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If you suffered injuries because of a truck accident caused by a company’s negligence, contact one of our experienced truck accident due to company negligence lawyers in New Jersey today for a free consultation.
Trucks transport goods throughout the United States and support the nation’s economy. The number of trucks on the road continues to grow each year, meaning that every driver on the road must share space with these much larger, heavier vehicles. Even in the best-case scenario, with responsible drivers, large trucks create risks because they:
It is crucial that companies that hire truck drivers ensure that the operators are fully trained and capable of driving these vehicles. Of course, the nature of the trucking industry is such that drivers must maintain strict schedules and meet demanding deadlines. The strain placed on the drivers can lead to acts of negligence for carelessness. For instance, one significant problem truck drivers face is driver fatigue. Federal regulations permit drivers to stay on the road for as much as eleven hours in one stretch. With so much time behind the wheel, many drivers lose the ability to focus on the road and become tired or sleepy. Fatigued driving is dangerous, and some studies suggest that drivers are at a much greater risk of causing a collision when they travel for more than eight hours at a time.
If a truck driver commits an act of negligence, the driver and the company can share in the liability for that incident. For the victim and their family, recovering compensation will be a vital step in healing following a potentially catastrophic event. If you suffered injuries because of a truck accident caused by a company’s negligence, contact one of our experienced truck accident due to company negligence lawyers in New Jersey today.
The attorneys with The Epstein Law Firm dedicate themselves to fighting for the rights of crash victims and their loved ones. Do not wait to schedule a no-obligation consultation with one of our compassionate truck accident lawyers in Hackensack NJ for a free consultation.
Sometimes a truck driver might engage in negligent behavior that a company could not predict. However, other times, trucking companies engage in negligent practices themselves, which will lead to direct liability in the event of a crash. Some ways that a truck company might be liable for a crash involving one of their vehicles include the following:
Trucking regulations exist to protect the truck drivers and everyone with whom they share the road. Violating these regulations will potentially mean fatal or catastrophic injuries for individuals on the roads.
Even in cases where the truck company did not directly play a role in the cause of the crash, that company might be vicariously liable for their driver’s actions. This law can be an essential fact for injury victims because the company may hold insurance policies or have assets that will cover more significant damages, such as those victims in these severe collisions often suffer.
There are many regulations and laws designed to protect the public from crashes involving massive commercial vehicles. The trucking industry knows that they are responsible for following these laws. Still, sometimes, drivers or companies will fail to follow such regulations to improve their efficiency at the expense of everyone’s safety. If you are a victim because of these irresponsible actions, you have the right to pursue compensation from the people or company who caused you harm. At The Epstein Law Firm, we take an aggressive approach to holding truck companies liable when their actions lead to injuries.
Never wait to reach out to an experienced lawyer. State law places time limits on your claim, and evidence becomes more challenging to collect the more time passes. At The Epstein Law Firm, we understand that you need to focus on healing. Let us take the responsibility of holding the people who injured you liable for their actions.
Following a severe crash, you may hear from attorneys or insurance companies looking to offer settlements. Insurance adjusters frequently approach crash victims to offer low ball settlements to check to include their claims. Your attorney can represent you in negotiations with these companies and prevent them from attempting to offer an unfair resolution tear claim. Contact The Epstein Law Firm today to schedule a consultation with one of our dedicated truck accident due to company negligence lawyers in New Jersey today.
Catastrophic accidents can lead to confusion. Victims often do not know the steps they should take following one of these horrific events. Below are some of the common questions our clients ask.
If you are partly at fault for the crash that caused your injuries, you might still be able to recover damages from the truck company that also led to the collision. State law dictates that you can hold another driver liable for your injuries if they are at least 50 percent at fault. If you are more than 50 percent at fault for the collision that caused you harm, you will not be able to collect damages from a trucking company. If you are partly responsible for the crash, the court will reduce your damages to reflect your share of liability. For example, if you are 20 percent at fault based on the court’s assessment, the judge will reduce your damages by 20percent. In a case for $100,000, you can recover $80,000, a $20,000 reduction based on your share of responsibility for the collision.
You should speak to an attorney as soon as possible following a truck crash. If you wait too long, the state will prevent you from pursuing your claim. The statute of limitations allows two years to file a lawsuit. However, your lawyer can begin helping before you even file your claim. For instance, your attorney can speak to insurance companies on your behalf and avoid you needing to negotiate settlement offers with adjusters. Your lawyer will also start investigating the accident and building a strategy for pursuing damages in court.
The first thing that comes to mind when I think of The Epstein Law Firm is, “These guys know what they are doing!” Being involved in a lawsuit is emotionally draining. Having a team like them to support you is like having the best captain in uncharted waters. Aside from being my lawyers and doing their job, it felt like they genuinely cared about me and my mental state. No words can ever fully express my gratitude.
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