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Distracted Driving Truck Accident Lawyer

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  If you were recently involved in a commercial truck accident that was caused by a distracted truck driver, contact an experienced distracted driving truck accident attorney from Burg Simpson Every year, an average of 3,500 people are killed in motor vehicle accidents caused by distracted driving. A recent poll showed that nearly 57% of drivers admitted to eating or drinking behind the wheel, while 27% admitted that texting while driving was a common source of distraction from their driving. For drivers in today’s world, there is no shortage of distractions to pull their focus from the road. Anything that redirects their attention away from driving could easily lead to a serious or even fatal collision in the blink of an eye. If you can prove that the truck driver who caused your accident was not paying attention to their surroundings, you can hold them responsible for your damages. The law entitles you to full and fair financial compensation for the losses you sustained as a resu...
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The Importance of Proper Truck Maintenance in Preventing Accidents

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  Although tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles play a vital role in our national economy, the importance of proper truck maintenance in preventing accidents cannot be understated. On a daily basis, these vehicles are traveling cross-country delivering shipments of critical supplies needed to sustain our lifestyles. Unfortunately, sometimes commercial vehicle accidents happen, and when they do, they can be especially dangerous and deadly. According to the  Insurance Institute for Highway Safety,  a total of 4,714 people died in large truck crashes across the United States in 2021. The reasons that a commercial truck crash is more serious should seem fairly obvious. A large truck with a trailer weighs more than 25,000 pounds. All of that weight can create a great amount of momentum that can be disastrous when the truck collides with another vehicle. Although the accident itself is a key legal event, the cause of the crash is even more important. Police will closely inv...
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The Most Common Causes of Trucking Accidents and How to Prevent Them

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  Large commercial trucks make up about 5% of all registered vehicles nationwide. Given their weight and size compared to passenger vehicles, a truck crash can be devastating and result in serious injuries or even death. According to the National Security Council,   national truck accidents   accounted for about 9% of all fatal crashes in 2021. Unfortunately, serious truck accidents appear to be on the rise. In 2021, fatal truck crashes were up 7% from the previous year and about 22% over the past 10 years. The numbers regarding injury crashes are equally as unfavorable. In 2021, more than 117,000 trucks were involved in injury accidents, a 12% increase from the prior year. Most injury accidents involving trucks occur in non-highway settings and during the daytime hours. The injuries sustained in a crash can cause a major disruption to your life. Some common truck accident injuries include: Broken bones Head trauma and brain injuries Internal organ injuries neck and spina...
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The Difference Between Trucking Accidents and Car Accidents in Terms of Legal Representation

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  Being the victim of a semi-truck or commercial vehicle accident is a devastating experience. There are more than 12.5 million   registered commercial vehicles in the United States . The overwhelming majority of truck drivers operate their vehicles in a safety-conscious manner. These truckers follow traffic laws and strive to ensure that their actions do not lead to a collision. In some cases, however, a commercial truck will be involved in an injury crash. This can happen for many reasons, including negligent driving on the part of the truck driver. When a truck accident happens, it is best to seek legal counsel right away. Given the severity of the injuries that are typically sustained in a truck crash, the stakes are high for your future. While you might believe that any accident attorney can represent you, it is important to have an attorney who is knowledgeable in the law and your legal rights when it comes to truck accidents. There are factors that make truck accidents ...
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How to Negotiate With Insurance Companies After a Trucking Accident

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  Negotiating with an insurance company is unfamiliar territory for most people. However, following a truck accident, it is likely that an insurance adjuster will be the first person you talk to about your case. We will offer some tips for negotiating with the insurance company. If this is your first time, you should know that the adjuster is likely someone who has been well-trained in negotiation. To further complicate matters, the insurance adjuster is usually not interested in a fair or even an honest resolution of your claim. They are simply looking for a quick settlement in order to save money and close the case. If you or a family member were one of the approximately 155,000 people hurt in  United States truck accidents  in 2021, you may also want to consider hiring experienced counsel to help. At Burg Simpson, our trusted attorneys have many years of experience negotiating with the insurance company. We make sure that your rights are protected and that the adjuster...
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The Process of Filing a Trucking Accident Lawsuit and What to Expect

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  In 2021, more than 150,000 people were injured in   United States commercial vehicle accidents . This number was a 5% increase over the previous year. In general, truck accidents and reported injuries have been on the rise. Unfortunately, this also means that innocent victims are more likely to be hurt in a collision with a semi-truck or tractor-trailer. For many injured victims, surviving the accident is just the first step in the process. Due to their sheer size and the force of the collision, it is likely that injuries will occur. When you or a loved one have been hurt in a commercial truck accident, it may be necessary to file a lawsuit in order to protect your legal rights. While the thought of filing a lawsuit may seem daunting to many, an experienced  nationwide truck accident attorney  can help guide you through the process. Here’s a look at what you can expect to happen when a lawsuit is filed following a truck crash. Filing a Complaint  In every Unit...
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