Injuries in Los Angeles Truck Accidents

Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyer

If you were recently involved in an accident with a large truck, you may have the right to seek financial damages from the truck driver or whatever party was responsible for causing the collision. Because the injuries caused by truck accidents are often severe, it is helpful to involve an experienced lawyer who can assist you in properly filing your claim, presenting your case and seeking maximum financial compensation for your injuries.

A Los Angeles personal injury attorney at the Law Offices of Gerald L. Marcus can help, regardless of the particular type or extent of injury you have sustained. We can also offer you experienced legal counsel if you lost a loved one in a serious truck accident.

Why Do Truck Accidents Cause Serious Injuries?

Collisions involving large trucks cause serious injuries because of the large size and weight of the truck. A fully loaded commercial tractor-trailer or big rig may weigh 80,000 pounds or even more with a special permit. Versus a standard passenger car, a truck has the potential to cause catastrophic damage and that means an increased risk of injury for any occupants inside the car. The risk of injury is even greater in a truck accident that involves a motorcyclist, bicycle rider or pedestrian. These people have virtually no protection in the event of an accident. Even though a motorcycle or bicycle rider may have a helmet and other protective gear, it may not be able to prevent all injuries. Pedestrians have no protection against a traffic accident. In any collision, the smaller object will sustain the greatest damage. This principle holds true in Los Angeles truck accidents.