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Thousands of commercial truck accidents take place in the United States every year, many of them right here in Washington. The National Safety Council reports that, in 2022 alone, there were 120,200 large trucks involved in crashes that resulted in injury, as well as 5,837 fatal truck accidents. Both of these represent an increase in truck and car accident frequency, with fatalities seeing a 49% increase over 10 years.

When you are injured or a loved one is killed in one of these crashes, a commercial truck accident attorney can help you seek justice.

Types of Commercial Truck Accidents

Several types of truck accidents can result in serious and debilitating injuries. Among the most common are:

  • Rear-End Collisions: When a truck collides with the back of another vehicle.
  • Jackknife Crashes: When a truck trailer creates a sharp angle with the cab.
  • T-Bone Collision: When an accident involves direct impact to a vehicle’s side.
  • Underride Accidents: When a smaller vehicle slides underneath a truck.
  • Rollovers: When a truck or its trailer rolls over.
  • Blind-Spot Accidents: When a smaller vehicle is in a truck’s blind spot.
  • Cargo Accidents: When cargo shifts, causing trailer instability.

Victims of these crashes often suffer serious injuries, including injuries to the spinal cord and brain, with long-term consequences.

Talk to a Commercial Truck Accident Attorney for FREE

After a crash with a large truck, you need legal guidance from a commercial truck accident lawyer who understands what’s at stake for you and those you love. At Fuller & Fuller, we’ve been helping families in Tacoma, Olympia, and throughout Washington recover from devastating injuries for more than 50 years. Call us at 800-570-4878 to schedule a FREE and confidential case review to learn how we can help you.

Serious Injuries from Car Accidents with Commercial Trucks

The sheer size and weight of commercial trucks mean that when something goes wrong, it often goes very wrong. Serious injuries are common in these types of car accidents, and recovery can take months or even years. Some injuries can change lives permanently. When you sustain one of these injuries, it’s important to discuss your options with a commercial truck accident attorney to understand your rights.

Common truck accident injuries include:

  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Even with modern airbags, car accidents with trucks frequently result in a concussion or severe types of brain injury.
  • Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). Damage to the spinal cord can lead to partial or complete paralysis and often requires lifelong care.
  • Crushed or Broken Bones. Fractures, especially to the legs and pelvis, are common when vehicles are pinned or rolled.
  • Internal Injuries. Organs can easily become bruised, lacerated, or punctured in commercial truck accidents.
  • Severe Burns and Disfigurement. Fuel spills, torn metal, and shattered glass can result in painful and disfiguring injuries.
  • Amputation. In catastrophic cases, limbs may be severed or require medical amputation due to severe injury.

Injuries like these often lead to long-term disability, emotional distress, and massive financial burdens. Tragically, trying to seek fair compensation on your own can be both frustrating and unsuccessful. Commercial truck accident attorney Marya Fuller is here to listen to your story, assess how your injuries have impacted your life, and help you understand your rights. Reach out today for a cost-free case review to learn more.

Leading Causes of Car Accidents Involving Trucks

There are countless potential causes of commercial truck accidents, but certain patterns stand out. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Large Truck Crash Causation Study (LTCCS) found the leading causes of truck accidents include:

  • Driver Fatigue
  • Distracted Driving
  • Speeding or Aggressive Driving
  • Mechanical Failures
  • Improper Cargo Loading
  • Poor Weather Conditions

There are state and federal laws designed to prevent dangerous driving behaviors, including those that limit the amount of time commercial drivers can spend on the road before taking a break. When a trucker violates the law or otherwise acts negligently, they can be held accountable for the damages they cause. However, proving liability is not always a simple task. Having an experienced commercial truck accident lawyer on your side can help to ensure the cause of your car accident is identified and the proper parties are held accountable.

How Does a Commercial Truck Accident Attorney Establish Liability?

Truck accident cases can be very complex. Unlike the average car accident, multiple parties may be involved in a commercial vehicle crash, each potentially responsible in different ways. Determining liability means your commercial truck accident lawyer will need to look beyond surface events to investigate:

  • The Truck Driver’s Actions. Were they distracted, fatigued, speeding, under the influence, or otherwise driving irresponsibly?
  • The Trucking Company. Did they cut corners on training or background checks? Did they maintain an unrealistic schedule, forcing the driver to violate Hours of Service regulations?
  • The Cargo Loader/Shipper. Was the load properly balanced and secured?
  • The Vehicle Manufacturer. Was there a mechanical failure caused by a defect?
  • The Maintenance Provider. Were the cab and trailer properly maintained?

Commercial truck accident attorney Marya Fuller is a specialist in accident and injury law. She knows how to gather evidence and build strong cases for victims of serious injury. Determined and effective, Attorney Fuller is not intimidated by large trucking companies or their insurers. She is here to stand by your side, protect your rights, and help you seek the justice you are due.

Car Accident Damages in Washington

If you’ve been seriously injured in a truck accident in Washington, you may be entitled to several forms of compensation. Each case is unique, but damages that are commonly sought in car accident claims include:

  • Medical Expenses
  • Lost Wages
  • Reduced Earning Capacity
  • Disability or Disfigurement
  • Loss of Enjoyment in Life
  • Pain and Suffering

When calculating truck accident damages, all of the ways your injuries have and will continue to impact your life must be taken into account. In many cases, insurance companies will offer a quick settlement in an attempt to close the case and prevent future action on your part. When you are seriously injured by a commercial driver, you deserve better than the initial offers made by insurance. Before you accept a settlement offer, talk to our experienced commercial truck accident lawyer to learn how she can help you pursue the full compensation you deserve.

Bear in mind, there is generally a three-year statute of limitations on commercial truck accident injury claims in Washington. Talking to a lawyer before that time passes helps to preserve your right to seek compensation for your damages.

Our Commercial Truck Accident Lawyer Is Here to Help

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a commercial truck accident, Fuller & Fuller is here to help. Contact us today to schedule your complimentary case review and learn more. The experienced commercial truck accident attorneys at Fuller & Fuller have been helping injured people and their families in Olympia, Tacoma, and surrounding communities for more than 50 years. With experience, compassion, and tireless advocacy, we can help you seek the total compensation your injuries demand.


by Fuller & Fuller Attorneys at Law
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