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When a jackknife occurs, drivers of other vehicles are often unable to avoid the commercial truck blocking the highway. If you were hurt in one of these crashes, you can seek monetary compensation with help from a Spokane jackknife truck accident lawyer.

Jackknife truck accidents can lead to serious and even deadly injuries. These accidents are often due to the negligence of the truck driver. When this happens, victims have the right to hire a Spokane jackknife truck accident lawyer to file a personal injury lawsuit on their behalf.

Of the 438,000 truck accidents that occur annually, around ten percent are jackknife accidents. If you were hurt in one of these 18-wheeler crashes, you have the right to seek financial compensation, and Craig Swapp & Associates can help you maximize the value of your claim.

Truck Accident Cases Are Complex

After a jackknife accident, it is necessary to prove who was negligent and therefore responsible for the crash so that you can receive financial compensation. This is more complicated when you are in a wreck involving a large truck, because while the driver could be responsible, so too could the company that they work for. Even other parties such as a maintenance company or parts manufacturer could be at fault.

Determining who to sue and gathering enough evidence to support your claim requires the help of a skilled Spokane jackknife truck accident lawyer.

Common Causes of Jackknife Truck Crashes

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has conducted extensive research on the conditions that cause large trucks to jackknife. Any of the following scenarios could indicate fault on the part of someone else:

Light Load – A truck’s center of gravity changes based on the size and weight of its load. Trucks that have already delivered their cargo are more likely to jackknife than those with a full load.
Poor Lighting – If the lighting in the area is insufficient, it becomes 12 percent more likely that a truck will be involved in an accident. This could indicate that the city government is at fault.
Speeding – Driving too fast is the single greatest risk factor in jackknife accidents. The NHTSA found that a 10 mph increase in speed resulted in a 172 percent increase in the risk of a rollover or jackknife accident.

Other leading causes are driver inexperience, lack of training, driving distracted, and driving fatigued.

Receiving Medical Care After a Jackknife

You have the right to receive medical care so that you can reach your maximum level of recovery. The insurance company should pay for these expenses while your case is pending, and we will file a lawsuit to seek compensation to pay for these bills and more.

If the insurance company is denying your doctor’s request for a procedure, surgery, or other treatment, call our office. We can negotiate on your behalf to ensure that you receive all of the necessary medical care.

Financial Damages for an 18-Wheeler Accident

We can help you receive the most compensation for your injuries and damages. We will work with both you and your healthcare providers to maximize the value of your claim by evaluating all of the ways that your injuries have impacted your life—financially and otherwise.

Listed below are just a few of the items that you may be able to receive monetary compensation for:

Modifications made to your home due to a temporary or permanent disability
Cost of hiring a caregiver to assist you
Transportation expenses
Current and future medical expenses
Rehabilitation, therapy, and medical equipment
Lost income due to a decrease in hours or inability to work

Speak with a Spokane Tractor-Trailer Crash Attorney

Protect your rights by speaking with an experienced attorney as soon as possible. In Washington State, you only have three years in which to file a personal injury lawsuit before reaching the statute of limitations, so time is of the essence.

You can schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with Craig Swapp & Associates by using the form below or by calling 1-800-404-9000.

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Client Reviews

“I was concerned with all the paperwork”

Before calling your firm I had 2 big worries. One was I didn’t want to do more paper work, and that fear was resolved when I had to do very little, but Craig Swapp and Assoc. did most of it, and when I did have to come in to sign papers they worked around the times I could do it. Worry 2 was I didn’t want people to think I was “sue happy” and that I was just out to get money. I just wanted my bills to be paid for that were from the accident, and that was resolved I think by Mr. Wes Mortenson and Theresa because they listened to what I had to say.

Amber W.,

Spokane, WA

"I would hire them in a second"

My biggest fear was not having all the expenses caused by the accident paid for in full. I was assured they would be taken care of but I admit I was skeptical. When we wrapped everything up (which happened quicker than I was originally told) I had extra money in my pocket. I honestly thought there was a catch but my attorney explained everything to me in detail. If I am ever in that position again I’ll be giving Craig Swapp a call.

Robert N.,

Spokane, WA

"I was afraid of the fees"

I was afraid of the fees I would have to pay a lawyer. I waited over a year before hiring your law firm. I finally reached out to your online help where they were able to help me understand the process and what would happen. In all honesty I absolutely loved working with the individuals that were involved in my case. They were genuine & heartfelt about my case. It felt as though they really cared and were concerned about me, not just as a client but as a person.

Lacey B.,

Salt Lake City, UT

"I was afraid that my issue was too small"

I was afraid that my issue was too small to be handled, and that it would just be rejected. Or that I’d end up having to pay for my medical expenses and any of your teams expenses. I would definitely answer yes, it was resolved! I wasn’t ever made out to feel like my little issue didn’t matter, and my expenses were paid for- just what I wanted/needed.

J. Rohas,

Caldwell, ID

"I am very pleased with the results"

My biggest fear was that it would be pointless to pursue legal action in my case. I felt like maybe I didn’t have much of a case. After speaking with Paul, I realize it was not of my own fault and that others can be held responsible for the pain and suffering I went through.

Dollie J.,

West Jordan, UT

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