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Trucking Accident Attorney Chicago

Have you been a victim of a truck accident recently? If you have, it’s likely that you sustained some type of injury. The aftermath of a minor or major trucking accident can be incredibly emotionally and financially draining. It’s understandable if you want answers and compensation for all hardships that have befallen you, which is why it would be beneficial to speak with a Chicago trucking accident attorney

According to statistics, 74 percent of all passenger vehicle fatality cases include a large truck. Additionally, it is believed that an estimated 130,000 people suffer injuries after being involved in a trucking accident. Should you have been one of these people to be injured in a trucking accident, our lawyers at The Horwitz Law Group can help you. 

When You Should Seek A Truck Accident Attorney

Essentially if you have been injured or suffered losses due to a trucking accident, you should consider hiring a truck accident attorney. This is because most trucking companies and their insurers place their own needs and wants first. They don’t take into account your best interests and will try to ensure they compensate you as little as possible. 

Additionally, truck accident cases are very different from car accident cases. In some instances, a trucking accident is not the driver’s fault as it could be the trucking company at fault or the maintenance of the fleet, or the truck’s specific manufacturers. By seeking the counsel of an attorney, you are equipping yourself with the tools you need to prove who is at fault and ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. 

The Most Common Causes Of Truck Accidents In Chicago

In Chicago, big rig accidents have proven to be the most fatal, and tractor-trailer accidents account for a large proportion of all trucking accidents in the state. Additionally, commercial truck accidents also account for a significant portion of all crashes in Chicago. 

Before determining who is the at-fault party for the trucking accident you were involved in, you need to establish the cause. If you determine the cause, you might find more than one party liable for your injuries and losses. Below are a few of the common causes for trucking accidents in Chicago. 

  • A driver or trucking company broke the commercial trucking rules and regulations. 
  • The truck driver was negligent or committed an error that could have been avoided. 
  • There was an equipment malfunction on the interior or exterior of the truck.
  • The truck was incorrectly loaded or was not secured correctly. 
  • The roadways were hazardous. 

How Liability Is Ascertained In A Trucking Accident In Chicago

In most cases, the liability for a trucking accident will fall on a trucking company. When a truck driver is proven to be at fault, the courts will likely hold the truck company responsible for the accident that caused you harm. Essentially, trucking companies will be held responsible for any misconduct and acts of negligence that their drivers committed. However, sometimes the courts will find other parties liable, such as third-party drivers and cargo companies. 

For A Consultation Contact, A Chicago Trucking Accident Attorney To Discuss Your Accident

At The Horwitz Law Group, we firmly believe that commercial drivers and trucking companies, as well as other third parties at fault, should be held liable for their actions that have caused injuries. When you consult with one of our Chicago-based attorneys, you will receive the help you need to seek compensation for the various injuries and losses you sustained in your trucking accident. Don’t hesitate to get in contact with our firm today for an obligation-free consultation. 

Case Results

$6,900,000.00

for a motor vehicle wrongful death case.

$5,300,000.00

for a 75-year-old woman who suffered an above the knee amputation due to being run over by a private school bus.

$4,500,000.00

for a young lady who was run over by a private waste hauling company while crossing the street.

$3,600,000.00

for a trucking accident resulting in the death of the driver.

$3,000,000.00

for a 70 year old man who died, without any living relatives, seven months after being hit by a car while crossing the street.

$2,300,000.00

for a client whose family was killed by a street sweeper that ran a red light.

$2,100,000.00

for a client injured in a 2005 Metra train derailment case.

$1,600,000.00

for a minor rear-ended on an expressway in Kankakee.

$1,400,000.00

for a premises liability accident resulting in below the knee amputation.

$1,200,000.00

for a woman who was hit by a car while crossing the street.

$1,197,000.00

for a client who was injured on the CTA red line train.

$900,000.00

for a bicyclist hit by a car.

$800,000.00

for a passenger injured in a rideshare rollover accident.

$750,000.00

for a rideshare accident injury.

$600,000.00

for a low-speed rear-end accident.

$500,000.00

for injuries in a van accident pulling a trailer.

$500,000.00

for a minor injured in a ride-share accident.

$495,000.00

for a pedestrian injured due to a sidewalk defect.

$350,000.00

for a passenger injured in a rideshare rollover accident.

$289,000.00

for a driver injured in an auto accident.

$270,000.00

for injuries from a right-turning truck.

$260,000.00

for a family injured in an auto accident.

$255,000.00

for a law enforcement officer rear-ended by a truck.

$250,000.00

for a motorcyclist rear-ended.

$233,000.00

for an individual injured by a dog.

$225,000.00

for a bicyclist hit by a car while crossing the street.

$201,000.00

for a driver rear-ended on the expressway.

$175,000.00

for a client who had lawyers at another law firm trying to settle the accident case for only $60,000.

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