Itasca Truck Accident Attorneys

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The suburbs surrounding O'Hare International Airport experience high volumes of commercial truck traffic. In Itasca, a large number of semi-trucks and box trucks travel to and from the airport, distribution centers, and local businesses, and they also pass through the area on highways such as Route 390 and Interstate 290. With so many large trucks on the road, people may be at risk of being seriously injured in collisions with these vehicles. When a commercial vehicle strikes a smaller passenger vehicle, the damage can be massive, and injuries suffered by victims can be catastrophic or fatal.

Victims of truck accidents will need to understand their legal options and the steps they can take to address their injuries and financial losses. The attorneys at Newland & Newland, LLP can provide the legal help needed in these situations, and we can work with clients to take on large trucking companies as we fight to recover compensation. We provide the attention and support clients need while they recover, and we work relentlessly to hold the parties who were responsible for truck accidents accountable for the harm that has occurred.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Truck Crash?

Identifying all of the parties who may be liable for a collision is one of the most important steps in a truck accident claim. Our lawyers can take steps to determine who was responsible and make sure claims are filed against parties such as:

• Truck Drivers: Unsafe driving is a common cause of truck accidents. Truck drivers may be held accountable for injuring others through violations such as speeding, distracted driving, driving while fatigued, or driving while intoxicated.
• Trucking Companies: An employer can typically be found liable for negligence by employees who were performing their jobs. This means that a trucking company may be liable for violations committed by truck drivers. Negligence by a trucking company may also be addressed in a claim, such as hiring an unqualified driver, failing to provide the proper training, or encouraging drivers to exceed the allowed number of hours they can drive or continue driving when they were fatigued.
• Cargo Loaders: The items loaded on trucks must be distributed correctly to maintain balance, and they must be secured in place to prevent them from moving. A cargo loading company may be found to be liable for an accident that occurred because a truck was overloaded or because unsecured cargo shifted or fell off a truck.
• Maintenance Providers: A repair shop or another mechanic that serviced a truck may have failed to perform repairs correctly. Improper maintenance could lead to brake failure, underinflated tires, engine problems, issues with suspension or steering systems, or other issues that could result in truck accidents.
• Manufacturers: If the parts on a truck were defective, the company that manufactured or distributed those parts may be found to be responsible for an accident. Product liability claims may involve defective brakes, steering systems, or tires.

Compensation Available to Truck Accident Victims

Because truck accidents can cause severe injuries, the financial and personal losses suffered by victims can be enormous. The damages that may be addressed in a truck accident claim include:

Economic Damages

A victim may be compensated for their financial losses, including the costs involved in emergency medical treatment, surgeries, and physical therapy. Compensation may also address the loss of past and future income because of an injury or any other financial losses that have occurred.

Non-Economic Damages

Many forms of harm that can take place in truck accidents do not come with a receipt. A victim may receive compensation that will address their physical pain, emotional distress, disfigurement, and loss of a normal life. The issues that have affected their ability to enjoy hobbies, family activities, and everyday routines may be considered when determining how much they should receive.

Wrongful Death Damages

Because of the forces involved in truck accidents, the injuries that can occur may be fatal. When a truck crash has resulted in a person's wrongful death, their family can take steps to obtain compensation that will address the losses they have suffered. This may include compensation for the loss of financial support, loss of companionship, grief, sorrow, and mental suffering.

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