Jersey City Truck Accident Lawyers

There’s no way around it. If you drive in Jersey City, you’re going to be on the road with large trucks. They’re a logistical necessity, but you may not feel safe on the road with them.

Unfortunately, that fear is merited. A truck accident can happen so quickly you may not even know what hit you. The devastating consequences of a truck accident could change your life forever.

That realization, the severity of your injures, and the mounting pressure to pay medical bills can be overwhelming. How do you cope with the new direction your life is taking, and how can you get the compensation you deserve? The answer is simple: get an attorney on your side.

The legal team at Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers wants to help you recover from your crash with a refilled bank account. Too many people are injured by commercial truck drivers in New Jersey. The irresponsible parties at fault for your crash should pay for their negligence.

You deserve fair compensation for your injures, and the Jersey City truck accident lawyers at Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers can help. Contact us today at (201) 583-5765 for a free case evaluation.

Types of Truck Accident Cases Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers Can Handle

Not all truck accidents are created equal. There’s a huge variety of large and commercial trucks on New Jersey roads every day. The type of truck, who was driving it, and who owns it can all make a big difference in a legal claim. Your attorney will investigate to determine who we should target to recover the maximum damages possible for your injury.

It takes a knowledgeable team experienced with truck accident cases to get victims the compensation they are entitled to. At Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers, we have the experience and resources it takes to hold multiple parties responsible for large or commercial trucking accidents.

Here are some of the most common vehicles we see involved in accidents on New Jersey roads:

• Tractor-trailers
• Tanker trucks
• Garbage trucks
• Construction vehicles
• Flatbed trucks
• Tow trucks
• Delivery trucks
• Busses

Common Causes of New Jersey Truck Accidents

While outside factors like road hazards, defective parts, and weather conditions can all play a part in trucking accidents, the vast majority of accidents are caused by human error.

In a study compiled by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the driver was the critical factor in 87 percent of large truck crashes. Only 10 percent of accident cases they examined were the result of mechanical failure or a defective part.

Whether a driver is distracted, negligent, or just plain reckless, it’s the human element that results in large scale accidents with serious, and sometimes dire consequences.

These tend to be the most common causes of large and commercial trucking accidents:

• Distracted driving
• Driving under the influence
• Driver fatigue
• Unsafe or hazardous driving behavior, including speeding, following too closely, aggressive driving, reckless lane changes, and not paying attention to blind spots

• Lack of adequate training or poor driving performance, such as: overcompensating, poor directional control, and misjudging road conditions
• Equipment failure and defective parts
• Improperly loaded cargo
• Weather conditions

Consequences of Negligent Driving

Commercial trucks are heavy-duty machines that can weigh more than 80,000 pounds. The truck itself is a powerful machine capable of crushing anything in its path, and they carry heavy, sometimes dangerous loads that make an accident more unpredictable and destructive.

Trucks can be involved in several different accident scenarios. Each carries significant consequences for the passenger vehicles caught in the wake of the accident.

These are some of the more common types of accidents that trucks can be involved in:

• Jackknife accidents- These accidents happen when the truck’s trailer swings towards the cab, creating a 90-degree angle. Nearby cars can be swept up and dragged by the trailer. In some instances, the trailer blocks the entire roadway.
• Rollover accidents- Large trucks are prone to rolling over due to driver error and poor weather conditions. They are particularly dangerous to nearby cars that may be crushed under the truck or impacted by flying debris thrown from the trailer.
• No-zone accidents- A no-zone refers to the area of a truck where the driver is unable to see what’s near them by looking out their windows or using their mirrors. In other words, they’re blind spots. When a car drives in one of these blinds spots, especially for a prolonged length of time, an accident can occur when the truck driver changes lanes or make a turn.
• Tire blowouts- Large trucks carry heavy loads. These loads and the normal wear and tear of the road can put a strain on tires. A blowout occurs when a truck tire finally bursts. Losing a tire while traveling at speed can be extremely dangerous.
• Rear-end accidents- It takes a lot of time and power to slow down and stop a fast-moving, heavy vehicle. When a driver uses poor judgment, is distracted, speeds, or road conditions are poor, they might not be able to slow their vehicle in time to prevent a rear-end accident.
• Improperly loaded or improperly secured cargo- When cargo is not loaded or secured correctly, either inside a trailer or on top of a flatbed, it can create balance and maneuverability problems for the driver.