Trucking Accidents
 
More serious and fatal than your typical automobile crash is the tractor-trailer accident. Often referred to as “Semi’s,” “Big Rig’s,” and “18 Wheelers” these incidents require an attention to detail and investigation above and beyond the everyday accident. While these vehicles are a major part of the supply network that keeps American businesses running smoothly they're also extremely dangerous in the hands of a careless operator.

While most trucking accidents occur at high speeds on the highway, even low-speed accidents can have catastrophic results. The difference in size, freight and weight between standard automobiles and these trucks is often a recipe for serious injury, if not death. Studies show that 85% of those killed in truck accidents are the occupants or passengers of the smaller vehicle. After a trucking accident it is important to act immediately to protect you and your loved ones unfortunately involved.

Federal Guidelines and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations require tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles to retain certain documents and accident information following an incident involving their trucks. Therefore investigators are often on the accident scene within hours including local law enforcement and representatives for the trucking company. It is imperative that you call 1-877-813-HELP immediately so we can secure and examine all available information, documents and in certain circumstances send our investigators out on your behalf.

While truck driver error is a common cause of accidents, there are many others. Unfortunately business profits and cutting overhead costs often take precedence over highway safety. Companies taking shortcuts can pose a serious risk to drivers sharing the roads with these massive trucks. Examples included malfunctioning brakes, broken safety lights, wrongly inflated and low tread on tires and drivers falling asleep at the wheel. We understand the complexity associated with these accidents and Robinson & Shah are dedicated to successfully helping victims of truck driving negligence obtain justice.

We have the financial resources to take on the biggest insurance companies with confidence. Our commitment to our clients is to see that they be fairly and quickly compensated for their pain and suffering, unpaid medical expenses and lost wages. After your accident the trucking or insurance representatives may attempt to contact you, ask you to provide a recorded statement, and minimize their liability. Do not discuss you accident with them or anyone before calling 1-877-813-HURT. We can help you evaluate your claim, deal with the insurance companies, secure experts to testify in your case and litigate your case in court, if necessary.
 

What to do after a truck accident:
1) Stop and assess the situation.
2) Call 911
3) If you are physically able to, get as much information from everyone at the accident scene especially any potential witnesses. At the very least write down the tag numbers of the vehicles involved in the accident.
4) Take pictures of damage to your vehicle and any other vehicle involved in the accident even if only with a camera phone.
5) Only speak to the police officer regarding your accident.
6) Review the police report and make sure all of the information is accurate.
7) Do not sign anything, or admit that you are in any way at fault.
8) Call Robinson & Shah immediately at 1-877-813-HURT