Tanker Truck Accident Lawyer

Tanker trucks can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds and often they carry flammable and dangerous chemicals. While tanker trucks are heavily regulated by state and federal laws due to their size and hazardous cargo, they are still involved in catastrophic accidents.

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.

Causes of Tanker Truck Accidents

Tanker trucks are large commercial vehicles designed to transport either gas or liquids and because of their hazardous nature, tanker truck drivers must adhere to specific regulations when operating their vehicles. These regulations are designed to reduce the risk of accidents and to promote the safe operation of trucks on Illinois roadways. Unfortunately, these important regulations regarding record keeping, maintenance requirements, hours of service, and proper material handling are often ignored, leading to devastating accidents.

Other causes of tanker truck accidents can include:

• Distracted driving
• Fatigued driving
• Reckless driving
• Driving under the influence
• Poor weather or road conditions
• Defective truck design
• Improper truck maintenance
• Improper loading of materials

Tanker Truck Accident Injuries

Tanker truck accidents are often quite substantial due to the large size of the truck and the cargo they transport. This cargo can be flammable, causing fires and explosions, and because of the toxic nature of the chemicals that are often transported, can affect the health and safety of those not directly involved in the tanker truck accident.

The types of tanker truck accident injuries commonly seen include:

• Serious cuts and lacerations
• Crushing injuries
• Broken bones
• Burns
• Back and spinal cord damage
• Paralysis
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Internal injuries
• Exposure due to chemicals
• Wrongful death

Determining who may be liable for your damages and injuries may be difficult. An experienced personal injury lawyer can review your case and investigate if the driver, their employer, the truck or parts manufacturer, truck mechanic, and/or the person or company that was in charge of loading the tanker may be responsible for your accident. 844 See Mike LLC will not only go after the at-fault party or parties but will ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

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 the 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 a meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.