Jackknife Accidents
California Jackknife Accidents Attorney
Jackknife accidents are a type of large truck accident that can result in catastrophic injuries and death for all involved. A jackknife accident is named so, because the shape a truck forms when the trailer swings out from the cab is very similar to that of a blade being pulled out from a knife. If a truck driver slams on the brakes, the brakes cannot recover in time to stop the trailer from swinging out to the side and towards the cab, resulting in a jackknife accident. A jackknife accident can be further complicated when two trailers are connected to cab or tractor. In this situation, the rear trailer brakes can lock up causing the trailers to swing out of control. Slick or wet roads cannot also cause a trailer to skid or slide out of control, causing a serious jackknife accident.
Regardless of the accident situation, if you have been harmed in a jackknife accident, we urge you to contact an experienced California jackknife accident attorney at Estey Bomberger. In the event a trucking company’s insurance carrier does not offer you a fair settlement, you need to be prepared. Our California truck accident attorneys are prepared to handle all insurance company negotiations for you so that you can focus on recovery.
Types of Jackknife Accident Injuries
Injuries in a jackknife accident may include:
• Brain injuries
• Internal organ injuries
• Vertebrae injuries
• Herniated disc injuries
• Concussion injuries
• Paralysis
• Spinal cord injuries
• Lacerations
• Strains
• Whiplash
• Blinding injuries
• Wrongful death.
Preventing a California Jackknife Truck Accident
While there are some circumstances surrounding a jackknife accident that are unavoidable, such as a truck driver slamming on his brakes to avoid hitting a car that pulled out in front of the truck or an unforeseeable dangerous road condition, the majority of jackknife accidents can be prevented. Some ways that truck drivers can prevent a jackknife accident, include:
• Keeping a safe distance between the truck and other cars, especially in bad weather conditions
• Releasing the brakes and steering into the skid if the trailer begins to swing out
• Releasing the brakes if it is necessary for the truck driver to swerve out of the way.
Why Choose Etsey Bomberger?
• AV® Rated – the highest rating a firm can receive for outstanding legal skills and ethics
• Life Members of Multi-Million Dollars Advocates Forum and Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• No fee or cost unless we obtain monetary compensation for you
• Chosen for Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
• More than $100 million recovered in verdicts and settlements
• Member of Better Business Bureau
• AAA-Highest rating from State Bar Certified Attorney Referral Service
• Selected 2008, 2009, and 2010 Super Lawyers
Your Right To Monetary Compensation
To learn more information about our firm and how one of our California jackknife lawyers can assist you in obtaining monetary compensation for your damages, call us at (800) 895-6620 today. Damages that you may be entitled to, include medical bills and expenses, lost wages, lost benefits, and pain and suffering. When you call, you will speak with one of our California truck accident attorneys and not a secretary or legal assistant. If we handle your case, we will not charge any fees unless we recover money for you.
