In 2020, the BTS estimated 13,479,382 registered trucks in the US. Thousands of these trucks cross states in the United States every day to deliver various commodities, including consumer goods. Crashing into cars that weigh only about 3,000 pounds can be deadly because many of them weigh over 80,000 pounds or 40 tons.


Commercial trucks and passenger cars frequently have catastrophic and fatal collisions. These accidents are usually complicated because multiple parties may be at fault, as well as different insurance providers.


Higher potential damages are usually included in truck accidents, especially those involving semis, 18-wheeler, rental trucks, and dump trucks. Every truck wreck case is different due to the many circumstances that might cause them. For this reason, as soon as possible following your accident, you should consult with a knowledgeable truck accident attorney.


The catastrophic injury lawyers at Nix Patterson have been assisting victims of truck accidents in getting the money they are entitled to for the past 40 years. Our attorneys have seen firsthand the destruction these incidents can inflict on affected parties and their loved ones. We're ready to fight hard to get the most money possible to meet your current and future demands.


Reasons for Truck Accidents


Five thousand five individuals lost their lives in significant truck accidents in 2019. 3,544, or almost 71%, of the fatalities in these truck accidents involved occupants of other cars. In massive truck accidents that year, an estimated 159,000 persons suffered injuries.


Before publishing a study, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) examined hundreds of variables contributing to truck accidents. The FMCSA reports that brake issues and disruptions in traffic flow were the main reasons for significant truck accidents.


Other factors contributing to truck accidents include:


  •  Driver weariness
  • Distracted driving, especially texting and driving
  • Drug and alcohol usage
  • Roadway issues
  • Careless driving
  • Inexperience
  • Improper freight loading
  • Speeding
  • Inadequate maintenance and training
  • Aggressive driving

After your accident, a qualified truck accident attorney can help you determine the reason.


While you and your family concentrate on getting well, an attorney can collect and examine evidence, such as phone call logs and black box data from the truck, to determine what caused the accident.


After a Truck Accident: What to Do?


If you are in an accident, you should do the following:


Call the police; seek emergency medical attention; record all parties' names, addresses, and license numbers; note any eyewitnesses' contact information; decline responsibility for the collision; and retain the services of a truck wreck attorney.


Of course, once you've called the police and gotten medical assistance, you can always call us for help with this process.


What to Do After a Truck Accident in the Days That Follow


The things you do in the days and weeks after an accident might significantly impact your claim. When you contact us, we will assist you in doing the following tasks:


Obtain a police report regarding the collision; have your car valued; maintain a record of all your doctor visits and medical treatments; keep tabs on all of your out-of-pocket costs; record all of the days you missed from work; Keep a journal of your feelings and experiences, such as if you are experiencing panic attacks or difficulty sleeping after the incident. Talk to the insurance companies of the other drivers. Before accepting an offer, consult a truck accident lawyer.


What Distinguishes Truck Accidents from Auto Accidents?


Car collisions and commercial truck wrecks are not the same. Firstly, not only does a truck weigh around twenty times as much as a passenger car, but state and federal regulations for trucks are considerably more stringent. This safety regulation aims to stop fatigued drivers from operating these potentially lethal vehicles on public roadways.


These two categories of mishaps vary in the following other ways:


Vehicle accidents typically result in more severe injuries; commercial trucking companies have more excellent insurance plans, and many parties, such as the vehicle owner, the driver, the cargo loading firm, and the makers of parts and maintenance personnel, may be held accountable.

• The possibility of more significant damages


How Can an Attorney for Truck Accidents Help?


Every instance of a truck collision is unique. For this reason, you need a skilled semi-truck accident attorney to put together a strong case that you can prove to the insurance company or a jury in court. Reputable truck accident attorneys will look into the matter and gather information from witnesses, police reports, black box data, expert testimony, and photos taken at the scene.


• Assemble your bills and medical documents to demonstrate your losses.

• Consult with medical professionals to ascertain your future healthcare requirements.

• Determine who is at fault in your truck accident lawsuit.

• Write demand letters to the insurance providers of the negligent party.

• Make deals on your behalf with insurance companies.

• Bring a lawsuit on your behalf while keeping up the settlement talks.

• If necessary, go to trial on the matter.


Our lawyers at Nix Patterson can cover everything for you, and we'll cover every expense. As we take care of the documentation, we will inform you regularly about your case.


After a Truck Accident, How Much Compensation Can I Receive?


Truck accidents generally result in more significant damages than passenger car accidents, even if full reimbursement is never guaranteed. Suppose another party's carelessness resulted in a trucking accident that injured you or a loved one. In that case, you could be entitled to economic and non-economic damages, such as • Past and future medical expenditures for prescription drugs, hospital stays, therapy, surgeries, and other treatments.


• Anguish in the mind; • Decline in life quality; • Pain and suffering

• Benefits from wrongful death; • Disfigurement and long-term scarring; • Loss of consortium


In severe cases, punitive damages can be available to you. If the court finds that the defendant's actions were deliberate or egregiously negligent, these damages are intended to penalize them.


Speak with a Skilled Truck Accident Lawyer About Your Legal Rights


If you or a loved one died in a truck accident or suffered injuries, you may be eligible for compensation. The financial, emotional, and physical effects of an accident don't have to be handled by you alone. Expert personal injury lawyers can evaluate your truck accident case, develop a strategy, and represent you in settlement or trial.


Herein lies the role of Nix Patterson. Our legal staff is prepared to defend your interests and rights. Let us speak with you about your truck accident case right now. The first consultation is provided without charge. We only get compensated when we succeed.