Lakewood Truck Accident Lawyer

A collision with any vehicle can be a scary experience. But if that other vehicle is a semi-truck, the experience can be downright terrifying. If this has happened to you, we urge you to reach out to a Lakewood truck accident lawyer for assistance.

Our lawyers have helped many victims of collisions with large trucks receive settlements to help recoup their medical bills and lost wages. Give us a call – we may be able to help you, too.

Why Truck Collisions Can Be Devastating

There are a couple reasons why truck collisions can be more devastating than typical car wrecks. First, the sheer volume of trucks increases the chances for serious injuries and fatalities. Second, there can be more people impacted by a truck collision. It’s not uncommon for multiple cars or pedestrians to become involved.

This also explains why truck collisions can be more complicated to sort through. It’s important to involve a skilled truck accident attorney early in your case, while evidence is fresh.

Preventing Crashes with Big Trucks

There are a few steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of a collision with a large truck. For instance:

• Always pass on the left. Making sure to pass on the left is even more important when sharing the road with large trucks.
• Create space. Just because you can see them doesn’t mean they can see you.
• Understand trucks’ restrictions. It may be helpful to take the time to learn some of the ways trucks maneuver differently than passenger cars. For instance, did you know that a truck traveling 65 mph will take the distance of two football fields to come to a complete stop?
• Remember, patience! Perhaps the best thing you can do is have a bit of patience when sharing the road with truckers. Remember, they are likely transporting food, supplies, and other goods that benefit your life on a daily basis.

For more information, please see our post called Avoiding Collisions with Semi-Trucks and Large Vehicles.

What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?

We recognize that you’ve likely never had reason to work with a personal injury lawyer before. Because of that, you probably have a few questions about how or when to reach out. Here are a few things to note:

• No upfront costs. Let’s get this part out of the way now – you only pay us if we win you a settlement. This contingency basis means you risk nothing to reach out.
• We’ll deal with all parties involved. We’ll work with the insurance company(ies), any other lawyers, witnesses, experts, and anyone else involved in your case. You might notice the phone starts ringing less when you hire our team!
• Ready for trial. We prepare every case from day one as if it will go to trial. This approach has resulted in better outcomes for our clients.

When you meet with us, we’ll be happy to answer all the questions you may have.

What Happens During a Free Case Evaluation?

The first step you’ll want to take is to reach out to a Lakewood truck accident lawyer to schedule a free case evaluation.

There’s no catch – these are free, no obligation opportunities to have a skilled personal injury lawyer hear what happened to you. During this meeting, we’ll ask a few questions, gather information, and then share what legal options are available to you. And remember, you’ll only pay us if we’re able to win you a settlement.

What if you’re physically not able to make it to the office? If this is the case, just let us know. One of our attorneys will be happy to meet with you at your home or hospital.