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Bay Area Truck Accident Attorneys

The trucking industry is an indispensable part of the commercial life in the United States.  Unfortunately, truck accidents are a serious problem for Bay Area automobile drivers.  California is one of the three states with the highest incidence of fatal truck accidents.

Damages and injuries resulting from truck accidents are often severe, and getting fair compensation from the trucking company can be a difficult, complicated process.  Trucking company claims adjustors are notorious for doing everything they can to minimize or delay pay-outs to accident victims.  This is why it is so important to have a highly qualified truck accident lawyer such as those at the Otus Law Group working to get you fair compensation for your injuries.

Determining Liability in a Truck Accident

Because all California drivers are required to carry liability insurance, this helps streamline the claims process after an automobile accident.  In contrast, fault in a truck accident claim can involve several parties:

  • Truck driver
  • Trucking company
  • Truck/trailer owner
  • Loading company
  • Repair/maintenance company
  • Truck manufacturer
  • Highway Department

It is not unusual for a trucking company to lease a truck and the attached trailer from two different owners, with each owner responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of its equipment.  The company might contract with a loading company to stock the truck, and there are regulations meant to ensure that all trucks are carrying safe loads.  The truck driver hired to take the truck and its cargo to its destination—often thousands of miles away—must also follow strict regulations regarding scheduled rest stops, use of drugs or alcohol, and even texting while driving.

Federal and state regulations were implemented to make each aspect of the transportation process safe.  However, the competitive nature of the business leads people to cut corners and violate safety rules—with disastrous results to Bay Area automobile drivers.

Contact Us for Skilled Legal Guidance

If you were in a truck accident, make sure you have a San Francisco accident lawyer on your side who understands the complexity of trucking regulations.  At the Otus Law Group, our California truck accident attorneys have in-depth knowledgeable about the trucking industry, whether it involves commercial vehicles or 18-wheelers.

We know how catastrophic a trucking accident can be for you and your family.  This is why we aggressively investigate every aspect of your accident to make sure that you end up with the full compensation you are entitled to receive.  Call the Otus Law Group today to schedule a free consultation with one of our Bay Area trucking accident attorneys.

 

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