Denver Truck Accident Attorneys

Whether a Negligent Driver or Faulty Vehicle Caused Your Injuries, Our Team Is Here to Help.

Each year, around 80,000 people are injured in accidents involving large trucks. Nearly 5,000 die. These accidents are not rare occurrences. On average, someone is injured or killed in a truck accident every 6 minutes. Usually, that person is someone other than the truck driver.

At The Gilbert Law Group®, our truck accident lawyers in Denver are dedicated to helping victims across America recover the compensation they need and the justice they deserve for their injuries. Because of the size difference between semi-trucks and passenger vehicles, the injuries caused by these accidents are likely to be severe. They can completely change a victim’s life and that of their loved ones. If you are in this situation, you need to know your rights—and you need a strong attorney to defend them.

Contract The Gilbert Law Group® at (888) 711-5947 for a free consultation with one of our truck accident attorneys. We have helped clients recover over $1 billion for their losses.

The Dangers of Large Trucks

Any vehicular accident can cause harm, but crashes involving semi-trucks have a greater potential for serious injuries and fatalities. Between 2009 and 2018, the number of people who died in large truck accidents increased by 31%. Drivers and passengers in other vehicles were more than 4 times as likely to be killed than the occupant of the truck.

Those who survive an accident with a tractor-trailer may suffer severe and even catastrophic injuries including:

• Amputation/loss of limb
• Burn injury
• Crush injury
• Multiple bone fractures
• Traumatic brain injury
• Spinal cord injury

This type of serious bodily harm results in enormous medical expenses and lost wages and can require long-term or life-long care for the injured. At The Gilbert Law Group®, we understand the emotional and financial strain this puts on you and your family. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping you fight for fair compensation.

Between our knowledge of the heavily regulated trucking world and in-house engineers who are trained to identify dangerous vehicle defects, we can help you build a strong case.

Causes of Truck Accidents

Somewhat surprisingly, most fatal truck accidents occur in favorable driving conditions. In fact, 85% happen in normal weather and nearly 66% happen in rural areas during daylight hours.

The causes of these collisions are as varied as the causes of other automobile accidents. Truck drivers share the same risk of distraction all drivers do; however, their mistakes tend to cause greater consequences.

Causes of truck accidents include:

• Driver fatigue
• Driver distraction
• Cell phone use
• Excessive speed
• Tire blowout or failure
• Bad brakes
• Other mechanical failure
• Loose cargo
• Lack of underride protection
• Failure to properly maintain the vehicle
• Violation of federal and state laws and regulations

Who Is Liable in an Accident?

The responsibility of teaching drivers to comply with regulations and focus on safe driving lays with the trucking company. Employers are typically liable for the actions of workers while on the clock; if a company sets unreasonable schedules or fails to ensure truckers take sufficient time off, it increases the chances its drivers will be involved in a serious accident. Companies are also expected to enforce licensing requirements and run background checks on drivers, ensuring they do not have a history of traffic violations.

Because these companies must vet drivers, they are also usually at fault when a driver causes an accident during their workday. Unsurprisingly, trucking companies and/or their insurers tend to push back against accident claims, trying to decrease their liability so they do not have to pay large settlements. Our attorneys can investigate your accident for evidence of fault and protect your right to compensation.

When Defective Parts Are Involved

Defective designs and poor manufacturing of truck parts increase the risk of collisions. Our in-house engineering team is here to help analyze your accident for signs of vehicular malfunction. When a collision is caused by a defect of some sort, you may be able to hold multiple parties liable:

• The designer of the truck, if unsafe choices led to an accident or made the accident worse;
• The manufacturer of parts that failed; and/or
• The company that owned the truck or was responsible for overseeing its maintenance.

When defective vehicle parts become part of a lawsuit, you may find yourself filing a claim against a multinational corporation. Not only does our team have the resources to stick with big cases but we also have the skill and experience to fight for you in court. No matter how complex your case, we are confident we can represent you capably.

Reach The Gilbert Law Group® at (888) 711-5947 to schedule a free consultation with one of our Denver truck accident attorneys. We can help you file a claim for compensation after a severe injury.