Truck Accident Attorney in Fresno

Truck accidents happen due to many different factors. Here are some examples:

• Speeding
• Distracted driving
• Fatigue
• Inexperienced drivers
• Mechanical failures
• Driving under the influence
• Reckless driving
• Poor road conditions
• Failure to obey traffic signals
• Blind spots
• Inadequate maintenance
• Overloaded trucks
• Failure to yield the right of way
• Improper lane changes

In situations where negligence is involved, the injured are allowed to file a claim for compensation for the injuries and damages they’ve sustained.

Liability for such accidents may fall on the truck driver, trucking company, vehicle manufacturers, maintenance companies, or even other negligent drivers. That said, determining liability depends on the specific circumstances of the accident, which is why it is always advisable to have your case reviewed by a truck accident expert at Morgan and Morgan.

Depending on how the accident occurred, you may need to gather evidence like driver logs, vehicle maintenance records, eyewitness testimonies, accident scene photos and videos, and expert testimony. On top of that, you must prove that the other party owed you a duty of care and breached it, leading to your injuries and losses.

In Fresno and throughout California, you only have two years to file a truck accident claim. The clock begins to count from the date of the accident. If filing a wrongful death claim, meaning your loved one died after being involved in the truck accident, the clock begins to count from the date of death, not when the accident occurred.

Speaking of damages, where applicable, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• medical expenses;
• lost wages;
• pain and suffering;
• property damage;
• emotional distress;
• funeral and burial expenses;
• loss of companionship;
• and more. 

Generally, the exact damages you may be entitled to depends on the severity of your injuries and the unique circumstances surrounding your case. That’s also one of the things our truck accident experts can help establish.

Truck accident cases are time-sensitive. The sooner you act, the better your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome. Get in touch with America’s largest injury firm today to learn more about your legal rights and options.