Los Angeles Truck Accident Attorneys

Our highways are constantly congested. One of the main reasons for our traffic has to do with the number of large trucks that clog our roadways. With so many autos and trucks in such close proximity traveling at such high speeds, it is no wonder that there are so many truck accidents on California highways. Big truck or big-rig accidents are among the most tragic accidents with the most serious consequences and catastrophic injuries. A semi hauling a load can weigh more than 80,000 pounds and when such a large vehicle slams into a passenger vehicle, the results are almost always disastrous.

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are about half a million truck accidents each year and about 5,000 result in fatalities. In fact, 12 percent of all traffic deaths in the United States are caused by truck accidents. Reports have also indicated that when a tractor-trailer or big-rug collides with an auto, the chances that the passengers will suffer catastrophic injuries or death rise exponentially.

Determining fault when it comes to the cause of truck accidents is an inexact science. A common myth is that most of these accidents are caused by truck drivers, but that is not true. Only about 25 percent of big-rig crashes are the truck driver’s fault. Often, the accident is caused because of an error made by the operator of the secondary vehicle involved in the truck accident.

When the truck driver is at fault, the reasons are most likely the following:

• Driver fatigue caused by long shifts
• Distracted driving (using cell phones, etc)
• Tailgating
• Aggressive driving or speeding
• Overloading the truck
• Failure to maintain the vehicle properly
• Failure to install blind spot mirrors
• Jackknifing
• Alcohol or drug use

If you or a loved one has suffered major injuries in a Los Angeles truck accident, call the experienced and knowledgeable Los Angeles personal injury attorneys at Ellis Law Corporation. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries or loss. Trucking firms are required to maintain detailed logs of the hours their drivers have worked to make sure they are in compliance with the law.

We will make sure that a thorough investigation is conducted in your case and your rights are protected. Call us today to schedule your free appointment with a skilled Los Angeles trucking accident lawyer.

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Contact an Ellis Law Corporation attorney today at (866) 554-4658 or at (310) 641-3335.