Questions About Truck Accidents
Spokane, Washington
What are some do’s and dont’s you can suggest following a truck accident?
As with any accident, you should seek medical attention if necessary immediately after the accident. Never leave the scene of an accident and never admit fault, even to a police officer. If possible, you should take photos of the crash site, the crash site surroundings and the vehicles involved. You should never sign anything except if you are required to sign a police statement accounting the accident. Do not sell or dispose of your vehicle that was involved in the accident. Be sure to obtain all the information from both the drivers involved and witnesses at the scene while the accident is still fresh in their minds.
After a truck accident how long do I have to file a claim?
The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim following a truck accident varies from state to state. Only an experienced truck accident attorney like the ones at Craig Swapp & Associates in Spokane will be able to advise you of the time limits in your area. It is absolutely imperative that you file your truck accident claim within the time limit set by the statute of limitations or you will be barred from receiving compensation. The sooner you start your claim the better your chances are of recovering the compensation you deserve.
What are some of the common causes of truck accidents?
Our attorneys have helped hundreds of truck accident victims and some of the most common causes we have seen in our cases are:
- Overloaded trucks
- Oversized trucks
- Inexperienced drivers
- Poorly maintained brakes
- Aggressive drivers
- Fatigued drivers
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Driving under the influence
- Inclement weather
- Road hazards, such as debris, road construction or dimly lit highways
What makes semi-trucks so dangerous?
Due to the massive size and weight of semi-trucks, collisions involving them will be especially catastrophic. Trucks can weight up to 30 tons more than passenger vehicles and because of this their ability to brake, accelerate and maneuver takes much longer. Because of their size, the risk of serious injury is much greater. Trucks’ blind spots make them very dangerous on the road. Often times, passenger vehicles cannot even be seen by the truck driver.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident in or around Spokane, Washington, please contact the experienced truck accident attorneys at Craig Swapp & Associates today to schedule your confidential consultation. One call, that’s all.
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