Any vehicle accident can cause serious injury or death. However, truck accidents have a much higher chance of causing catastrophic injuries and fatalities due to their massive size and weight.
A fully loaded tractor-trailer rig can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. In comparison, an average passenger vehicle only weighs about 4,100 pounds. When the two collide, the passenger vehicle occupants are likely to suffer devastating damages.
If you have been injured in a big truck accident, you may be overwhelmed and panicked about whether and when you can get back to work, the bills piling up, and taking care of your family. Additionally, you probably have an insurance company pressuring you to accept a quick settlement offer.
Don’t be too quick to accept the insurance company’s offer. Their job is to pay you as little as possible. You need the representation of a skilled, experienced Stanwood truck accident attorney. Your attorney’s job is to get you the full compensation you are entitled to receive.
The truck accident attorneys at Wells Trumbull handle all the legal aspects of our client’s cases so they can focus on healing. We have a proven track record of winning big for our truck accident clients. We want to do the same for you.
If you have been injured in a big truck accident, you need the representation of a Standwood personal injury lawyer from Wells Trumbull.
Call us at (360) 322-1477 or go to our contact page now and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. We will listen to your story, answer your questions, explain your options, and help you take the next right steps to get the justice and compensation you deserve.
Common Types of Stanwood Truck Accidents
Some types of truck accidents are also common among passenger vehicles. Others are unique to big truck accidents.
Some of the most common types of Washington truck accidents include:
- Jackknife accidents occur when the truck’s trailer swings around toward the cab of the truck, forming a “V” shape. Jackknifing accidents can involve multiple vehicle lanes and cause numerous injuries and fatalities.
- Underride accidents happen when a vehicle collides with a truck and gets trapped underneath.
- Rollover accidents are much more common with large trucks due to their height.
- Wide-turn accidents can easily happen when trucks swing wide to make a right turn.
- Head-on collisions are always bad. However, a head-on collision with a big truck can be catastrophic.
- Blowouts are a common cause of truck accidents. When a tire fails, the truck driver can lose control and crash.
- Brake failure is another common cause of truck failure and can cause crashes.
These are only some of the types of trucking accidents that happen on highways each day. Any type of collision with a truck is likely to result in serious injuries. You need an experienced truck accident lawyer to investigate your accident to help determine all causes and potentially responsible parties.
Contact Us Today
If you have been injured in a truck accident, you likely have long-lasting injuries. You need an experienced Stanwood truck accident lawyer to help protect your rights and ensure all your current and future damages are included and accurately valued.
At Wells Trumbull, we have decades of experience representing Washington truck accident victims. We have a deep understanding of the laws and regulations impacting the trucking industry and a proven track record of recovering the full damages our clients are entitled to.
Contact us at (360) 322-1477 or complete the quick form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. If we represent you, we will work tirelessly to protect your rights and get you every dollar you deserve.