Accidents involving trucks can be much more devastating than those that involve only passenger vehicles. Due to the sheer size and force of an eighteen wheeler, personal injuries resulting from these types of accidents can be much more life-altering. Some of the most common injuries involving truck accidents are:
Broken Bones - Broken bones occur frequently during motor vehicle accidents. This is especially true when the other vehicle involved in the accident weighs in excess of 35,000 pounds.
Traumatic Brain Injuries - Head trauma and traumatic brain injuries can occur in a truck accident. These can be life-altering and impact the future earning capacity of a victim. Traumatic brain injuries are wide ranging and each injury can be unique to its own case. Traumatic brain injuries can range from concussions to life-long damage for a victim.
Spinal Cord Injuries - Injuries involving the spinal cord can be life-altering. Some of these injuries sustained can cause lifelong mobility issues and, in some cases, lead to paralysis. If you believe you have suffered a spinal cord injury, seek medical attention immediately.
Internal Injuries - When blunt trauma occurs to the abdomen region, internal organs can rupture and internal bleeding may occur. After any accident, always seek medical attention and be honest about any symptoms or pain.
Wrongful Deaths - In the worst cases involving truck accidents, death may occur. If your loved one has suffered a death resulting from a truck accident, please accept our condolences.