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Glendale Truck Accident Lawyer

When truck accidents happen, they tend to leave victims with more serious injuries than those from other motor vehicle collisions. If you or a loved one were in a truck accident, the severe injuries experienced will result in a tidal wave of medical expenses, lost wages from being unable to work, and other financial tolls on your life.

Fortunately, personal injury law allows victims like you and your loved ones to seek justice and recover compensation by filing a truck accident case. Since truck accidents are quite complex, you won’t want to face the legal process alone while trying to heal from your injuries.

The Glendale truck accident attorneys at Wyatt Injury Law provide award-winning legal representation to injured victims in truck accidents. We are rated among the National Top 100 Trial Lawyers because we treat our injured clients with compassion and fight for fair compensation. Schedule a free consultation with our Glendale truck accident lawyers to learn about your legal options and how to move forward from this traumatic event.

The Importance of Hiring a Glendale Truck Accident Attorney

Truck accident claims are much more complicated than a car accident or motorcycle accident claim. While you can handle a car crash without a car accident lawyer if you have minor injuries, a truck accident is different. There are federal laws and regulations set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that will apply and you will likely have more than one at-fault party that will owe you maximum compensation. 

A personal injury lawyer or a truck accident lawyer is better equipped to help you through this difficult time in your life. The truck driver, trucking company, and insurance company will all be looking out for their best interests, and you should too.

Since most truck accidents tend to be devastating, you may not even realize you’ve been in a truck accident until you wake up in the hospital. Our Glendale truck accident lawyers can take action immediately and start investigating your case. With a truck accident lawyer, you will have someone who can gather evidence before it is destroyed and help you build a solid case to secure fair compensation for your injuries and damages. 

When you’re in a commercial truck accident, it is essential to protect your legal rights and take the right steps. You’ll have a better chance of being fairly compensated when you choose Wyatt Injury Law to advocate for you in your personal injury case. We provide a free initial consultation to help you understand your options.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Glendale, AZ

Many truck accidents are caused by errors made by truck drivers; however, they may not be the only ones responsible when semi-trucks crash. Take a look at some of the reasons why commercial trucks get in a trucking accident:

Distracted Driving

The danger of distracted driving doesn’t just affect the people driving regular vehicles. It is a deadly habit that truck drivers also engage in but it’s much worse when a collision with a semi-truck occurs. The massive height and weight of large trucks makes it far more dangerous when a truck driver is texting while driving or engaging in other distracted behaviors behind the wheel.

Improperly Loaded Cargo

When cargo is not distributed properly in a truck, it can shift while in transit. All it takes is for big rigs to make sharp turns for the cargo to throw off the truck’s center of gravity and cause a devastating crash.

Driving Under the Influence

Some truck accidents are caused by an intoxicated truck driver. Trucking companies are supposed to have their drivers undergo regular drug and alcohol screenings to make sure they are not a danger to other drivers on the road.

Drowsy Truck Drivers

The FMCSA regulates the hours of service a trucker can be on the road and mandates a time period for taking breaks. Some commercial drivers may feel pressure to keep driving and violate the hours of service. When a truck driver is exhausted, their reaction time may be delayed or they may fall asleep behind the wheel.

Lack of Training

Driving a large truck, especially one that is hauling hazardous materials, requires proper licensing and training. Due to the trucking industry experiencing exponential growth, the demand for truckers has caused a huge demand for drivers. Some companies will hire anyone who is willing to drive a semi-truck without giving them the proper training. 

Smaller vehicles are in danger when they’re on the roads with trucks, even when the driver behind the wheel has years of experience. Truck accidents may happen due to lack of maintenance and inspections, faulty or defective parts, foul weather, or because of neglected roads. No matter the cause of your commercial truck accident, a truck accident attorney can help file your injury claim and pursue compensation. Contact our law firm today to find out more about how we can help you with personal injury matters like truck accidents.

Common Injuries That Can Occur in a Trucking Accident

One of the worst things about truck accidents is that they have more potential to cause catastrophic injuries. These injuries may leave you with permanent damage, shattering your ability to work in your normal capacity or enjoy the things you once loved. 

Some of the injuries that are most often caused by accidents with commercial vehicles include:

  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Internal bleeding
  • Neck and back injuries
  • Burns
  • Amputations
  • Broken bones

If you were injured in an accident with a large truck, contact our law firm to speak with an experienced attorney. We will help you get compensation for spinal cord injuries and all other injuries, guiding you every step of the way in your personal injury claim.

Who Is Liable in Your Truck Accident Case?

Before you can secure compensation for your medical bills and other expenses, you will need to determine liability to hold the responsible party accountable for your damages. Accidents with trucks often have many liable parties that can be named in a lawsuit.

