Oroville Truck Accident Lawyer

Ready to Fight for Your Entitled Compensation

Truck accidents are often catastrophic, resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. In the aftermath of a truck accident, knowing how to proceed or what to do next can be difficult. The good news is that you don’t have to face this difficult time alone. Our team of attorneys is prepared to guide you through the legal process and help you seek the fair recovery you are owed. We understand the unique complexities of truck accident claims and can help maximize your settlement or award.

At the Law Offices of Larry S. Buckley, we have been representing the injured and the wronged in Oroville and the surrounding areas. Our Oroville truck accident attorney has successfully handled thousands of cases and has a proven track record of success.

Call our office today at (530) 413-0245 or online to schedule a free initial consultation with our team.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents

A truck accident refers to a collision involving a large commercial vehicle, such as a semi-truck, tractor-trailer, 18-wheeler, or any other type of heavy truck, with another vehicle, pedestrian, or stationary object. These accidents can be particularly dangerous due to the size and weight of trucks, often resulting in severe injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage.

Common causes of truck accidents include:

• Driver Fatigue: Truck drivers often work long hours, leading to exhaustion. Fatigue can impair a driver's reaction time, judgment, and ability to focus, increasing the risk of accidents.
• Speeding: Exceeding speed limits or driving too fast for road conditions can make it difficult for truck drivers to control their vehicles, especially when they need to stop suddenly.
• Distracted Driving: Distractions such as using a phone, eating, or adjusting the radio can divert a driver's attention from the road, leading to accidents.
• Impaired Driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or certain medications can severely impair a truck driver's ability to operate the vehicle safely.
• Poor Weather Conditions: Rain, snow, fog, or icy roads can make driving hazardous, particularly for large trucks, which may have difficulty stopping or maneuvering in adverse weather.
• Mechanical Failures: Brake failures, tire blowouts, or other mechanical issues due to poor maintenance or manufacturing defects can lead to accidents.
• Overloading: Trucks carrying loads that exceed the legal weight limit can become unstable, leading to rollovers or other types of accidents.
• Inadequate Training: Inexperienced or improperly trained truck drivers may not have the skills needed to handle large vehicles in various situations, increasing the likelihood of accidents.
• Improper Loading: If cargo is not secured properly or distributed unevenly, it can shift during transit, causing the truck to become unbalanced and potentially leading to an accident.
• Aggressive Driving: Tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, or other forms of aggressive driving can create dangerous situations on the road, particularly for large trucks.

Who is Liable for a Truck Accident?

Liability in a truck accident case is not always easy to determine. In some cases, more than one party may be to blame for the accident. Determining liability will require a thorough investigation of the accident, the trucking company, and the driver involved.

Our team is prepared to investigate the accident and collect all available evidence in order to determine who is liable. We will identify all potentially liable parties and work to hold them accountable. Some of the most commonly liable parties in truck accident cases include:

• The truck driver
• The trucking company
• The manufacturer of the truck or truck parts
• The truck’s cargo loading company
• The truck’s maintenance company
• The truck’s leasing company

How Long Do I Have to File a Truck Accident Lawsuit?

In the state of California, you have two years from the date of a truck accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you fail to file a claim within this two-year time frame, you will likely lose your right to recover compensation. There are some exceptions to this rule, so it is important that you reach out to an attorney as soon as possible to discuss your case. If your loved one was killed in a truck accident, you have two years from the date of their death to file a wrongful death lawsuit.

What Compensation is Available for Truck Accident Victims?

Truck accident victims may be able to recover compensation for a variety of economic and non-economic damages, including:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Loss of earning capacity
• Rehabilitation and physical therapy
• Disfigurement and scarring
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Loss of consortium
• Property damage
• And more

How Can a Truck Accident Attorney Help?

Truck accident cases are often far more complex than other types of motor vehicle accident cases. They involve multiple parties, including trucking companies and their insurance providers, and are subject to a variety of state and federal trucking regulations. In order to successfully recover compensation, you will need to prove that the truck driver or another party was negligent and that this negligence directly caused your injuries.

When you hire our firm, we will:

• Investigate the trucking company and driver involved, including their driving and safety records, training, and more
• Review the truck’s maintenance records, as well as the records of the company responsible for maintaining the truck
• Examine the truck’s “black box” data, which can provide information about the truck’s speed, braking, and more
• Review the truck’s cargo logs and the company responsible for loading and securing the cargo
• Work with accident reconstruction experts, medical experts, and other professionals to build a strong case
• Handle all communication and negotiations with the trucking company’s insurance provider
• Prepare your case for trial, if necessary, and represent you in court

Contact us today at (530) 413-0245 to speak with our Oroville truck accident lawyers.