New York Truck Accident Attorney

Big Rig, Tractor Trailer & Other Commercial Truck Accidents in New York

There are a high number of commercial trucks travelling the highways and streets throughout New York, posing a serious danger to drivers of cars, vans, SUVs and other vehicles. A fully-loaded semi weighs as much as 80,000 lbs, and the high profile and size of the vehicle make it far more difficult to operate and safely maneuver. The trucking industry and drivers are regulated by both state and federal law, and all drivers are required to be carefully trained and tested in safe vehicle operation. Unfortunately, not all drivers are in compliance with regulations, nor are trucking firms.

Cases involving tired drivers who have failed to get sufficient rest as required by law, those that are intoxicated by drugs or alcohol, and aggressive truck drivers have been responsible for some of the deadliest accidents in New York. At our firm, Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnell & Ryan LLP, we serve as counsel in personal injury claims, and we have achieved many significant victories over our years in practice. We have to date, recovered over $420 million in settlements and verdicts for our injured clients. We are very familiar with the process in truck accident cases, and we urge you to speak with us about your case as quickly as possible.

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There are various circumstances beyond truck driver negligence that could be the underlying cause of a serious injury accident. A truck that has not been properly maintained, has been loaded incorrectly, or a truck part or system has failed are all possible reasons why a truck could go out of control. There are various facts that must be established in order to recover damages, including the identity of all liable parties, whether the truck driver, trucking firm, truck manufacturer, parts manufacturer, maintenance firm or other party. A personal injury lawsuit could name several parties, who will be forced to share in the payment of compensation to injured victims.

The supporting evidence can include written logs, the information from the "black box" installed in trucks, witness reports, maintenance reports, and an investigation into truck maintenance and loading, as well as other data. These claims can take some time to resolve, as a federal investigation must be concluded into the accident. At our firm, we have the skills and knowledge to professionally manage these difficult cases. We urge you to get in touch with a New York personal injury attorney at our firm immediately if you or a loved one has been injured in a serious truck accident. Call today.