Being involved in a truck accident can turn your world upside down. Unfortunately, such accidents have become all too common. According to the United States Department of Transportation, there were more than 2,000 accidents involving large trucks on Colorado roads in 2022, resulting in 664 serious injuries and 96 fatalities. No matter what precautions you take, there is always...
Continue ReadingVehicle accidents involving commercial trucks can be devastating, causing severe damage, life-changing injuries, and even death. If you live in or drive through Colorado, understanding the trends in truck accident statistics may help you appreciate their potential risks, causes, and consequences. If you or someone you love has been in an accident involving a semi or other type of...
Continue ReadingNo one knows when they will need a personal injury lawyer. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries happen to people when they least expect it. Truck accidents can be especially devastating. Due to the sheer size difference between trucks and passenger vehicles, the injuries resulting in these collisions are often catastrophic and permanently disrupt a victim’s daily life. You should speak...
Continue ReadingIf you sustained injuries in a semi-truck accident, you could have the legal right to bring a personal injury claim for your damages. Understandably, prospective clients want to know how much compensation they can collect in a semi-truck settlement. However, every case differs, which means every settlement is unique. To learn what your case is potentially worth, it’s best...
Continue ReadingWith more delivery and long-haul transport trucks on the road now, you may wonder what would happen if you got into an accident with one. Would the driver have insurance? Can you only recover from the driver, or is their employer liable too? These are important questions, and understanding vicarious liability law will help to answer them. In this...
Continue ReadingNo one likes driving near a large truck; however, it’s an everyday part of life for many motorists. To protect yourself when sharing the road with semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles, you should understand the various truck accident causes and the steps you can take to avoid them. While you can’t avoid every accident, by understanding the risks...
Continue ReadingIf you sustained injuries in a Colorado semi-truck accident, you could be entitled to compensation for your economic and non-economic damages. Commercial trucking accidents tend to cause especially serious injuries, leaving victims in need of extensive medical treatment and care. Recovering compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering helps ensure that you have what you...
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