Jefferson County Truck Accident Attorneys
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) keeps data on large truck accidents, including semi truck and other large commercial vehicle accidents. In 2009, nearly 75,000 people were injured in large truck accidents. More than 3,000 people sustained fatal injuries as a result of a large truck accident.
Many truck accidents are caused by negligent truckers. Examples of truck driver negligence include:
- Truck driver fatigue
- Failure to check brakes, tires and lights
- Failure to properly secure loads
- Weight violations
- Failure to maintain a safe distance
- Unsafe driving in adverse weather conditions
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, contact the Drake Law Firm in Birmingham, Alabama. We have handled hundreds of truck accident cases. We have the experience, resources and commitment to protect your rights.
Experienced Truck Accident Attorneys
Truck accident claims often involve serious or fatal injuries. Given the cost of paying such claims, insurance companies that cover truckers and trucking companies defend against such claims very aggressively.
Our attorneys know how to properly investigate and manage complex trucking accident claims. We take time to properly interview eyewitnesses and gather evidence from critical sources, such as a driver's log or a truck's black box. We have the ability to enlist the assistance of accident reconstruction experts, medical experts and other highly qualified professionals who can assist in the management of truck accident claims.
Our personal injury attorneys have recovered millions on behalf of accident victims and have a strong record of results in truck accident claims. We encourage you to visit our verdicts and settlements page and contact us to see how we can be of assistance to you.
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Our lawyers have experience handling injury claims of all severity, including minor injuries, catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims. Our Birmingham trucker negligence attorneys represent victims of negligence in communities throughout Alabama and the nation. From anywhere, call us toll free at 866-779-9690 or contact us by e-mail to arrange a free case evaluation.
