Alabama Truck Driving Accidents

Lawyer for Truck Accident Victims in Alabama

In 2008 alone, 380,000 large trucks (weighing more than 10,000 pounds) were involved in traffic accidents throughout the U.S., according to NHTSA truck accident statistics. These truck driving accidents caused the deaths of 4,229 people and injured 90,000. These statistics prove just how serious a truck driving accident may be. And unfortunately, the people most often affected are the drivers or passengers of the other vehicles involved in the accidents rather than the truck drivers.

If you or someone you love was recently injured in a truck driving accident in Alabama, our law firm may be able to help. Alabama truck accident attorney Timothy A. Hughes is dedicated to helping victims of auto accidents involving large trucks and will be happy to offer you a free consultation. All you have to do is call us at 800-760-7807 or contact us online.

Why are Truck Driving Accidents So Serious?

The severity of an Alabama truck driving accident is easily displayed when you consider the immense size, weight and power of a big rig, tractor-trailer, semi truck or 18-wheeler. Fully loaded, a large truck may weigh 80,000 pounds or more. Pitted against a typical passenger car, which may weigh around 3,000 pounds, a large commercial truck is likely to cause serious damage and therefore catastrophic injury to the occupants of the smaller vehicle. A victim of a truck driving accident may suffer from head trauma, spinal cord injury, multiple broken bones, neck injuries, internal organ damage and more. However, the speed and force of impact will likely influence the type and severity of injury a victim sustains.

A truck driving accident may have left you, a friend or a family member with serious injuries, mounting medical bills and an uncertain future. Take charge and exercise your legal right to financial compensation by working with a lawyer dedicated to helping you recover. Contact an Alabama truck driving accident lawyer at our firm today.