If you were injured in a Queens truck accident, you need a powerful advocate in your corner. Truck accidents cause serious property damage and devastating injuries. Few people walk away unhurt from these wrecks. In fact, their nightmare is usually only beginning.
The Law Offices of Gary E. Rosenberg, P.C. can help. Our firm’s goal is to help you put your life together following a Queens truck accident. Whether you were struck on the highway or while a truck backed up in downtown Queens, you need a seasoned advocate who has your back.
Experience You Can Rely On
Attorney Gary Rosenberg has practiced personal injury law for decades. His law firm has helped countless accident victims secure fair compensation for their injuries, and he knows how to build a proper truck accident case:
- Investigate the truck driver and trucking company for a history of violations and infractions.
- Visit the scene of the wreck to see how environmental factors might have contributed to the crash.
- Speak with witnesses to find out what they saw.
- Compile medical records and work with experts to understand your physical and emotional limitations following the crash.
- Negotiate a fair settlement for our clients with all defendants.
- File a lawsuit, if necessary, to seek justice on your behalf.
Most trucks are owned by large trucking companies with sky-high profits. These companies often cut corners to pad their bottom line—and innocent people get hurt in the process. It doesn’t have to be like this. The trucking company has a law firm representing them. You need someone, too.
What Causes Truck Accidents in Queens?
Negligent Drivers
We see many people hurt by truck drivers who are negligent behind the wheel:
- Fatigued drivers
- Careless drivers
- Illegal cell phone use
- Unsafe lane changes
- Intoxicated or impaired drivers
- Speeding drivers
Many truck drivers have tight deadlines and narrow windows for making a delivery of goods. It is not unusual for these drivers to go too fast or to drive for too many hours in a day. When a negligent or reckless driver strikes you, then you can usually sue them and their employer for compensation.
Dangerous Trucks
In other situations, the driver didn’t do anything wrong, but the truck was defective. Any of the following could make a truck unmanageable:
- Tire defects
- Brake defects
- Defective truck design
- Subpar manufacturing
- Negligent repairs
- Lack of necessary inspections
Trucking companies must perform regular maintenance and keep detailed records. We’ve found that some of them are not servicing their trucks the way they should. If you were hurt by a defective truck, you might sue the manufacturer, a mechanic, or the trucking company.
Do You Know What to Do Following a Truck Accident?
Big rigs and other large commercial trucks weigh over 80,000 pounds. When they collide with a smaller vehicle, many motorists are completely dazed.
What steps should you take to solidify your legal claim for compensation?
- First, you should immediately get medical help if you need it. The sooner you receive treatment, the better your odds of recovery.
- Second, call the police to come out to the scene. The driver might be too impaired to call, so use your phone if you can.
- Third, you should document the accident using your camera to take photographs of all vehicles involved.
- Fourth, identify witnesses. Ask for a name and contact number so you can reach out to them later.
We Fight for Fair Compensation
Many Queens truck accident victims are shocked to discover that obtaining compensation is harder than they expected. Maybe they handled their own claim for a prior car accident. It’s understandable that they think bringing a truck claim is just as easy.
Unfortunately, trucking companies often fight these claims aggressively. They know a lot of money is at stake, so they try to reduce their liability. They might even blame you for the accident.
We get to work immediately seeking compensation for:
- Medical care
- Lost income
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of consortium
Meet with our Queens truck accident lawyer to review how much you might receive.
Contact Our Law Firm for a Free Case Evaluation
Gary E. Rosenberg has practiced truck accident law for decades. He has helped clients hurt in a variety of accidents get compensation so they can begin to piece their lives back together. This is a difficult process, but his experience often makes a difference.
To get started, please call or send us an online message. We will listen to you describe your accident and answer any questions you have.