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Truck Accident Attorneys in Fort Myers
As the operators of the biggest and heaviest vehicles on the road, truck drivers owe it to other drivers and passengers to be careful. Unfortunately, accidents still occur, often resulting in severe injuries, permanent disabilities or even fatalities. People injured in truck accidents face a high risk of becoming paralyzed, losing a limb or suffering other permanently debilitating injuries in these awful crashes. If you or a loved one has been in a truck accident, the skilled attorneys at Kanner & Pintaluga will pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.
Types of Truck Accidents
- Rear-End Collisions: Trucks require a longer distance to come to a complete stop, making them more susceptible to rear-end collisions.
- Jackknife Accidents: Jackknifing is when a truck's trailer swings out to the side at a severe angle, resembling the shape of a folding knife. This is often the result of a truck driver braking abruptly, causing the trailer to skid uncontrollably.
- Rollover Accidents: Like rollover accidents with other vehicles, these occur when a truck tips over onto its side or roof, often causing extensive damage and injuries to vehicles in its path. These accidents can be triggered by factors such as speeding, sharp turns or unbalanced cargo.
- Underride Accidents: An underride accident occurs when smaller vehicles get fully or partially trapped underneath the truck. This can be caused by a truck stopping suddenly or changing lanes without warning and can result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities for people in the smaller car.
- Wide Turns: Because trucks require wide turns to account for their length, they can potentially cause collisions with other vehicles or pedestrians occupying adjacent lanes.
- Tire Blowouts: A blown-out tire on a large truck can cause the driver to lose control, leading to collisions with nearby vehicles or obstacles.
What Should I Do If I’ve Been in a Truck Accident?
Call for medical assistance right away. Even if you don’t think you sustained any injuries, the damage may just not be obvious yet. Getting examined by a healthcare professional can ensure any injuries aren’t neglected. Having injuries that worsen due to a lack of treatment or injuries that aren’t properly documented by medical professionals can complicate your injury claim.
If you can move your vehicle out of the flow of traffic safely, do so as soon as possible and turn on your hazard lights to alert other drivers. It’s also essential to take pictures of everything at the scene of the accident to use when filing your claim, including vehicle damage and any visible injuries.
While you should exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver, refrain from admitting fault in any capacity. This also applies when you are talking to the police. Even an offhanded “sorry” could be used against you by the insurance company.
Talk to your insurance provider as soon as possible after an accident and consider consulting with a truck accident injury attorney to strengthen your claim’s chances of success.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Accidents
Can I Still Pursue Compensation if the Truck Driver Fled the Scene of the Accident?
Yes. An attorney will help you investigate potential witnesses who could identify the truck driver and explore other legal options to pursue the compensation you deserve.
Why Are Insurance Companies Not on Your Side During a Truck Accident Case?
Since they’re profit-based businesses, insurance companies prioritize their profits over generous (or even fair) claim payments to injured people. They may try to undervalue or deny your personal injury claim by underestimating your injuries or discrediting evidence to avoid compensating you properly.
Hire a Fort Myers Truck Accident Attorney Who Will Advocate for Your Interests
Although you have four years from the date of the incident to file your claim, the sooner you do so, the stronger your case will be. At Kanner & Pintaluga, we’ll provide you with grounded expertise and aggressive representation as we vigorously pursue the best possible outcome for your claim.
The experienced truck accident attorneys at our Fort Myers personal injury law firm will dedicate themselves to your claim and fight for compensation that completely covers the damages you’ve incurred. To schedule a free case consultation with one of our attorneys, call (800) 586-5555 today.
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