Commercial Motor Vehicle Collisions
Commercial motor vehicle collisions are particularly dangerous given the magnitude of damage that these vehicles can cause.
Commercial motor vehicle collisions are particularly dangerous given the magnitude of damage that these vehicles can cause. The companies that own and operate these vehicles owe the public a duty to ensure that they will operate on our roadways safely. When these companies fail to train their drivers or neglect to ensure that their vehicles are in safe working condition, devastating events take place.
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, large commercial trucks and buses were involved in almost 5,000 fatal crashes in 2020, with countless more involved in non-fatal crashes that caused serious injuries and property damage. The price that people pay as the result of these crashes is simply too high. The team here at Becker Law will relentlessly fight to make sure that commercial carriers are held accountable for their actions. Call us today.
What Do I Do If I Have Been Injured?
FIVE MAIN GOALS
ONE
If you have been injured in a crash involving semi-trucks or commercial vehicles, always make sure to retrieve the adverse driver’s identification, employment, and contact information, and insurance information. Many of these vehicles are marked with the company name in plain view, but not always. Initially, it may not always be apparent that an adverse driver is working on the job or operating a company vehicle during a crash. If 911 has not been called, give them a call without delay and ensure that first responders make contact with you to evaluate the scene and your injuries.
TWO
Always remember to do your best to have photographs taken of the scene from all angles, the vehicles involved, and any injuries you or your loved one have sustained.
THREE
Always try your best to identify any and all third-party witnesses who were on scene and assisting the parties involved. It is best to gather their full names and contact numbers along with their perspectives as witnesses to the incident.
Four
Always report the incident to your own insurance company as soon as reasonably possible. However, never agree to a recorded interview with any insurance company, whether your own or otherwise, prior to consulting with and hiring an attorney. It is also important to never guess about or downplay your injuries when talking to insurance adjusters. You will also want to ensure that the DMV has been notified anytime anyone is injured in a motor vehicle crash.
FIVE
Find and hire an attorney to represent you to take on all the stress and work of such an event off your shoulders. At Becker Law, LLC, we pride ourselves as being more accessible and attentive to our clients than most other law firms out there. We are truly aggressive and will not allow you to be taken advantage of by adverse parties and insurance companies.
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