Truck Accidents

What to do If Injured in a Truck Accident

With the growing number of motor vehicles on our roadways, it is no wonder why people are involved in an increasing number of truck accidents. These accidents typically result in catastrophic injuries and even death. Given the potential for large verdicts in these cases, insurance company attorneys aggressively defend against personal injury lawsuits.

You need a team of lawyers who can negotiate and litigate personal injury cases involving major trucking companies. For 35 years, Benjamin & Shapiro in Chicago, Illinois, has represented people seriously injured in car and truck accidents. They have a proven record of accomplishment and always vigorously advocate for the rights of their clients.

Contact us today if injured in a truck accident. It is important to hire an attorney to investigate your accident immediately. We need to gather evidence and witness statements to prove negligence. Failing to contact one of our attorneys soon after your evidence may jeopardize the chances of getting such information.

Causes of a Truck Accident

With a growing pressure to remain competitive and earn more money, truck drivers and trucking companies haul more freight in less time. These pressures sometimes force drivers to jeopardize the safety of your and your family. Truck accidents are caused by a variety of factors.

• Poorly maintained and overloaded trucks
• Driver negligence in inspecting and maintaining trucks
• Sleepy or reckless drivers causing a jack knife and truck collision
• Trucking company negligence and illegal hiring practices
• Equipment failures and other safety violations

If your injuries resulted from trucking company or truck driver negligence, you deserve monetary compensation to pay for your injuries, lost wages, and property damages. We will help you and your family cope with the consequences of a serious accident.

To learn more about filing a personal injury lawsuit for a truck accident injury, contact Benjamin & Shapiro for a free initial consultation. Working on a contingency fee basis, we do not collect attorney's fees until you resolve your case. We represent people throughout Illinois, including the cities of Chicago, Buffalo Grove, Waukegan, Mundelein, Naperville, Wheaton, Joliet, and Geneva.