Truck Accident Attorneys in Fairfax, Manassas, Centreville and Front Royal, VA
Proven lawyers seek payment for people hit by tractor trailers
In a typical year, there are more than 2,000 accidents involving large trucks in Virginia. The number of injuries resulting in collisions usually approaches 1,000, with the people who are hit by a semi truck or other type of big rig usually incurring the more severe injuries. Depending on the specific circumstances, victims could suffer catastrophic harm requiring years of treatment and massive medical expenses. The legal hurdles can be tougher in these cases as well, because other parties besides the drivers might be liable for the crash. From offices in Fairfax, Manassas, Centreville and Front Royal, the attorneys at Pikrallidas & Probasco stand up for truck accident victims in Virginia and Washington, D.C. We know how to take on trucking companies, drivers and other defendants to bring our clients the legal relief they’re entitled to.
Regulations and safety requirements that govern commercial vehicles
Recognizing the devastating harm that results from commercial vehicle accidents, numerous regulations exist to lessen the likelihood of a severe truck crash. A person cannot even legally operate a big rig without a Commercial Driver’s License. If you or someone you love has been hit by a large truck, we will review the pertinent records to determine if the driver was legally qualified to operate that particular vehicle. Using the truck’s event data recorder, physical evidence and witness testimony, our lawyers can also investigate whether the truck was speeding or if the driver had spent too many hours behind the wheel.
Common causes of truck accidents
Common causes of truck accidents include:
- Driver fatigue — Commercial vehicle operators often face heavy deadline pressure. This leads some to break the rules on driver rest or to use stimulants in order to stay awake.
- Overloaded trucks — When contractors and trucking companies try to cut corners by overloading their trucks, the vehicles become much more difficult to operate. This might lead to braking problems that lead to jackknifed tractor trailers.
- Poor maintenance — Large trucks are complicated machines with detailed maintenance schedules. Failure to follow the necessary safety measures creates an unreasonable risk.
- Untrained drivers — Obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License is a multifaceted process to ensure that the person behind the wheel of a big rig is qualified. In cases where the at-fault driver lacked the proper training, license or endorsement, we press to hold them and their employers accountable.
- Mechanical defects — A vehicle or part that is not made well could have devastating consequences if the equipment remains in place and the flaw is not corrected.
Having achieved strong results for personal injury victims since 1992, our firm knows how to take on powerful adversaries and win in truck accident lawsuits.
Injuries that frequently occur in commercial vehicle collisions
Even an empty tractor trailer weighs tens of thousands of pounds. Whether you’re inside a car, walking on the street or riding a bike, the odds are high that you will suffer a significant injury if you’re hit by a commercial vehicle. While you might be able to escape with some fractured bones or torn ligaments, many truck crashes leave victims with catastrophic injuries, such as brain injuries and spinal cord damage. Your claim against the liable defendants is your one chance to secure the compensation you need to account for the disruption to your life. That is why our firm aggressively represents truck accident victims at the negotiation table and in court.
Contact an experienced Virginia truck accident lawyer for a free consultation
Pikrallidas & Probasco pursues compensation for individuals harmed in truck accidents in Virginia and Washington, D.C. We have offices in Fairfax, Manassas, Centreville and Front Royal, and provide free initial consultations. Please call 703-267-2600 or contact us online for an appointment. Hablamos español.