Albany Truck Accident Lawyer
Albany Trucking Accidents
When an 80,000-pound commercial truck hits a 4,000-pound motor vehicle, disaster can ensue. It can take emergency rescue crews hours to free a victim from the wreckage of a car after being struck by a commercial truck. The force of impact can instantly kill automobile passengers or leave them with severe injuries The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports in truck accidents involving another motor vehicle, 98 percent of the resulting fatalities are to the occupants of the passenger vehicle.
The Albany trucking accident lawyers at the law firm of Estey Bomberger can provide you quality legal representation during difficult times. We have more than 70 years experience handling personal injury and wrongful death claims of a serious nature. We have extensive knowledge of state and federal trucking laws, and have a wealth of resources available to us. Let us put our resources and knowledge to work for you.
Common Albany Truck Accident Injuries
Survivors of commercial truck accidents are often left with serious injuries. Spinal cord injuries can result in incomplete or complete paralysis. Head injuries can affect a victim's memory, behavior, cognitive abilities and motor skills. Burn injury victims can face disabling, disfiguring scars and victims of amputation (severed limb) injuries are unable to function as they did before the accident.
If you were seriously injured in a crash with a commercial truck, you have rights that may entitle you to monetary compensation. Our Albany truck accident lawyers have helped many clients recover substantial settlements for injury related damages. Damages you may be entitled to, include past, current and future medical expenses, lost income, lost benefits, permanent scars, loss of quality of life, emotional anguish and physical pain.
Runaway Trailer Truck Accidents
Truck drivers who skip a required maintenance check or simply fail to connect a trailer properly to a cab can result in a runaway trailer accident. Malfunctioning hitches can also cause a trailer to break free from a cab hauling it. In both situations, the trailer is uncontrollable once disconnected, and can kill or injure anyone in its path as it barrels down a highway or busy street.
Whether a negligent truck driver or faulty hitch was the cause of a runaway trailer accident, the Albany truck accident attorneys at Estey Bomberger will make certain the at-fault party is held accountable. In cases where a faulty hitch is determined to be the reason for an accident, we will pursue the hitch manufacturer. Every possible source of compensation will be investigated to maximize our clients' recovery options.
Albany Truck Accident Attorneys – 24-Hour Availability
At the law firm of Estey Bomberger, our Albany truck accident attorneys are available 24 hours a day to listen to your story and answer your questions. We believe the first consultation is the most important for potential clients. Even if we are unable to take your case, our Albany personal injury attorneys can offer sound legal advice and expert legal insight. For your free case consultation, call (510) 978-4380.