiro today. If we don’t win, you won’t pay.