Trucking Collisions: Jackson, Mississippi-area Auto / Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), one out of eight traffic fatalities in 2005 resulted from a semi-truck accident. Due to the immense size and weight of large commercial trucks, trucking accidents are inherently dangerous; over 100,000 people are injured and more than 5,000 killed in semi-truck accidents each year.

Victims of truck and other auto accidents may be entitled to compensation for any resulting medical expenses, emotional suffering, lost wages, and property damage. Because it is always difficult to put a dollar value on the catastrophic injuries and the emotional distress caused by a semi-truck accident, it is important for victims to retain experienced legal representation. At Ingram│Wilkinson, an aggressive Jackson, Mississippi-area auto and semi-truck accident lawyer will protect your rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Without such legal assistance, many victims are left responsible for most of the expenses resulting from an accident which was not their fault. Serving Hattiesburg, Biloxi-Gulfport, Jackson, and Mississippi victims statewide, contact an auto and semi-truck accident lawyer at Ingram│Wilkinson today.

Semi-Truck Accident Litigation:

• Special Considerations
  • Turning Accidents
  • Jackknifing
  • Rollover Accidents
• Potential Defendants

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Special Considerations

Certain dangers are unique to semi-truck accidents. These include:

Turning Accidents

Typically, commercial trucks are very long, making them difficult to turn. Frequently, semi-truck drivers require two or more lanes to make a right turn. If another vehicle is caught between the truck and the curb, that vehicle may be squeezed or cut off and a serious, even deadly, collision may occur. Truck drivers often don't take notice of their blind spots, which may exist in front of, behind, and on the sides of their vehicle. If a truck cannot see a car because the car is in its blind spot, the truck may make a wide turn into the car. Additionally, commercial trucks sometimes swing into adjacent lanes of traffic without warning if they are driving too fast. Large trucks also require about 40 percent more stopping distance than passenger vehicles, so while they may see a car at the last minute, they may not be able to stop in time. While this may not be a clear cut case of driver negligence, some courts have held that driving a semi-truck in this manner (turning from an inside lane or occupying two lanes) is sufficient to establish the truck driver's fault.

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Jackknifing

Jackknifing is a semi-truck accident term that refers to the dangerous situation that occurs when a truck’s trailer swings out to one side, forming an angle that resembles the angle a jackknife’s blade forms with its protective handle. Although jackknife accidents may be caused by slippery road conditions, often these collisions are the result of negligence by the truck driver. In fact, most jackknife accidents can by avoided by prudent braking. Our trucking accident attorneys serve the victims of jackknife accidents.

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Rollover Accidents

Although any vehicle may roll over under the right circumstances, those with a higher center of gravity, such as trucks, SUVs, and vans, are more likely to do so. According to the NHTSA, rollover accidents account for just 3 percent of motor vehicle accidents annually. However, rollover accidents account for 33 percent of traffic fatalities. Semi-truck rollover accidents typically occur at exit and entrance ramps when a driver misjudges the sharpness of a curve and travels too fast. In addition to driver negligence, automotive defects can potentially contribute to the occurrence of rollover accidents.

If you have been injured in a truck accident, or have lost a loved one to a fatal wreck, contact a Jackson, Mississippi-area auto and semi-truck accident lawyer at Ingram│Wilkinson today.

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Potential Defendants

At Ingram│Wilkinson, our auto accident attorneys handle catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death claims on behalf of clients throughout the greater Jackson, Mississippi, area. An auto and semi-truck accident lawyer at our firm can help you obtain the compensation you deserve. To help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case, our attorneys will identify as many potential defendants as possible.

Possible liable parties include:

• Truck drivers
• Trucking companies
• Contractors
• Employers
• Insurance companies

Establishing the liability of third parties can dramatically increase the return on your claim. However, doing so requires expert representation. An experienced auto and semi-truck accident lawyer from Ingram│Wilkinson can help. Schedule a free consultation today.

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Contact an Auto and Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer

If you have been seriously injured in a trucking accident, contact Ingram│Wilkinson. Serving Hattiesburg, Biloxi-Gulfport, Jackson, and Mississippi victims statewide, an auto and semi-truck accident lawyer at our firm can help you obtain compensation for your injuries.

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