Commercial Vehicles

What Is a Commercial Vehicle Accident?

A commercial vehicle accident is any crash where someone is hurt because of a collision involving a vehicle used for business purposes. This includes big rigs, semi-trucks, delivery vans, delivery cars, buses, and other vehicles operated by companies or for commercial transport. These accidents often happen on highways, city streets, or loading areas, and can be caused by driver fatigue, speeding, improper loading, distracted driving, or failure to follow safety rules.

Commercial vehicles are usually (but not always) much larger and heavier than regular cars, which means accidents involving them can cause serious injuries or major damage. If you’re injured in a crash with a commercial vehicle, you may be able to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and damage to your property.

How Our Office Helps People Injured by Commercial Vehicles

If you’ve been hurt in an accident with a big rig, semi-truck, or other commercial vehicle, our office can help in several ways:

• Investigating the Accident: We gather evidence like police reports, photos, and witness statements to understand how the crash happened and who is responsible.
• Reviewing Company Records: We look at driver logs, maintenance records, and company safety policies to find out if rules were broken or if the company was negligent.
• Dealing with Insurance and Companies: We handle all communication with insurance companies and the business involved, making sure your claim is taken seriously and you’re not pressured into accepting less than you deserve.
• Proving Fault: We work to show that the driver, company, or another party was careless or violated safety laws, which is key to getting compensation.
• Seeking Compensation: We help you recover money for medical care, lost income, pain and suffering, and repairs to your property.
• Guiding You Through the Process: We explain your rights, answer your questions, and represent you in negotiations or court if needed.
• No Upfront Fees: You only pay us if we successfully recover money for you.

Simple Summary

A commercial vehicle accident is any crash involving a big rig, semi-truck, or other business vehicle that causes injury or damage. If you’re hurt, our office can help by investigating your case, reviewing company records, handling insurance, proving fault, and fighting for fair compensation, so you can focus on getting better.