Bensenville Truck Accident Attorneys

DuPage County Commercial Truck Accident Lawyers Helping Injury Victims Recover Compensation

There are many different situations where people may experience personal injuries, and victims who suffer harm because of someone else's actions or negligence may be able to receive financial compensation for the damages they have suffered. Motor vehicle collisions are some of the most common causes of serious injuries, and accidents involving semi-trailer trucks and other commercial vehicles are among the most dangerous types of collisions. Those who have been injured in truck crashes may be able to pursue compensation from a negligent truck driver or their employer. To ensure that they are taking the correct steps to address their injuries, victims will want to be sure to work with an attorney who has experience in these types of cases.

Hunt & Subach, Ltd. represents clients in multiple types of personal injury cases, including car accidents and truck accidents. Following a collision with a tractor-trailer truck, we can investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine who was responsible. We can also help victims fully document their injuries and the ways they have been affected, and we will work to make sure they are fully compensated for all of their damages, including loss of income, medical expenses, damage to their vehicle and other property, and pain and suffering.

Liability in Truck Accident Cases

Collisions involving commercial vehicles can be complicated, and multiple parties may be held liable for a victim's injuries and damages. Our lawyers can help identify the causes of a truck accident, which may include:

• Driver fatigue - Truck drivers can become tired or drowsy during long shifts on the road. Fatigue can affect a driver's ability to safely control a truck or notice important details such as traffic signs and signals or sudden movements by other vehicles. A driver who falls asleep behind the wheel may cause dangerous or deadly collisions. Drivers may become fatigued if they violate the regulations that limit the number of hours they can drive, if they suffer from sleep disorders that affect their ability to get enough rest, or if they use certain types of drugs, such as prescription opioids or over-the-counter cold and flu medications.
• Traffic violations - Truck drivers who fail to follow traffic laws may put others at risk of harm. Common violations that can lead to truck accidents include speeding, tailgating, illegal passing, or failure to obey traffic signs and signals.
• Equipment failure - If a truck is not properly maintained, the failure of parts can cause a driver to lose control, leading to dangerous accidents. Issues that may occur due to defective parts or inadequate maintenance include tire blowouts, brake failure, problems with engines or steering systems, or decoupled trailers.
• Overloaded trucks or unsecured cargo - Commercial trucks have strict weight limits, and if a truck exceeds these limits, this will affect a driver's ability to slow down and stop or maintain control of their truck when negotiating curves or changing lanes. If cargo is not loaded properly on a truck and secured in place, it may shift during travel, throwing off the balance of a truck and causing a driver to lose control. Improperly secured cargo may fall from a truck and cause serious injuries when it lands on another vehicle or creates an obstacle in the road.
• Dangerous roads - If a road is not properly maintained, truck drivers may lose control because of issues such as potholes or damaged guardrails. Accidents can also occur because of highways or intersections that are designed defectively, malfunctioning traffic signals, or missing road signs. A local or state government agency may be liable for its failure to ensure that roads are safe to use.

Contact Our Bensenville Truck Accident Attorneys

Collisions involving semi-trucks can be devastating, and drivers and passengers in other vehicles are likely to suffer serious injuries. Our firm can help victims determine their options for recovering compensation from truck drivers, trucking companies, or other parties who were responsible for an accident. Contact our office today at 630-860-7800 for a free consultation. We assist with truck accident cases in Naperville, St. Charles, Wheaton, Geneva, Bensenville, Downers Grove, DuPage County, and Kane County.