The Truck Driver

Drivers are responsible for operating their trucks in a safe manner on the roads. If a truck driver has engaged in illegal or negligent behavior while behind the wheel, they will be held responsible for the accident.

The Trucking Company

Trucking companies are also named in lawsuits for truck accidents. They usually have liability because they employ the truckers and they must abide by federal and state laws.

Cargo Loaders

As previously mentioned, the shipping companies or those responsible for loading cargo can bear some of the liability in a truck accident.

Government Agencies

Local and state government entities may also come under fire if they were found to be negligent in maintaining the roads or signage.

Truck Manufacturers

The manufacturer of the truck or its equipment may be held liable if an investigation reveals that the truck or its parts had defects. 

Drivers of Other Vehicles

Trucks and their drivers may not be the main reason for an accident. When the driver of another vehicle cuts in front of a truck or causes an accident, the trucker may not be able to stop in time. 

No matter how many parties are liable, our law firm will work diligently to ensure you are awarded a fair amount for your injuries and damages. In truck accidents, our extensive experience and compassion for victims sets us apart in Glendale.

What to Do After a Glendale Truck Accident

In those first moments after a truck accident, the steps you take are integral to protecting your legal rights. Make sure you call the police first to get them to the scene of the accident. They will create a police report and conduct an investigation, and calling 911 also ensures that paramedics are notified.

The next step may be the most important, and that is to make sure you get medical treatment, even if you do not believe you are injured. Many injuries do not have obvious signs, and adrenaline can further mask any symptoms. Delaying treatment can cause issues with the insurance company that represents the trucking company, which will likely try to claim your injuries either aren’t that serious or that they happened after the accident.

In most of these scenarios, the victims we represent call our law firm from the hospital. We can have an attorney visit you there, or you can schedule a free consultation when you are released. There is no obligation to hire an attorney but it is strongly advised that you work with competent legal counsel who can take over all the paperwork and make sure your lawsuit is filed within the time limit.

Understanding the Arizona Statute of Limitations for Truck Accident Cases

The statute of limitations for truck accidents applies to lawsuits that are filed, not for filing a claim with the insurer or reporting this event to your insurer. You must let your insurer know of the wreck as soon as possible, and when you file a claim with the trucking insurer, it’s best to act quickly.

These entities will require time to investigate and determine liability. Before you know it, the statute of limitations for filing your case, which is two years from the date of the incident, will be ticking away. You should be focused on healing from your injuries rather than taking on more stress. 

Wyatt Injury Law is here for you and is dedicated to working for the best possible outcome. Contact us today to set up a free initial consultation to discuss your truck accident.

Client Testimonials

Real Clients, Real Success Stories

Justin Wyatt represented my husband after a motorcycle accident. He and his staff were personable, professional, and so hard working. He cared about us, and it showed. It was a difficult time for us, but we were able to focus on my husband's recuperation, knowing that Justin was taking care of everything else for us. Thank you so much!

- Sara Hendrickson

I was referred to Wyatt Injury Law by a friend after an accident with uninsured driver who ran a red light. After feeling pretty hopeless and being turned down by 3 other attorneys (one flat out told me cases like mine are a pain the a** and he just wants to retire), I almost gave up on the whole thing. After getting off the phone with Justin, I instantly knew I was in good hands. He and his team were excellent at communicating every step of the process to me and keeping me in the loop. His team made a very well organized effort in getting me the rightful reimbursement for my injuries, pain and suffering. I was very happy with the outcome of my case and would not hesitate to refer Wyatt Injury Law to my friends should any one of them need such personal injury representation in the future.

- Irene Amrine

Justin is incredible! I can't say enough wonderful things about him! He helped me through a very difficult time in my life and career. He provided guidance, understanding, and moral support. I never hesitate to refer any of my clients to Justin! I know he will take excellent care of any person who calls, visits, or meets with him! He is a wonderful human being!

- Donna Fendon

I, my husband, and my best friend from college were all involved in a horrific car accident on one of the local freeways. We were rear ended by a pickup truck and we all suffered significant injuries. Justin Wyatt was recommended to us by a trusted friend. From the moment we first spoke to Justin, we knew we were in the right hands. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and tenacious. He and his team worked tirelessly to settle our case and exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Wyatt Injury Law to anyone in need of a personal injury attorney.

- Tracey Sahnow

The group at Wayatt Injury Law truly went above and beyond in handling my personal injury claim. They diligently explained every situation in detail to me and answered all of my questions. I had the pleasure of dealing with Justin, who from the very start, was upfront and realistic regarding the situation and expectations. In the end the Wyatt Injury Law maximized my claim for which I am very grateful. I was very fortunate to fall into the care of the Wyatt Injury Law, PLLC, and I would strongly recommend them to anyone in need of a law firm to handle a personal injury matter.

