New Jersey Truck Accident Lawyers

Truck Accident Attorneys in NJ

According to data collected from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, over 4,764 people died in large truck crashes on U.S. highways in 2022. Not surprisingly, 82% of these deaths involved occupants of passenger vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists or motorcyclists. The victims who survive truck accidents often sustain very serious injuries, face complicated medical treatment, costly healthcare bills, and loss of income.

At Wilentz, we understand that truck accidents claims are unique. For example, accidents involving tractor trailers and trucks must be investigated immediately, as many involve out-of-state and foreign companies as well as violations of state and federal trucking industry standards. In addition, because special rules apply to large trucks using our highways, it is important that victims of truck accidents consult with an attorney who has the experience and resources necessary to effectively handle large truck claims.

Numerous elements should be considered to evaluate an accident involving a truck and the appropriate recovery for the victims. The condition and design of roadways, the actions of the drivers involved, the condition of their vehicles, weather conditions, actions of other vehicles, and several other factors may all play a part in the ultimate decision. If you are involved in a truck accident, you will want to have all of these circumstances put in their proper perspective by attorneys who have a wealth of experience in dealing with them. We have successfully represented scores of injured persons involved in accidents with trucks, and we are willing to bring this extensive experience to bear on your situation.

Why Do You Need an Experienced Truck Accident Lawyer?

In most auto accident cases, only two types of parties are involved: the driver who caused the crash, and the victim(s) of the other driver’s negligence. Truck accidents, however, may involve numerous at-fault parties, including:

• Truck driver
• Tractor/trailer owner/lease
• Loader
• Truck Manager
• Government entity
• Driver’s employer
• Shipper
• Broker
• Mechanic

To receive compensation after you have been injured or lost a loved one as the result of a collision with a tractor-trailer, you will need to establish that another party caused the accident. Different types of fault that can contribute to truck crashes include:

• Driver Fatigue
• Speeding
• Tailgating
• Sudden Braking
• Drug and Alcohol use
• Distracted Driving
• Improper Loading
• Negligent (or lack of) Maintenance
• Mechanical Defects

You may protect your rights and your claim for compensation for injuries caused by tractor trailers by contacting an experienced truck accident attorney at Wilentz as soon as possible. Our personal injury team will:

• Conduct a Timely, Comprehensive Investigation

We will send our team of investigators and experts to the crash scene, contact investigators of law enforcement personnel and take all the necessary steps to ensure that the tractor-trailer maintenance records, shipping records, log books and other important evidence is neither lost nor destroyed.

• Analyze the Evidence

We will examine all evidence involved in your case to determine the course of your truck accident and to identify all parties who should be held responsible. In many cases, a truck accident is caused by the violation of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Our attorneys have a strong grasp of these regulations and know the role they can play in your case.

• Seek a Timely, Full and Fair Settlement

Our goal will be to attempt to resolve your case as efficiently as possible while, at the same time, obtaining a maximum amount of compensation for you and your family.

• Litigate Your Case

We are skilled, experienced trial attorneys and will prepare your case from inception for possible trial.

What is Your Truck Accident Claim Worth?

Tractor trailer accidents can result in serious harm and death for those in other vehicles involved in a crash. At Wilentz, our attorneys have a record of obtaining results for truck accident victims. The results that can be obtained in a specific truck accident case depends on a variety of factors that are unique to each case. Past results do not guarantee or predict that a similar result can be obtained in your case. However, at Wilentz, we work hard for our clients and seek full and fair compensation for all of their related damages, including past and future medical expense, lost income, diminished future earning capacity, pain and suffering and all remedies available under our legal system. Contact our personal injury lawyers today to schedule a free case evaluation.