According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, approximately half a million trucking accidents occur annually in the United States of which approximately 10 percent result in fatalities. To put it into perspective, about one out of every eight traffic fatalities involves a trucking collision.
Because trucks and commercial vehicles are so much larger than normal vehicles, accidents involving them can be among the most severe and most complex.
If you or a loved one is injured in a trucking accident, it's extremely important to have an attorney who can investigate and undertake the necessary discovery to maximize compensation and arrive at an ideal resolution. This involves a deep knowledge of the circumstances of roadway accidents as well as federal and state regulations governing federal carrier motor safety regulations.
Rhode Island Commercial Vehicle Injury Attorney
We at Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum are ready to provide that counsel. For decades the firm has been acting as Providence truck accident attorneys, representing clients in large vehicle accidents, obtaining over a million dollars annually.
We're ready to represent clients involved in trucking and large vehicle accidents involving:
- Driver distraction/fatigue
- Hazardous materials
- Wrongful death
- Driver health
- Alcohol/drug use
- Improper loading
- Improper hiring/training/supervision
When these types of accidents occur, particularly if there are more than two parties involved, there may be insurance company representatives immediately working on the case. It's critical to reach out to an experienced lawyer as soon as possible so you can start making ideal decisions and taking actions to arrive at a best-possible resolution.
One example of our successful results:
A female client was injured when a tanker truck cut in front of the sedan in which she was a passenger, causing an accident. The truck owner's insurance company tried to fight the value of our client's claim. We immediately filed suit. With help of expert witnesses, we pressed the insurance company and demonstrated a strong case for trial. A settlement was quickly reached with the insurance company for $750,000, relieving our client's fears, and enabling her to provide for all her needs.
To discuss any aspect of your truck/large vehicle accident case in a free initial consultation, call 401-680-9119 or e-mail us here.
