Seattle Truck Accident Lawyer

Traffic accidents can be devastating, both from a financial and health perspective. The associated risks are amplified when those accidents involve large commercial trucks. Since those vehicles are bigger and heavier, the collisions will more often than not result in serious personal injury and even fatalities.

If you have been involved in a truck accident, working to understand your legal rights while trying to manage physical injuries and mental distress can be a huge challenge. Chances are, the commercial trucking company has dealt with accidents in the past, understand what’s involved, and are equipped to act quickly to preserve their bottom line. Are you ready to protect your rights?

Trucking accidents require swift and decisive action. You can’t go it alone. After an accident, victims are often left in a daze, whether it’s from the physical trauma or the emotional impact that leaves them scared and confused.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident that involved an 18-wheeler or some other commercial vehicle, you need someone on your side who understands the intricacies of truck accident law. This means an attorney who will aggressively protect your rights and seek out the compensation you deserve.

Seattle attorney Roger Davidheiser has a long track record of aggressive action in the courtroom. He understands the nuances of truck accident law, how it differs from other personal injury cases, and how to put together an effective strategy that will win your case.

Truck Accidents Involve Legal Complexity

One of the ways truck accident cases differ from car accidents is with the responsible parties. Since they often involve multiple parties on the trucker’s side, these cases can be considerably more complex than other types of traffic accident cases. Responsible parties may include:

  • A truck driver
  • The trucking company
  • Equipment manufacturers
  • Government entities
  • Additional negligent drivers

Truck Accident Laws

To win a truck accident case, Seattle attorneys must understand the specific laws regarding the commercial truck industry, both in Washington State and on the federal level. Roger Davidheiser has extensive knowledge of state and federal trucking regulations and will put that expertise to work for you.

An experienced commercial trucking lawyer will have an expert-level knowledge of federal and state laws, such as:

  • Required documentation for truckers and their trucking companies
  • Truck licensing requirements
  • Legal restrictions on work hours (road time)
  • Commercial truck insurance requirements
  • Required training for truckers
  • Restrictions on size and weight of the vehicle

What Causes Truck Accidents?

Truck accidents are often caused by negligent behavior common to accidents with two or more non-commercial vehicle collisions, such as:

  • Distracted driving (texting, eating, etc.)
  • Driver fatigue
  • Driving while intoxicated
  • Speeding

But there are some acts that are unique to the trucking industry:

  • Poorly maintained vehicle
  • Excessive pressure from company to meet unreasonable deadlines
  • Falsifying logbooks
  • Not following hours of service restrictions
  • Poorly trained drivers

Roger Davidheiser fights for the rights of truck accident victims to recover the compensation they deserve. Contact our law firm today for a free initial consultation to discuss your legal needs at (206) 900-8217.

Get in touch with Roger Davidheiser about your case today.