San Francisco Big Rig Accident Attorneys
Located in the Bay area, our San Francisco big-rig accident attorneys handle a vast array of truck accident cases. Each year, we work with numerous people who have been injured or who have incurred property damage while involved in major crashes with big-rigs in San Francisco. Our goal is to help injured parties recover the compensation they deserve from negligent truck drivers and/or trucking companies.
Big-Rig Accidents May Result From Negligence
In the year 2008, there were over 128,000 trucks accidents in the United States and over 70,000 of the accidents involved large trucks, like big-rigs (statistic from the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration). Big-rigs are large commercial trucks that are also known by the names "semi", semi-truck" and "tractor trailer". These huge trucks are commonly used to transport goods from one destination to another.
Due to the fact that these trucks are so gigantic, it is very easy for drivers to lose control if they are not careful. Additionally, if trucking companies fail to remain cautious while stocking these vehicles or if big-rigs have mechanical defects, truck drivers can be placed in grave danger and so too can the motorists they share the roads with.
If you were involved in a collision with a big-rig and you believe that negligence played a role, whether a truck driver was negligent or a trucking company was negligent, it is important that you take measures to protect yourself. One of the very best things you can do to safeguard your rights and best interests is to obtain representation from a qualified truck accident attorney, like the attorneys on our legal team. When you
contact our San Francisco big-rig accident lawyers, we will take the time to listen to your case and provide you with much needed direction.