The Most Common Type of Truck Accident
By Pyle Law, Reviewed by E. Thomas Pyle May 17 2024 7:32 pmTrucks sheer size and weight often cause catastrophic accidents that result in severe bodily injury and property damage. The most common type of truck crash is a fatigued driver crash, which can involve a head-on collision, rear-end collision, and other types of severe accidents. Speeding is the second-most common factor in truck accidents.
No matter the type of accident, a truck crash can result in devastating damage and injuries to others. Speak to a trusted Kansas truck accident attorney for legal advice on protecting your rights as an injury victim following a collision. Seeking the compensation you deserve can be more challenging than you might imagine, and legal representation can be invaluable.
In 2021, 3,791 trucks and buses were involved in traffic crashes in Kansas. Heavy and huge trucks were involved in 3,316 crashes, resulting in 81 deaths and 965 injuries. Distracted driving due to texting or talking on cell phones caused 619 motor vehicle crashes that resulted in the death of 10 people and 285 injuries.
The steps you take after sustaining an injury in a truck accident help protect your right to compensation.
Here are crucial steps to take:
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Before engaging with your insurer or at-fault party, consider speaking to an experienced truck accident attorney. An attorney brings numerous benefits to your case, including maximizing the settlement value.
A truck accident attorney can compile various evidence, including police reports, witness statements, and specialist reports, to demonstrate why you deserve a specific settlement value for your losses.
Determine who pays for crash damages: Read Who Is Liable in a Truck Accident? to learn how truck drivers, carrier companies, cargo loaders, and parts manufacturers share financial responsibility for collisions.
Suppose you sustained a severe injury in a truck accident caused by someone else’s negligence, such as fatigued or distracted driving. In that case, you may have many costly losses, including medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. You deserve compensation, and you need legal help.
An experienced truck accident attorney from Pyle Law can pursue a fair settlement value that covers your injury-related losses. Contact us online or at 620-241-9000 for a free consultation.
Pyle Law was founded in 1999 with a commitment to fewer clients and better service. We believe that each and every client is important and everyone is entitled to justice and equal protection under our laws. We make every case a priority and are committed to keeping each client informed about the status of their case. We do not guarantee results, but we do guarantee effort.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorney E. Thomas Pyle who has more than 20 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney.
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