Call Now For a Free Consultation You Don't Pay If We Don't Win (405) 276-4603 INJURED IN A TRUCK ACCIDENT? CALL TODAY FOR A FREE CASE REVIEW It's 100% Free to Chat With Our Attorneys If You Hire Us, You Don't Pay Unless We Win Get the Compensation You Deserve for Medical Bills, Pain & Suffering, and Loss of Income Home » Truck Accidents OKLAHOMA TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYERS It can be terrifying to experience a collision with a vehicle as large as 30 tons traveling at highway speeds. The results can be devastating, even fatal. With so much at stake, it’s important to learn about your rights from an experienced Oklahoma City personal injury lawyer. At the Law Offices of Dan David, we help victims of truck and tractor-trailer accidents recover the full compensation they are owed. Our legal professionals are prepared to fight for the rights of those injured or even killed in serious truck accidents. As part of a typical 18-wheeler accident case, we will examine the cause of the accident so we can hold all the responsible negligent parties accountable for their actions. Such a case may involve a number of insurance companies. In some instances, there are separate insurance policies for the cab and the trailer. Seeking Maximum Compensation for Your Injuries Those who have suffered injuries in a truck or tractor-trailer accident have a lot to cope with. In addition to the pain and suffering and lost wages, there may be extensive physical rehabilitation or other ongoing treatment because of the horrible injuries that these accidents can cause. The sheer size of an 18-wheeler means that a victim’s injury is likely going to be much more severe than a similar accident involving two passenger cars. Accident-related injuries can change a victim’s life forever in cases of: Paralysis Amputation Traumatic Brain Injury Spinal Cord Injury Burn Injury An experienced attorney knows how to incorporate factors such as the cost of physical and occupational therapy or assistive technology into a personal injury claim involving accident-related injuries. In many cases, a semi-truck accident proves to be fatal. If negligence on the part of the truck driver or trucking company contributed to the semi-truck accident, it may be grounds for a wrongful death claim. Types of Commercial Vehicle Accidents Our experience shows us that commercial vehicle accidents often lead to more catastrophic injuries and losses than an accident between two passenger cars. When a commercial vehicle such as a semi-truck is in a crash, the truck is typically heavier and larger than the other vehicle involved. This may lead to serious injury or even death. The following are a few examples of commercial vehicles: Commercial 18-Wheelers Major retailer vehicles such as Target or Walmart Fedex, UPS, DHL, and other delivery vehicles Oil Tanker Trucks Full-size Pickups with Trailers Dump Trucks Tow Trucks Utility Vehicles Semi Tractor Trailers Cement Trucks In some cases, a commercial vehicle accident will involve the hauling of a dangerous or flammable material, which can result in burn injuries for accident victims. Most commercial vehicle accident cases involve multiple insurance companies in the claim process, which can make it difficult to understand where to pursue compensation for your injuries. Turn to the Law Offices of Dan Davis for help. Common Causes of Trucking Accidents in Oklahoma City Trucks are a common sight on Oklahoma City’s roads and highways. But with so many 18-wheelers sharing the roads with drivers on Interstate 44, Interstate 35, Northeast 23rd Street, and other busy roads, truck accidents can – and do – happen with alarming frequency across the city. In 2013, there were 5,182 reported crashes involving large trucks. That’s 7.5 percent of all accidents statewide. While each case is different, some of the factors that lead to trucking accidents are more common than others. Stop-and-go traffic may lead to a rear-end crash caused by a distracted driver. A trucker under the influence of alcohol or drugs may fail to yield while merging onto the highway. A trucking company may cut corners and put others in danger, failing to inspect important safety components. Commercial vehicle drivers are required to drive thousands of miles each week to keep up with shipping and receiving demands, but this is no excuse. No matter the cause of your accident, you deserve justice. If you were injured through no fault of your own or lost a loved one, you shouldn’t have to foot the bill for someone else’s grossly negligent behavior; the Law Offices of Dan Davis is here to help. Dealing with the Insurance Companies After an Accident Typically, the insurance companies involved in commercial truck accident cases do not make obtaining a fair settlement easy. Because multiple parties are involved in any single commercial truck shipment, a truck accident victim may have to deal with multiple and overlapping insurance companies. Separate insurance companies may represent the following parties: Truck Driver Logistics Company Owner of the Shipment Trucking Company Owner of the Trailer This process may make it difficult for the average person to establish liability in an 18-wheeler accident. That’s why we urge you to take action right now by getting in touch with our Oklahoma City injury attorneys. Your consultation is free. You pay no upfront costs. We get paid a fee only if you win. You Don’t Have to Face This Difficult Time Alone, Call (405) 276-4603 Now to Speak to an Attorney Drivers in Oklahoma understand how to safely share the road with tractor-trailer trucks and big rigs as well as the operators who are trained to drive them, but it’s astonishing to find out that some of them either aren’t actually trained properly or take careless risks while driving. The consequences can be grave. We know that these accidents in Oklahoma can happen anywhere and anytime. The Law Offices of Dan Davis is ready to help you uncover the true cause of your accident and fight for the compensation you deserve. We pore over accident reports and medical records. We reach out to top experts and conduct comprehensive investigations into trucking companies. When your future is at stake, we leave no stone unturned in proving the long-term cost of your personal injuries.