Dump Truck Crash
Dump truck accidents frequently result from inadequate maintenance, overloaded vehicles, or negligent driving practices. We fight to expose these safety failures and secure full compensation for our clients.
Dump trucks are useful vehicles that are essential in construction work as well as in many other types of projects. They deliver heavy materials to farms and building sites, and may bring gravel, mulch, or firewood to suburban homes. They are also common on interstates during road construction projects.
Dump trucks pose unique hazards, and dump truck accidents can result in severe injuries and even fatalities. If you were in such an accident, the Law Firm for Truck Safety can help you navigate the process of obtaining fair compensation. Our injury attorneys only handle truck accident cases, so we have the experience and knowledge required to get you the compensation you deserve.
Why Dump Trucks Are Dangerous
All large trucks can cause devastating damage when they collide with a passenger vehicle. Dump trucks are uniquely hazardous because of their use. We have experience representing people who have sustained severe injuries in accidents involving dump trucks. We have settled numerous dump truck cases and taken cases to trial, with record results.
Dump trucks frequently travel through cities and residential neighborhoods, posing a risk to pedestrians. Many accidents occur when the driver has no spotter and collides with a person or another vehicle while backing into position to dump their load.
Additionally, dump trucks carry their load in open boxes, and if the load is not properly covered or secured, materials can fly out of the truck and cause harm to other drivers and passersby. The cargo can also shift, unbalancing the dump truck and causing it to tip. If the truck gets into an accident, its load poses an additional hazard.
Common Injuries in Dump Truck Crashes
Because they are operated in densely populated areas, dump trucks are one of the types of commercial vehicles more likely to be involved in crashes with pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users. Survivors of these horrific incidents may suffer life-changing injuries such as severe head trauma, spinal cord damage, and traumatic amputations.
Our attorneys are dedicated to obtaining the maximum compensation available for the injured survivors and surviving families of those killed in dump truck crashes. We work aggressively to help you pursue full justice and accountability for all that you have lost.
Get Legal Help Immediately
The aftermath of a serious accident is often chaotic, as the injured person is likely hospitalized for some time, and the family’s routines are disrupted. It is a good idea to contact a legal professional as soon as possible so they can help protect you and your family members and potentially resolve some problems before they arise.
For example, our attorneys will handle communication with the insurance companies and lawyers for the dump truck owner and operator to prevent them from pressuring you into accepting an unfair settlement after a crash. We can negotiate with your healthcare providers, employer, and creditors to protect you from financial strain.
Getting legal help early also preserves your rights. The sooner you contact an attorney, the better chance we have of gathering crucial evidence before it's lost or destroyed. Skid marks fade, witnesses' memories become less clear, and trucking companies may not preserve important records like driver logs or vehicle maintenance files unless legally required to do so. Additionally, there are strict time limits for filing injury claims, and waiting too long could prevent you from seeking compensation altogether.
Discuss Your Dump Truck Crash Case With An Attorney
If you or a loved one has been injured in a dump truck accident, contact our skilled attorneys at the Law Firm for Truck Safety.
We are devoted exclusively to helping people injured in truck crashes. Reach out to us today to learn how we can help you seek justice after a dump truck accident.
