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Trucking/Tractor Trailer Accidents

TRUCK/TRACTOR TRAILER

If you or a loved one has been harmed in a truck/tractor trailer accident, Chappell, Smith & Arden stands ready to help.

Accidents involving tractor trailer trucks are often more catastrophic than a typical automobile accident.

While a typical automobile weighs approximately 3000 pounds, a tractor trailer truck may weigh up to 80,000 pounds.  Recent statistics show that truck/tractor trailer accidents are up to 150,000 accidents per year in the United States.  These accidents account for over 90,000 injuries and over 5,000 deaths per year.

Litigation of truck/tractor trailer accidents is often quite complex.

Numerous rules and regulations, as well as federal and state laws, regulate the standards of trucking companies.  These laws require certain safety standards such as licensing and training requirements, truck inspections, and tracking the number of hours drivers are on the road.

Many times the truck/tractor trailer driver is employed by a large corporation.

The negligent driver will have access to extensive legal resources through their company and its insurance carrier, all of whom will be working to reduce your recovery.  It is important to have an experienced truck accident attorney to fight for the compensation you are entitled to and ensure that your rights are protected.  Do not give a written or recorded statement to an insurance company without first speaking with an attorney.

Our attorneys understand the trucking industry and know what to investigate.

The experienced and dependable attorneys of Chappell, Smith & Arden represent individuals injured by the negligent conduct of trucking companies and their employees.  If a trucking company cut corners or failed to meet required standards, our attorneys will expose those failures through thorough and diligent investigation.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a truck/tractor trailer accident, you may be entitled to compensation.

Damages the victim of a truck accident may be entitled to include loss of earnings, pain and suffering, past medical expenses, expected future medical expenses related to the accident, and compensation for permanent injuries.

Call us for a free consultation to see if we can help.

Our attorneys understand that this can be a very difficult time for the victims of truck/tractor trailer accidents and their families.Our attorneys stand ready to discuss your case with you and assist with any questions or concerns related to your claim.

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