Law Offices of Maurice B. Smith

Semi-Truck Accidents

SACRAMENTO TRACTOR TRAILER INJURY ACCIDENT

Sacramento Semi Truck Injury Accident Lawyer, Big Rig Accident Attorney

Big Rig Injury Accidents

Auto accidents involving tractor trailer trucks often have devastating results. With their large size and freight loads, even a relatively 'minor' accident can leave victims injured or lead to wrongful death.

Truck accident lawsuits present a unique set of considerations including complications with the truck carrier / company, insurance companies, and attorneys representing the truck company. If you, or a family member, have been injured in an accident with a tractor trailer — you need the experienced truck accident lawyer at the Law Offices of Maurice B. Smith.

There are many reasons why a truck accident might occur. Some of the more common reasons include:

• The driver is rushing to meet a tight delivery deadline
• The driver is tired due to driving for long periods
• The driver is stressed and not paying enough attention to other driver and the road
• It is difficult to see blind spots from a large truck
• The driver does not leave enough space for his vehicle between other vehicles
• Mechanical failure and defective components
• Overloading of the truck

In addition to the dangers inherent in the size and weight of the trucks used in commercial transportation and shipping, a number of characteristics inherent in the business can contribute to traffic accidents. These include:

• Inadequate training as to driving technique, safety concerns, and defensive driving.
• Systems of compensation that encourage faster vehicle speeds and more hours of consecutive vehicle operation than would normally be advisable.
• Unrealistic schedules and expectations of trucking companies that encourage drivers to hurry, despite safety risks involved.

If you feel you may have a potential injury case, please call us at 916-482-2815 or toll-free at 888-676-5377 or click here to go to our online form and have our attorney contact you about your case.

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Law Offices of Maurice B. Smith
3600 American River Drive
Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95864

Phone: 916-482-2815
Toll Free: 888-676-5377
Fax: 916-482-2896
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At the Law Offices of Maurice B. Smith, in Sacramento, we represent individuals throughout the Sacramento Valley, including the communities of Sacramento, Stockton, Lodi, Davis, Elk Grove, Antelope, Granite Bay, Folsom, Carmichael, Roseville, Woodland, Lincoln, Tracy, Placerville, Tahoe, Solano and Galt; and in San Joaquin County, Sacramento County, Placer County, Yolo County, El Dorado County and Solano County.