Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer
Garbage trucks are large, bulky, typically from 16,000-18,000 pounds, and have multiple large blind spots, making them difficult to maneuver safely. With the hundreds of garbage trucks that take to Illinois’ roadways every day, it is not surprising that garbage truck accidents occur with some frequency. When a garbage truck is involved in an accident, injuries are often severe and unfortunately, these accidents are often deadly.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another driver’s negligence, we at 844 See Mike are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses.
Common Types of Garbage Truck Accidents
Garbage truck accidents can occur for many reasons, and may involve other vehicles, pedestrians, or bicyclists.
Common types of garbage truck accidents include:
- Garbage truck blind spot accidents;
- Motorists attempting to pass garbage trucks;
- Garbage trucks running into other vehicles;
- Debris falling from the garbage truck;
- Rear-end collisions;
- Garbage truck rollover.
While garbage truck accidents can occur for any number reasons, including mechanical failure, frequent stops, poor visibility, speeding, tight streets, and poor road and weather conditions, the majority of these accidents are due to human error.
Liability in Garbage Truck Accidents
Determining liability in a garbage truck accident can be complicated. Garbage truck drivers who act negligently can be held responsible for any damages and injuries they cause. Because many garbage trucks are owned by a government entity, the municipality that employs the driver could also be partially at-fault. Also, if the accident was due to faulty maintenance or defective truck parts, the mechanical shop that worked on the truck or the parts manufacturer could be partially liable as well.
It is important to note that the length of time that you have to file a claim will depend on who may have been at-fault for your accident. An experienced personal injury lawyer can review your case and determine where liability may lie, which is why it is crucial to secure legal help as soon as possible.
We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at work we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First.
Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google. Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com, or schedule meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.
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