The most common types of truck accidents include rollovers, head-on collisions, rear-end collisions, underride accidents, t-bone accidents, jackknife crashes, wide turn accidents, and sideswipe wrecks.
No matter what type of 18-wheeler crash you’ve been involved in, a Milwaukee truck accident lawyer can help you get the compensation you deserve for your life-changing injuries.
Don’t let the trucking company’s insurance carrier bully you into accepting a small settlement. Schedule a free consultation today.
The Most Common Truck Accident Types
If you were injured in a truck crash that wasn’t your fault, a Milwaukee personal injury lawyer may be able to get you money for medical bills, lost wages, and more.
Let’s look at some of the most common types of truck accidents and how they happen.
Truck Rollovers
With their extremely high center of gravity, trucks are more prone to rollover accidents than just about any other type of vehicle.
When a semi-truck rolls over, other vehicles can get smashed underneath, and the occupants can suffer catastrophic injuries.
Head-On Collisions
When a truck driver swerves into oncoming traffic due to negligence, bad weather conditions, or driving under the influence, they can cause head-on collisions.
Unfortunately, the occupants of the smaller vehicle in a head–on collision tend to suffer worse injuries than the truck driver, and some people lose their lives.
If you lost your loved one in a head-on collision with a truck, contact an experienced truck accident attorney from Gruber Law Offices for a free consultation.
Rear-End Collisions
A truck driver who follows other vehicles too closely or gets distracted by something can crash into the back of another vehicle, often resulting in devastating injuries for the passengers of the smaller vehicle.
Underride Accidents
When smaller vehicles rear-end trucks, they tend to become stuck underneath.
These underride accidents often result in fatalities and may cause chain–reaction crashes, where the force of the wreck slams the semi-truck into one or more additional vehicles.
T-Bone Accidents
Usually occurring in intersections, t-bone accidents happen when the front of an 18–wheeler slams into the side of another vehicle.
Typically, the passenger or driver on the side of the vehicle struck by the truck suffers worse injuries and may lose their life.
Jackknife Accidents
Solid-bodied vehicles have an easier time recovering after fishtailing than tractor-trailers, which have a joint between the truck cab and the trailer.
When a truck driver loses control of the trailer, it can swing toward the cab, causing the vehicle to “fold” like a jackknife.
With a truck out of control like that, numerous vehicles can get struck or even caught in the “fold.”
Wide Turn Accidents
Truck drivers should handle tight right turns by driving into the farthest lane before maneuvering into the nearest available right lane.
Poorly trained truck drivers may instead veer their vehicles to the left before attempting to make the turn, which can cause accidents by hitting unwary drivers in the lane next to the truck.
Sideswipe Accidents
With their large blind spots, inattentive semi–truck drivers can easily sideswipe other vehicles, potentially slamming them into other traffic or off of the road.
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How a Milwaukee Truck Accident Attorney Can Help
If you were hurt in any type of truck accident, make “One Call…That’s All!” to the experienced attorneys at Gruber Law Offices. Headquartered in Milwaukee but serving communities throughout the state of Wisconsin, our team of over 130 legal professionals are ready to assist you with your construction truck accident claim.
We’ll help you get the compensation you deserve by:
- Determining who’s liable for the crash and holding them responsible
- Collecting and protecting evidence before it can be manipulated or deleted
- Negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf
- Taking your case to trial, if necessary
How Much does a Truck Accident Lawyer in Milwaukee Cost?
The compassionate attorneys at Gruber Law Offices don’t want to add to your financial stress during this difficult time when you’re likely already struggling with lost income and unexpected medical bills, so we work on contingency fees.
Rather than charging you anything upfront for our services, we receive a percentage of the money we win for you.
There’s never a fee until we win your case. Schedule a free, no–obligation consultation today to find out how much your case may be worth.
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Schedule a Free Consultation With a Milwaukee Truck Accident Lawyer
Regardless of what type of truck accident you were in, if you didn’t cause it, the experienced Milwaukee truck accident lawyers at Gruber Law Offices can help you get the compensation you deserve for your catastrophic injuries.
There’s never a fee until we win, so don’t let a worry about the cost hold you back. Schedule a free, no-risk consultation today to discuss your case.
We’ve been helping people in Milwaukee and all around Wisconsin get the money they need after a life-changing accident since 1984. Don’t take on the insurance company alone. Contact us now.
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