Monterey Park Truck Accident Lawyers

Large truck accidents are an unfortunate reality in Southern California. Across the state, more than 240 people each year lose their life due to a truck collision. If you have suffered an injury in a collision with a commercial truck, experienced Monterey Park truck accident lawyers may be able to help.  

Responsible parties in a truck accident 

One of the first tasks our personal injury lawyers will undertake in a truck accident case is to identity the responsible parties. At times, there can be multiple negligent parties that are at fault for the accident. In order to maximize our client’s recovery, our attorneys work diligently to investigate the cause of the accident and identify all responsible parties.  

In many cases, the fault lies with the negligent truck driver. Whether it is due to the operator falling asleep behind the wheel after ignoring hours of operations regulations or simply running a red light through a crowded intersection, any negligent act that causes a vehicle accident could be grounds for a lawsuit.  

Under certain circumstances, the trucking company might also face liability. As the employer of the truck driver, the company can be held responsible for any negligence of the driver while they are on company time.

There are other situations where a truck accident lawyer might be able to hold a trucking company responsible. For instance, if the company failed to properly maintain the vehicle, was careless in its training of the driver, or loaded the trailer in a manner that made a collision more likely, it may be possible to pursue the company for damages.  

Sometimes, the cause of an accident is the highway itself. State and local governments are responsible for the construction and upkeep of public roadways. If a defect in the road itself led to a truck accident, it is possible for a Monterey Park truck accident attorney to pursue the government for their client’s damages.  

Sources of compensation 

If a negligent truck driver, trucking company, or municipalities are the cause for your injuries, those entities will be responsible for your damages. However, in many cases these companies will have insurance policies in place to cover their losses.  

Dealing with an insurance company can be tricky. While insurance companies have deep pockets, these enormous corporations make their profit by paying as little towards each claim as they can get away with. It is up to a personal injury attorney to bring the insurance companies to the table with a reasonable offer. Our attorneys understand that by preparing every case as if it will ultimately go to trial, our clients will find themselves in the best position to recover their damages.  

What a truck accident lawyer can offer  

In every case, we strive to meet the needs of our client by providing the personal attention they deserve. Our approach has been successful, leading to more than $350 million recovered on behalf of our clients.  

When it comes to finding the right Monterey Park truck accident lawyers, “Call Ellis Law, we’re here to help!” Contact Ellis Injury Law today to schedule your FREE consultation.