Newark Truck Accident Lawyer

If you or your loved one has sustained injuries in a truck accident, speaking with a Newark truck accident lawyer about your rights is the best thing to do.  Our truck accident attorneys can help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Do not allow the insurance company to persuade you to accept a settlement offer that does not cover all of your injuries and losses.

Speak with a Newark truck accident attorney at Rosengard Law Group today. Call 856-284-6446

We will answer your questions and fight for your right to receive the maximum compensation for your injuries and losses.

It’s Strongly Advised To Get Help From A Newark Truck Accident Lawyer

The injuries you receive in a truck accident can change your life. Some of these changes may even be permanent. You may not be able to return to work, and with your bills already piling up from missing time due to your injuries, you could face serious financial hardships due to this accident.

Let Rosengard Law Group fight for your rights and ensure you receive the maximum compensation. Insurance companies always try to reduce the value of a claim. 

What Makes Truck Accidents Different Than Car Accidents?

Truck accidents are much different than car accidents and will require the assistance of a Newark truck accident attorney to process the compensation claim. Some of the differences in these types of accidents include:

More Serious Injuries

The injuries received in an 18-wheeler accident are almost always more serious than that of a car accident. Many of these injuries are considered catastrophic or life-altering.  Semi-trucks are five times the size and can weigh up to 12 times as much as a passenger vehicle. The impact of these much larger vehicles can have a devastating effect on the passenger vehicle.

More Property Damage

The size and weight of the semi-truck also play a large part in the amount of personal property damage. The impact of the larger vehicle will cause significantly more damage to the passenger vehicle than a vehicle of equal size.

Trucking Companies Carry Much Larger Insurance Policies

It is not unusual for an insurance policy covering a commercial truck to be valued at 50 times the amount of a passenger vehicle. This is because the trucking companies understand the significant expenses associated with a truck accident.

However, because these policies are so high, the insurance companies can become overly aggressive in reducing the amount of compensation. Their goal is to pay out as little as possible on a claim, regardless of how this impacts the injury victim.

This means that regardless of your injuries, you must be ready to battle with the insurance company over your claim. Our attorneys are ready to take on this battle on your behalf so that we can secure the largest compensation package for your losses.

Commercial Trucks Are Governed By More Regulations

In addition to the regular laws governing vehicles operating on the roadways, truck drivers are subjected to federal driving laws because they often cross state lines as part of their job.

Many of these regulations involve the time they can drive each day, logbook requirements, maintenance schedules, and licensing requirements. There are also laws governing special sizes of loads, overweight loads, and hazardous materials. 

Our truck accident lawyers know the laws and regulations that govern the trucking industry. We will complete a full investigation of the accident, including if any of these laws were violated.

Truck accidents are complex issues and require the knowledge and experience of a skilled Newark truck accident lawyer to handle.

Who Can Be Held Liable For A Truck Accident?

Establishing fault for a truck accident can be difficult because there are many parties involved with each load. Our attorneys will completely investigate your accident to establish who is at fault. If it is found that there are multiple parties at fault, we will hold each accountable.

Some of the parties that may be held responsible for the accident include: the driver, the trucking company and the owner, the leasing company (if this applies), the company that loaded the truck (if it contributed to the cause of the accident), the maintenance company, any manufacturers of any parts of the vehicle. 

What Types of Lawsuits Do Newark Truck Accident Lawyers File?

Our attorneys are experienced in managing truck accident claims. We will work for you to get the most compensation for your losses. Some of the types of lawsuits we may file on your behalf include the following:

Negligence

Our attorneys will file a negligence claim to recover compensation for your injuries. We will establish that negligent actions occurred to cause the accident. Some forms of negligence that cause truck accidents include:

• Distracted driving
• Driving recklessly
• Driving under the influence
• Driving overloaded or without load properly secured
• Hiring inexperienced drivers or drivers without proper licenses
• Failing to train drivers
• Failure to maintain trucks
• Improper documentation of hours driven

Product Liability

We will file a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the truck, trailer, or any truck component that had a design flaw that led to the accident.

