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Sharing driving space with very large, heavy tractor-trailers is a daily occurrence on Arizona highways, and while you might exercise every caution possible to avoid collision with one of these mammoth vehicles, the reality is that it’s a chance we all take every time we drive on the public roads and highways.
When a trucker causes a collision, you need the premier Phoenix and Tucson, AZ, truck accident law firm Snyder & Wenner, because make no mistake about it: a trucking accident is NOT the same as a run-of-the-mill car accident.
Since trucking accidents require significant experience, knowledge, and strategy to properly litigate, hiring any average car accident law firm can be a major mistake. Ensure you or your loved ones hire a skilled truck accident lawyer in Phoenix, Tucson, Avondale & Scottsdale AZ for the best legal representation.
Contrary to popular belief, trucking accidents do not only include big rigs and semi-trucks. In fact, trucking accidents also include collisions caused by:
- Cement trucks
- Delivery vehicles
- Work vans and work trucks
- Construction vehicles
- Other large commercial vehicles
For more information on these other types of vehicles, please visit our commercial vehicle accident page. Each year, trucking accidents across the country cause more than 140,000 injuries requiring extensive medical treatment. These collisions cause more than 5,000 deaths each year. Unfortunately, Arizona is no different. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, in 2013, 11,826 truck and bus accidents were reported in the state of Arizona. Snyder & Wenner can help with all types of truck-related accidents, including cross-border trucking, accidents caused by overloaded trucks, and accidents caused by unrealistic trucking schedules.
Phoenix & Tucson, AZ, Commercial Truck Accident Attorneys Helping Victims Take Legal Action
Accident victims may pursue a liability claim against the responsible party or parties in order to recover compensation for damages, this may include damages related to:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
The claim process for a trucking accident can be complicated and frustrating. Because many truck drivers are employees or contractors of a larger entity, you may be dealing with multiple parties while determining liability and obtaining compensation for damages. In addition, sometimes there are questions regarding who is at fault for the accident or the degree of fault that should be assigned to each driver involved.
An attorney who specializes in motor vehicle accidents and specifically commercial truck accidents in Phoenix and Tucson, AZ, can serve as a liaison between you and all involved parties, helping you make sure that the responsible entity is properly identified quickly and efficiently and that fault is assigned appropriately.
