Imperial County Truck Accident Attorneys

Because Imperial County’s economy is heavily based on agriculture, large trucks transporting goods to and from the region is a common site on the county’s highways, which include Interstate 8, State Route 7 and State Route 78. Large commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded and can reach lengths of up to 75 feet. Trucks of this size have the potential to create devastating results when involved in a collision with another vehicle. Tragically, thousands of people are killed every year in U.S. truck accidents. An Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) report revealed that more than 5,000 Americans were killed in truck collisions in 2010. The IIHS also reports that in the same year, more than 100,000 individuals sustained serious injuries in truck crashes across the nation.

The Imperial County truck accident lawyers at the law firm of Estey Bomberger have more than 70 years combined experience assisting victims of commercial truck collisions. We understand how important a successful settlement outcome is for victims struggling to pay costly medical bills and basic living expenses. Let our team of skilled lawyers work towards recovering a full and fair settlement for all accident-related damages.

Types of Truck Accidents

Jackknife accidents
Named after the tool it resembles, jackknife accidents occur when a trailer skids out and to the side of the cab that is hauling it. One of the more common types of truck crashes; driver error, faulty brakes and bad weather conditions can cause jackknife accidents.

Underride collisions
When a passenger vehicle strikes the back end of a truck and travels underneath it, the results can be deadly. The bottom of a large truck’s trailer is usually the same height as the top of a smaller passenger vehicle. When the passenger vehicle slides underneath, drivers and passengers can suffer from catastrophic head injuries.

Runaway trailer accidents
If not properly connected, a trailer can become disconnected from the cab that is hauling it. Runaway trailer accidents can also occur because of a malfunctioning hitch part. In a runaway trailer accident, an unmanned trailer will often crash into several vehicles before it comes to a stop.

Let Our Skilled Legal Team Handle Your Case

After being involved in a jackknife accident, underride collision, runaway trailer accident or any other type of truck wreck, it is imperative injured victims consult an Imperial County personal injury lawyer at Estey Bomberger. Dealing with a commercial trucking company and its insurance carrier can be extremely challenging for those unaware of state and federal laws that apply to truck accident claims. Victims should not risk their opportunity to recover maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages due to missed time at work, permanent scars, and pain and suffering. To ensure a successful outcome, one of our skilled Imperial County truck collision attorneys will handle negotiations with insurance agents and defense attorneys.

Don’t Delay – Contact Estey Bomberger Today

Do not delay calling Estey Bomberger’s office toll-free at (800) 895-6620. When you place a call to one of our caring Imperial County truck accident attorneys, you will not be charged a consultation fee and you are not obligated to retain our services. We have helped thousands of accident victims across the state and can help you put the pieces of your life back together following a devastating commercial truck crash.