LAS VEGAS TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Fighting For Truck Accident Victims in Nevada

Thousands of accidents occur every year in which people are killed that involve large commercial trucks. These massive vehicles, such as tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, big rigs, tankers, and more can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded and can be 70 to 80 feet long. When colliding with smaller vehicles, they can inflict enormous damage resulting in serious or catastrophic injury and death to others. The physical, emotional, and financial consequences for truck accident victims can be extreme. Temporary and permanent disability can result, leaving victims and their families without the resources to secure the best possible care for their short-term and long-term needs.

At Sierra Nevada Injury Lawyers, we represent those who have suffered harm due to the negligence or wrongdoing of others. Personal injury claims involving trucks can be much more complicated than those in standard car accidents due to many factors and potentially liable parties that may be involved. Commercial trucks are subject to state and federal regulations that also need to be investigated for violations. Furthermore, you will be going up against large trucking companies and their corporate insurers who will work hard to negate or discount your claim. Putting our experienced and aggressive team on your side gives you a fighting chance to recover maximized compensation for your losses and damages.

Set up a free consultation with a Las Vegas truck accident attorney at Sierra Nevada Injury Lawyers to learn more about your case and how we can help. Contact us online or at (800) 440-8058. 

Truck Accident Statistics in Nevada

Large commercial trucks cross our state highways and roads all year long. The entire Las Vegas area is dependent on these trucks to deliver the goods needed to keep our economy going. While trucking accidents occur less often than other traffic accidents, when they do occur they can be dangerous and deadly. 

According to the statistics by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration FMCSA, 158,000 people were injured and over 4,000 died in large truck crashes in 2019. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has reported that in 2020, passenger vehicle occupants comprised 97 percent of those who died in trucking accidents. This is because large trucks are often 20 to 30 times heavier than passenger vehicles. Furthermore, they have large blind spots, take much longer to stop, and their greater ground clearance can lead to passenger cars under-riding them in crashes. 

Truck Accident Claims in Nevada

Truck drivers and the companies they work for are subject to higher standards and regulations, such as those set by the FMCSA. 

These regulations involve such issues as:

• How long drivers can stay on the road without breaks and time off
• The loading of trucks, including weight limits for cargo
• Regular and proper truck maintenance
• Regular safety inspections
• Qualifications and training of drivers
• Operational safety standards

Violations of these regulations can be the cause behind truck accidents, as in the case of drivers who experience fatigue from staying on the road past mandated service of hours rules.

What Damages Could Be Recovered in a Truck Accident Claim?

Our firm will aggressively fight for a maximum settlement in your truck accident case. You will need an experienced and tough attorney when going up against the corporate interests and resources of trucking companies and their insurers. Because of the enormous damages that truck accidents can cause, these entities will fight hard to avoid responsibility. 

Truck accidents can result in severe injuries, from multiple broken bones to internal injuries, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, the loss of limbs, and more. The severity of injuries from these accidents can often lead to lengthy hospitalizations, multiple surgeries, various assistive therapies, extensive aftercare, and home care or assistance for those permanently disabled. 

Damages can include:

• Medical expenses associated with your injuries
• Lost wages or income
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of earning capacity
• Property damage 

Contact Our Las Vegas Truck Accident Attorney Today

Trucking companies and their insurers have teams of their own whose sole job is to defend them against injury claims. You will need an equally dedicated legal team on your side fighting for what you deserve. At Sierra Nevada Injury Lawyers, we will investigate every aspect of your accident, compile all necessary evidence, consult with experts, and negotiate for compensation that will cover the full extent of your damages. Insurance companies work for themselves. We work for you. Your future health and well-being are our priority.