Have you recently been involved in an accident with a large semi-truck? If so, you should know that although you may feel as if your world has been turned upside down, you are certainly not alone. After all, it’s nearly impossible to drive more than a mile on a busy highway without seeing multiple large semi-trucks, and this is not without good reason. Without question, large trucks and trailers play a vital role in commerce in the United States, and almost everyone benefits from the services they provide. Nevertheless, its important to recognize that despite being very important, these trucks can also be very dangerous.
In 2018 a total of 4,136 people died in accidents involving large trucks. Of those deaths, only 16% were occupants of the truck itself. Passengers in cars and other vehicles accounted for 67% of deaths, and approximately 15% of those who died were pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists. These numbers account only for fatalities – that’s not even to mention the other accidents which resulted in serious and significant injuries. What do these statistics tell us? They tell us two things: First, large trucks can be very dangerous. Secondly, while trucks are responsible for many accidents each year, it is typically the passengers of the other vehicles involved in the accidents who suffer the most damage.
Truck accidents occur for a wide variety of reasons, and very often, are not at all the fault of the other driver (or pedestrian) involved. Some of the most common causes of truck accidents include:
If you live in the Wilmington, North Carolina area and you have recently been the victim of a truck accident, you may be wondering if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries, and if so, how you should go about seeking that recovery. If you find yourself in this situation, you’ve arrived at the right place.
At Clauson Law, our Wilmington, North Carolina truck accident attorneys believe that you deserve to spend your time focusing on getting well, and not on worrying about how to pay your mounting medical bills for an accident that was not your fault. Because we believe that, we’ve built our practice on helping countless clients, just like you, recover the compensation they deserve.
To recover that compensation, however, you need the right team on your side, fighting for you with the blend of compassionate yet aggressive representation. After all, truck accident claims can be complicated – often even more complicated than regular car accident claims, for several reasons:
For these, and many other reasons, it will be important to choose a truck accident attorney who truly understands the law and is passionate about fighting for his or her clients.
At Clauson Law, we understand truck accidents. We understand the damage they can cause. We understand the havoc they can wreak in your life and on your health. We understand that many people who have been involved in these sorts of accidents feel as if their world has suddenly been turned upside down. Perhaps most importantly, we understand the law surrounding truck accident claims, and the best strategies to pursue on your behalf for the compensation you need and deserve.
Our Wilmington, North Carolina truck accident lawyers are here for you. We would be privileged to have the opportunity to learn your story and let you know how we might be able to help. Don’t spend another day feeling stressed out and worried about how you’ll pay your bills, take care of your health, and provide for your family as a result of an accident that was not your fault. We encourage you to visit us on our website at www.clausonlaw.com, or call us at (833)680-0177. We’re here for you, and we’re ready to help.