- Maria Bosovski

Justin took care of my husband & I after we were rear ended on the freeway and our vehicle was totaled. We were referred to him by a friend. He took great care of us and we just finished our case. He and his staff were great always there to help and answer any questions we had. He walked us through the whole process. Justin is very knowledgeable and will fight for you. He truly cares about his clients and is always a phone call or text away. While we were in the middle of our case with him our son was in a serious motorcycle accident and he is also taking care of him as well. We will definitely recommend Justin at Wyatt Injury Law to anyone in need! Thank you Justin!!!

- L Vail

Justin and his team were amazing. I started my claim with another attorney and for over a year there was no movement on my case. Justin came recommended by a friend and from the first appointment with him it was night and day compared to my dealings with a previous attorney. Expectations were set early on and he was able to close out my injury claim within 3 months! Justin Wyatt and his office did an outstanding job and they were able to secure an awesome settlement.

- Blanca Garcia

Justin Wyatt and his associates are professional, proactive, informative, and kind. They kept me up to date on the status of my case, communicated professionally with all parties involved, and resolved the matter completely and efficiently. Most important to me, Justin is a friendly, honest, engaging guy who was kind from start to finish. He explained every aspect of the case in layman's terms, making it easy for someone without a legal background to understand. If you want quality legal representation from an honest and ethical attorney, contact Just Wyatt. I'm happy I did and wouldn't hesitate to work with Justin again.

- Mindy K

Justin and his team have helped me immensely after I was a victim of a T-Bone car accident. I was hesitant to bring in a lawyer into my case, but Justin and his team reassured me that everything would be taken care and has gone above and beyond what I could have asked for. Justin handled everything very professionally, communicated with my party and I very often, and saw that everything went as smoothly as possible for me. I cannot recommend him enough, so if you're looking for the best injury lawyer, Justin and his team with Wyatt Injury Law is the route you want to go. Thank you, Justin!

- Cori

The whole team at Wyatt Injury Law was fantastic. They handled everything and made the process easy for me. I had contacted many personal injury attorneys (the big names you see on billboards and buses) and no one would take my case. If it wasn't for my cousin convincing me to pursue this personal injury case I wouldn't have followed through. It took months to find Wyatt Injury Law but well worth it. Don't hesitate to give them a call.

- Shelley Reynolds

From day one of having Justin & his team was such a comfort. They gave me the needed confidence to stay focused and positive, on such a difficult case. More importantly, they treated me as a friend and not a client. You and the team did such a wonderful job in all aspects of the case. Ya'll worked tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcome on my behalf, and I can't thank you enough, and will always be grateful for all of your efforts.

- Luis Avila

Whenever anyone of my friends or family is in need of a personal injury attorney, I don't hesitate to recommend Wyatt Injury Law. Justin and his team are fair-minded, professional, and do everything in their power to ensure a good outcome for their clients. Don't take on an insurance company yourself, call Wyatt Injury Law FIRST. You won't regret it!

- Jim Summers

I found Wyatt's group by searching through Korean Times pages. My husband is more comfortable with speaking Korean, but Justin Wyatt helped my husband with his best work, start to end. He and his staff were personable, very knowledgeable and so hard-working. He cared about us, and was easy to talk to. It was not a fun time for us to go through all that, but we were able to get it done in a short time, Justin took care of everything in time and went through the steps with us. Thank you so much me and my husband really appreciate you!!

- Julie Cha

Justin's counsel was extremely beneficial to me and my situation. I was dealing with a situation involving car accidents and insurance and he helped me understand what I should do. You can tell he has acute judgement and a good character. Highly recommend

- Spencer

Justin and his whole team did an amazing job with my case I can't thank them enough, professionalism, high quality, responsive. I would highly recommend if you or your loved one looking for the best injury lawyer. Contact with Wyatt injury law firm PLLC. Thank you Justin.

- Samuel

I was referred to Wyatt Injury Law through another referral in May of 2022. Upon first speaking with Justin and his team I knew that I was going to be taken care of and that is exactly what happened! This process took a little over 2 years to complete, and there were numerous hurdles to jump over, but Justin never took his foot off the pedal. I would highly recommend Justin Wyatt and his team to take care of any of your injury law needs!

- Jacob Knudson

I had the opportunity to work with Justin’s firm over the last year. Justin is an exceptional legal professional and assisted me with an injury settlement case. His level of professionalism and expertise was apparent from the very beginning, and I felt confident that I was in capable hands. Justin and his team kept me updated on the progress of the case every step of the way. He handled this case with sensitivity and tact. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with the services provided by Wyatt Injury Law firm. They demonstrated exceptional communication skills and were able to effectively represent my needs and concerns throughout the process. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you for your outstanding service Justin!

- Edward Appiah Boateng