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Truck Accidents Overview

Trucking Accidents

According to the Center for National Truck and Bus Statistics, there were around 5,300 trucks involved in fatal accidents in 2004. These accidents represent millions of dollars and untold grief in the lives of thousands of families.

Carmel, Indiana, lawyers dedicated to obtaining compensation for those whose lives have been turned upside down by a truck accident

At the Carmel, Indiana, law firm of Wagner Reese & Crossen, our attorneys are dedicated to helping the families of those killed in fatal truck accidents. We also use our litigation experience and knowledge to obtain compensation for people injured in an accident with a semi or other large commercial vehicle. If you have been injured in a trucking accident or have lost a loved one, contact us to learn how we can help you obtain compensation for your injuries and losses. Call 800-792-0332 for a free initial consultation.

Causes of truck accidents

There are many causes of truck accidents. Those we see most frequently in our practice include:

Indiana has an above average number of fatal trucking accidents

Although we handle truck accident cases all around the country, we focus on accidents occurring on Indiana highways by virtue of our location in Central Indiana. Our state is among the top eight in fatal truck accidents involving single tractor-trailers and among the top seven in accidents involving double tractor-trailers. These and other statistics reported by the TIFA Fact Book, 2004 (Trucks Involved in Fatal Accidents), reflect the story of Indiana trucking accidents, both fatal and nonfatal.

Series injuries to other drivers and truckers are common

Whether the accident occurs in a construction zone, or on one of our many interstate highways or in downtown Indianapolis, the injuries sustained in a truck accident can be catastrophic. A truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Most cars weigh less than 3,000 pounds. A car is usually going to come out on the short end of the stick in an accident with a truck. The result is often catastrophic injury such as traumatic brain injury or a wrongful death. Truckers themselves are often injured in accidents, resulting in a workers’ compensation claim in addition to a third party injury claim against the responsible driver. We have assisted many truck drivers and their passengers with their accident claims.

If you have suffered an injury or lost a loved one in a truck crash, contact our truck accident lawyers at Wagner Reese & Crossen. We have the resources and knowledge to conduct a thorough investigation of your accident. Call today for a free initial consultation.

An Indiana law firm with a national trucking accident practice