Get the Compensation You Need After a Serious Truck Accident
Warrenville, Illinois, Truck Accident Lawyer
The occupants of passenger vehicles are at a tremendous disadvantage in any type of collision with a semi truck. Unfortunately, serious and fatal injuries are common in truck accidents, leaving ruined lives and grieving families in their wake.
If your family has suffered through the loss of a loved one, or you have suffered a serious injury because of a truck accident, you need to know your rights.
I'm attorney Ralph Hruby and I've been helping injured people and grieving families in Wheaton and the greater Chicago area find financial recovery since 1982. Over the years, I've recovered tens of millions of dollars for injured people in court and in negotiations with insurance companies. When you need an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side, contact me.
Experienced Legal Help When the Stakes Are High
Because truck accident victims often suffer catastrophic injuries like brain and spinal cord injuries, it's common for insurance companies to fight hard to avoid paying out a large settlement. That's when an experienced truck accident lawyer can really make a difference in the outcome of a case.
I have handled many truck accident claims. I understand the state and federal laws regulating the trucking industry. I know how to investigate these cases, looking at factors that can affect the driver, the cargo and the truck itself. There are a variety of questions that need to be asked in every commercial vehicle accident case including the following:
- Was the driver tired? I'll look at the driver's logbook to see if the driver complied with the regulations regarding driving hours.
- Did the driver have any medical conditions, or a history of drug or alcohol use, that might indicate he or she was unfit to drive?
- Did the driver have a history of traffic violations like speeding, careless driving or reckless driving charges against him? A bad driving record can shift the case in your favor.
- Was the truck properly maintained? Maintenance problems in the truck or the trailer can lead to equipment failure and semi wrecks.
- Was the cargo loaded correctly? Improper loading or broken restraints can allow cargo to shift and unbalance the trailer.
- Was the truck overweight? An overweight load can stress the brakes causing a slowed reaction time and even cause brake failure.
When you work with the Law Offices of Ralph R. Hruby, Ltd., your case will receive a thorough review and you will receive prompt and personal attention. Contact me by email or call at 630.462.1400. You pay no attorney fees unless I recover money for you.
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