Newport Beach Truck Accident Attorneys
The Newport Beach truck accident lawyers of Bisnar Chase are here to help if you have been injured in an auto accident involving a semi truck or 18-wheeler.
These huge vehicles are a common sight on the roads in and around Newport Beach. But they can also pose extreme dangers to other drivers. While a car accident can be catastrophic, a truck crash is more likely to result in major damage and severe injuries because of the sheer size, weight, and force involved.
Bisnar Chase has been representing truck accident victims throughout Orange County for more than 40 years, and our personal injury lawyers may be able to help you too. Before talking to the other side's insurance agents, you should contact Bisnar Chase for a free consultation with a skilled Newport Beach truck accident attorney. We will fight for you, and do everything we can to make sure you get the justice and compensation you deserve.
Call (949) 203-3814 for immediate help from a top-class truck accident lawyer in Newport Beach.
Common Truck Accident Causes in Newport Beach
Many of the most common causes of truck accidents in Newport Beach involve some form of negligence on the part of the truck driver.
The top crash causes include:
Speeding
A truck driving too fast – especially when it is carrying a heavy load in a tractor trailer truck – is a recipe for disaster and can lead to a serious crash.
Distracted Driving
If a driver is texting, eating, or doing something else which takes their attention from the road, it can be extremely dangerous for everyone around them.
Fatigue
While there are laws in place to stop truckers from spending too many consecutive hours on the road, tiredness can still be a huge problem and cause a loss of concentration.
Inexperienced Driver Negligence
Driving a commercial truck is not the same as driving a car. An inexperienced driver may be more likely to make a mistake as they are less used to the truck-driving challenges.
Load Issues
If a truck is hauling a heavy load, it is vital that its trailer is properly attached. A mistake in loading and securing the cargo, or a malfunction with the trailer, could cause a major accident.
Road Conditions
A truck accident could be caused by a poorly-maintained or marked road. This can lead to driver confusion or erratic driving, which can result in a dangerous driving situation.
Truck Accident Statistics
- Trucks which are hauling huge trailers often weigh up to 30 times more than regular cars.
- The stopping distance for a cargo truck traveling within highway speed limits is more than 500 ft.
- About one in 10 of all auto accident deaths on highways happen in truck crashes.
- More than 4,750 people died in truck crashes across the U.S. in 2017.
- About $20 billion is awarded to truck accident victims through court cases and insurance settlements every year.
Who Is Liable for a Newport Beach Truck Accident?
When it comes to truck crash personal injury cases, liability can depend on a few different factors.
It will often rest on the cause of the crash itself. It is important to identify the careless or negligent party, and how their actions caused the accident. In shared-fault cases, comparative negligence may apply.
But another factor which can impact liability is the situation of the truck itself. If it is a commercial truck, it may not be as simple as just blaming the driver.
These are some of the possible liable parties in Newport Beach truck crash cases:
- The truck driver.
- The owner of the truck.
- The trucking company that the driver works for.
- Those responsible for loading the cargo onto the truck.
- The truck manufacturer or those responsible for its maintenance.
An experienced truck accident lawyer in Newport Beach will be able to assess your case and help identify the parties which should be named in an injury claim.
What to Do After a Newport Beach Truck Crash
- Move away from your vehicle to safety if possible.
- Get medical attention.
- Call the police.
- Document the scene, secure witness statements, and organize your evidence.
- Contact an expert truck accident attorney in Newport Beach.
After you have been involved in a truck accident it is important that you arrange and organize all evidence which helps to form a picture of what happened.
Make sure you take pictures of the scene and the vehicles involved following the crash, as long as you are able to do so safely. Speak to anyone who saw the incident, and get statements or contact details for them.
You can also request the police report for the incident – which may provide an indication of the cause of the accident – as well as your own medical bills and reports showing the extent of your injuries.
Once you have assembled all potential evidence, contact the Newport Beach truck accident lawyers of Bisnar Chase. It is important to hire your chosen attorney as soon as possible after a crash.
Lawyers for Truck Drivers
In most personal injury claim cases, it is assumed that the truck driver was at fault. This is often because car crashes and motorcycle accidents involving trucks will almost always involve the other vehicle coming off worse. But this is not always the case.
Independent truck drivers who become crash victims – and are hurt due to the negligence of another driver – can also seek help from a Newport Beach truck accident lawyer.
Common Truck Accident Injuries
If you are hit by a truck as a pedestrian or a driver of another vehicle, it is likely that you will suffer serious injuries. Trucks are large and extremely heavy. They are difficult to stop quickly, and any collision involving a truck is likely to carry a lot of force.
Common truck crash injuries include:
- Cuts, scrapes and bruises
- Broken bones
- Internal organ damage
- Whiplash
- Head injuries
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries – possibly resulting in paralysis
- Death
Compensation for a Newport Beach Truck Accident
If you have been injured in a collision involving a truck, there is a good chance that you will be entitled to compensation for your pain, suffering, and any lasting or life-altering effects suffered.
There is no guaranteed level of compensation though. This will always depend on the circumstances of a crash, and how badly you have been impacted by it.
A huge range of factors can help decide what level of compensation a victim might receive after being injured in a truck crash. They include:
- Property damage
- The types of injuries suffered
- Pain and suffering
- Anxiety and mental anguish caused
- Medical bills and expenses
- Lost wages
- A loss of livelihood (if the injuries are bad enough to stop the victim working)
- Ongoing care and rehab costs
- Specialist equipment (in the case of disabilities)
- Compensation for loss of life
High-quality legal representation from a Newport Beach personal injury attorney who specializes in truck accident cases can go a long way toward maximizing the amount of compensation the victim gets.
Beat the Insurance Companies with a Truck Accident Lawyer
Many of the trucks on the road are being driven for large commercial companies. These large trucking companies often have big legal teams and insurance firms behind them.
When dealing with the aftermath of a truck crash, it is important to remember that the opposition insurance agents are not working toward your best interests. It is their job to settle the case as quickly as possible, for the least money possible.
Don't let a large trucking company take advantage of you if it is at fault for a crash. Always talk to a truck accident lawyer before entering discussions with the insurance company. It is also a good idea to have your attorney present through negotiations.
What to Look for in the Best Newport Beach Truck Accident Lawyers
Not all attorneys are equal. At Bisnar Chase, we pride ourselves on proving superior representation, and firmly believe we have the best lawyers for the job when it comes to truck accident cases in and around Newport Beach.
Here are some of the factors you should look for in a high-quality firm and lawyer:
- A law firm with a well-established history of success.
- A firm which has handled – and won – cases similar to yours.
- A firm with trained trial lawyers who are ready to fight for you in court.
- A firm which advances all costs and offers a 'No Win, No Fee' guarantee.
- A firm which is flexible and responsive to your needs.
Why Hire Bisnar Chase for Your Truck Accident Case?
At Bisnar Chase, we can offer elite truck crash legal representation for those who have been injured in and around Newport Beach.
If you have sustained injuries in a collision with a truck, we can help. We have been in business for more than 40 years, helping countless victims over that span. The lawyers at Bisnar Chase have a 96% success rate, winning more than $500 million for our clients.
We believe in securing justice for our clients and offer a 'No Win, No Fee' guarantee. This means that our services are open to everyone, and will not cost a dime unless we win the case.
Call (949) 203-3814 for immediate help, or visit our offices in Newport Beach. You can also click to contact us now for a free consultation.
