Orange County Truck Accident Lawyer
DeWitt Algorri & Algorri is an Orange County law firm that understands how a truck accident can upend your life, leaving you with serious physical injuries, emotional turmoil, staggering medical bills, and lost income. Our team is here to help you put the pieces back together and regain your footing.
This page outlines how our truck accident lawyers in Orange County can provide the support you need. If you’ve been involved in an accident and feel let down by your insurer or the parties at fault, we’re committed to ensuring you receive the rightful compensation you deserve across California.
Truck Accident Law Firm Serving All Courts in Southern California
DeWitt Algorri & Algorri is an Orange County law firm that understands how a truck accident can turn your life upside down. You may be facing severe physical injuries, psychological harm, mounting medical bills, and lost income. Our team is here to help you rebuild and regain control of your life.
DeWitt Algorri & Algorri serves truck accident victims across all of Orange County, California. Our office is conveniently located at 4220 Von Karman Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92660, accessible from major highways. If you or a family member has been seriously injured due to someone else’s negligence, contact DeWitt Algorri & Algorri by calling 855-WINNING (855-946-6464) to schedule a risk-free, no-obligation consultation. Let us be part of the team that helps you move forward with confidence.
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Truck Accidents in Orange County
Certain accident types are unique to trucks–primarily because of their size. Some of the most common include:
- Blindspot issues. Truck drivers have significant blind spots that prevent them from seeing the vehicles around them. If a smaller vehicle is in the passing lane when a truck driver is starting to merge, there is a chance the truck will strike the car from the side.
- Underride and override accident. Override and underride accidents are often fatal. An override accident happens when a tractor-trailer drives over the top of the vehicle in front of them–often due to tailgating or not stopping in time. Underride accidents occur when the car following the tractor-trailer strikes the back and gets stuck underneath.
- Rollovers and blowouts. Because of their higher center of gravity, large trucks are at a higher risk of rolling over. This most often occurs when the trailer’s goods are not loaded correctly. Blowouts occur when a truck’s tires are not properly maintained. A worn-out tire will shred and scatter all along the road, potentially striking vehicles nearby.
- Jackknife accidents. Jackknife accidents are more likely to occur on wet surfaces or around sharp turns taken too fast. The vehicle’s trailer swings up near the cab, forming a 90-degree angle.
- Lost load. If a truck’s load is not secure, it may fall off. This is especially dangerous at high speeds.
No matter what type of accident you have been harmed in, we are here to explain your options and help you fight for the compensation you need.
Determining Fault for a Truck Accident
There are a number of parties who could potentially be held responsible for a big rig accident. Your attorney will conduct a thorough investigation to determine who is explicitly at fault for what happened to you. Remember that the value of evidence fades over time, so it is essential to get in touch with an attorney as soon as possible after your accident.
Trucker Negligence
Truck drivers are often looked at first when determining negligence. Some of the most common reasons truckers cause accidents include:
- Distracted driving
- Fatigue
- Intoxication
- Reckless driving or speeding
- Inexperience
Truck drivers owe those on the road a duty of care to operate their vehicles as safely as possible. If they breach that duty and someone gets hurt, they can be held accountable.
Trucking Company Negligence
A trucking company could be held accountable for an accident for numerous reasons. For example, if they negligently hire an employee or fail to train a driver properly, there is an increased risk for that trucker to cause an accident. Trucking companies may also be held responsible in the event they fail to properly maintain their vehicle and conduct regular inspections as required under federal law.
Auto Parts Manufacturer Negligence
In some instances, an auto parts manufacturer may be held accountable for an accident if the incident is caused by mechanical failure. If the truck driver had been appropriately trained and driving safely when the vehicle malfunctioned, a faulty part may be responsible for the occurrence. If any part of the vehicle is defective and an accident occurs, the manufacturer could be responsible.
File Your Claim With DeWitt Algorri & Algorri Today
It only takes a moment for a truck accident to upend your life completely. You should not have to suffer when you have the legal right to file a compensatory claim, from significant injuries and pain to repeat hospital visits or extended stays, time away from work, unexpected expenses, and more.
Our Orange County truck accident lawyers believe that accident victims should have every opportunity to recover as fully as possible from an accident, and negligent drivers should be held accountable for their actions. Speak with a lawyer from DeWitt Algorri & Algorri at 855-WINNING (855-946-6464) or contact us online to learn more.
