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Questions About Trucking Accident Lawsuits
in Denver and throughout Colorado and Wyoming
What is a common carrier?
A common carrier is a special class of vehicle, such as a bus, train, airplane, or tractor trailer truck that is subject to strict regulations by the state or federal government. Compliance or noncompliance with any applicable regulations may be an important aspect of your case if you were injured in an accident with a large truck (also known as a big rig, 18-wheeler, semi, semi trailer, etc.).
What are the legal considerations associated with trucking accidents?
As common carriers, tractor-trailer trucks as well as the trucking companies that own them are subject to more stringent rules and regulations than private vehicles, including strict guidelines for how many hours a truck driver can be on the road, the type and volume of load, extensive rules regarding maintenance of the vehicle, and other factors.
If you have been in a trucking accident, it is important that you find an attorney with experience and knowledge of the State and federal regulations applicable to truckers and trucking companies. You will need an attorney who has experience handing truck accident lawsuits to properly represent your interests.
What are some of the factors involved in trucking accidents?
Large trucks are inherently more dangerous than other vehicles on the road. They are larger, heavier, and are more difficult to brake and maneuver than a standard passenger car, and as such they are more likely to lose control and more likely to cause serious damage in an accident. Trucks also can have defective parts or be improperly maintained. In addition, because of their larger weight and momentum it can be virtually impossible to recover from a problem situation - particularly in wet or icy weather.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
In cases in which more than one party shares the blame for the accident, courts will frequently assign a percentage of the responsibility to each party, and take that into account when establishing compensation. Depending on the law of the State where the accident occurred, you may still be able to recover damages for your injuries in proportion to the responsibility of the other party.
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If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in a trucking accident in Colorado, Wyoming or anywhere in the Rocky Mountain region, you will need an experienced trucking accident lawyer to represent you. Burg Simpson has the experience, and the resources, to ensure that you can recover the damages you deserve for your injuries and your losses. Please call or email our trucking accident lawyers today to schedule your free initial consultation.
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