Wrongful Death

If your loved one dies due to a trucking accident, we will file a wrongful death suit on behalf of the surviving family members.  We will gather the necessary evidence to secure compensation for the loss of your loved one.

What Can A Newark Truck Accident Lawyer Do For Me?

Our Newark truck accident lawyers are experienced in helping accident victims secure compensation for their injuries and losses from a truck accident.

We know the tricks that insurance adjusters use to minimize compensation, and we fight these tactics aggressively. 

Our attorneys will investigate the accident and gather the necessary evidence to build a solid compensation claim.

Some of the things we will do to build your claim include:

• Obtain and review police reports
• Interview witnesses
• Review all medical records
• Review pictures, video, and other documents related to the accident
• Get and review truck black box data
• Review drug and alcohol testing of the driver
• Consult experts in a variety of fields to establish the actual cause of the accident and long term impacts of your injuries

You can rely on Rosengard Law Group to use their resources and knowledge to build a solid claim for compensation.

What Types of Compensation Will My Newark Truck Accident Lawyer Seek?

Every accident claim will be different based on the facts of the case. However, our attorneys will seek all forms of compensation that you may be entitled to for your losses.

Some of these forms of compensation include:

• Current medical expenses
• Long-term medical care and expenses
• Lost income and benefits
• Future earning capacity
• Related expenses, including but not limited to: costs associated with getting to doctor appointments, costs to change home or vehicle to accommodate your injuries, and costs for services you cannot perform such as yard work, child care, or dog walking.
• Pain and Suffering: this will be based on the facts of your case and will differ for each person.
• Other forms of compensation: there may be other forms of compensation that you are entitled to based on your losses. We will uncover every penny we can find.

What’s a Truck Accident Wrongful Death Case?

If the accident resulted in the loss of life, certain family members might be able to seek compensation for their losses through a wrongful death lawsuit. Speak with one of the injury lawyers at Rosengard Law Group if you have lost a loved one due to a truck accident.

What Are The Common Causes Of Truck Accidents?

There are numerous reasons why a truck accident can happen. Our attorneys are skilled at finding the true cause of your accident. 

Some of the areas that we will explore when establishing fault for the accident include:

Driver Error

Drivers may drive distracted while fatigued or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or certain prescribed or over-the-counter medications that impact their ability to drive. Some drivers may drive recklessly or at excessive speeds. Some drivers may also use excessive speed and break driving laws to meet quick delivery deadlines set by their company.

Improper Truck Loading

The load on every truck must be distributed correctly to keep the trailer balanced. Loads must also be secured properly to keep them from shifting when the trailer is in motion. Shifting or improperly balanced loads can lead to trailers being uncontrollable by the driver.

Truck Maintenance

Trucks often drive thousands of miles weekly and can carry very heavy loads. It is easy to understand why these vehicles can experience a lot of wear and tear. These vehicles must be continually maintained so that brake pads and tire tread do not get too low to make them unsafe.

Commercial Truck Equipment Failure

Even when the trucks have been maintained on schedule, the loads are secured properly, and the driver obeys traffic laws, there are instances when a mechanical failure occurs due to a part defect. We will examine this area as a potential cause of the accident.

Schedule A Free Consultation With A Newark Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck accidents are often complicated matters that involve multiple laws, multiple insurance companies, and potentially multiple parties. This means a lot of chaos and confusion for the injury victim when trying to determine who will pay for their losses.

Often facing serious injuries and extended recovery times, injury victims must focus on their recovery rather than dealing with insurance adjusters.

Hiring a Newark truck accident attorney at Rosengard Law Group to manage your case can relieve a lot of stress and ensure a fair outcome to your compensation claim.

Our attorneys use their knowledge and resources to build a solid case for our clients. We’ll thoroughly research the truck accident and make sure all responsible parties for this event pay their fair share.

There is never a legal fee for truck accident victims until their case is won. We work on the contingency that we will win your case.

Get a free consultation with Rosengard Law Group today. Call 856-284-6446