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Were you in a truck accident? You could be eligible for a substantial financial
damages award. DLG's expert lawyers are here to help.
From big rig accidents to 18 wheeler wrecks, truck accident claims in California need to be handled by an experienced and proven law firm that knows how to win for injured clients. Dordulian Law Group (DLG) is that firm. We’re standing by to be your trusted ally, advocate, and aggressive legal representative. If you’ve been injured in a wreck involving a truck – whether you were the driver or another party – our skilled attorneys can help settle liability disputes and resolve your truck accident claim in your favor.
Being struck by a semi truck can be one of the most traumatic experiences anyone can endure on the road. And for those who do indeed live through such a nightmare, things often seem to only get more complicated as medical costs mount, insurance companies try to stonewall you, or disputes over liability arise.
If you don’t handle the initial stages of your post-accident claim properly, you could be reeling from the financial consequences for the remainder of your life. But after experiencing such trauma, who could blame you for wanting to just make the insurance companies go away? After all, our firm sees truck accidents every day – some causing the most devastating injuries and physical disabilities possible. But after such a traumatic experience occurs, you don’t have to fight for the financial compensation you deserve alone.
With DLG, you have an experienced, aggressive truck accident attorney in your corner. Dordulian Law will remove all the burdens of communicating with insurance companies or trying to handle the accident aftermath on your own. We’ll help you get the best medical care, take over negotiations with the at-fault party on your behalf, and ensure that your best interests are assertively advocated for. Let the very best lawyers in Glendale and the California-area fight for your rights after an unfortunate truck accident.
Just because someone drives a truck professionally doesn’t mean that they can’t make serious, life-altering mistakes. In fact, truck accidents occur routinely all over the country, and for a wide variety of reasons.
Truck drivers are susceptible to:
Unfortunately, any one of these factors (or several of them combined) can lead to a traumatic truck accident that leaves drivers and passengers sharing the roads seriously injured.
Schedule an appointment online for a free consultation today, or call us directly to speak to our top-rated, expert truck accident attorneys.
Injuries from truck accidents can have lifelong effects, such as considerable medical bills, reduced earning potential, chronic pain, mental trauma and anguish, or permanent disability.
Common compensable truck accident injuries include:
If you were the unfortunate victim of a truck accident, it’s critical that you speak with one of our dedicated and experienced attorneys as soon as possible. We have successfully litigated all types of truck accident cases for years, and are intimately familiar with how this area of the law is interpreted in California.
If you’ve been injured in a California truck accident, we’ll fight to recover the maximum financial damages award you deserve.
The above statistics highlight the impact of truck accidents on California drivers. These truck accident figures also underline the importance of injured victims taking preventive measures like undergoing a full medical exam after an accident. Injured truck accident victims and their families may wish to pursue qualified legal representation to recover much-needed financial compensation.
In legal terminology, damages can include expenses like medical bills for treatment, ongoing care after the truck collision, lost wages or earning capacity, reduced quality of life, emotional or psychological trauma, pain and suffering, and more.
When pursuing truck accident personal injury claims, damages are typically divided into one of four categories:
Injured truck accident victims can recover what’s known as ‘special compensatory damages’ for any economic hardships resulting from the accident. Special damages can go towards medical bills for immediate care after a truck accident, as well as the costs of any medical services or rehabilitation you may require in the future. Special damages are meant to cover any costs that accumulate when you are too injured to work (or any additional costs that negatively impact your economic well-being).
Examples of such costs can include rent, mortgage payments, and even costs associated with physical relocation arrangements if they happen to be required because of a truck accident injury.
Contact our top-rated team of expert truck accident attorneys online or by phone today to pursue justice and secure a financial award for damages.
‘General compensatory damages‘ can also be included in a truck accident personal injury claim. These damages may be collected for non-economic hardships, such as pain and suffering, psychological trauma, and mental anguish. Compensatory damages are intended to compensate truck accident victims for broad terms that describe abstract misfortunes, like diminished quality of life or loss of enjoyment in former activities (which the injured victim is no longer able to participate in).
These types of less tangible (but no less serious) damages can be difficult to litigate and ultimately prove. But by having a highly qualified Dordulian Law Group truck accident attorney in your corner, you can have peace of mind knowing that you have secured the advantage you need to recover the maximum allowable compensation.
In the event of a truck accident fatality, ‘wrongful death damages‘ may be applied to cover various types of losses. These damages can cover costs ranging from funeral and burial expenses to medical expenses incurred before a loved one’s death. Wrongful death damages may be sought by eligible dependents, such as a spouse, child, close family member, or partner (among others).
The fourth class of truck accident claim damages – known as punitive damages – are in a rare and unique class. A California court may find that a truck accident victim is owed punitive damages in cases where a defendant’s behavior is overtly reckless, or the person engaged in wanton disregard for human life. Punitive damages are not capped in the state of California, and although they are rare, DLG pursues such damages in all eligible truck accident cases.
One recent high-profile truck accident settlement involved comedian Tracy Morgan against Wal-Mart Stores Inc. In 2014, Morgan suffered catastrophic and life-threatening injuries when a Wal-Mart truck crashed into his limousine van while traveling along the New Jersey Turnpike at excessive speed.
The truck driver was reportedly sleep-deprived – having been awake for more than 24 hours – when the severe collision occurred. Morgan suffered a broken leg and ribs, as well as a traumatic brain injury (TBI). A confidential settlement estimated to be valued at $90 million was eventually reached, but it took Morgan several months of rehabilitation and medical care before he was even able to walk.
Dordulian Law Group’s truck accident lawyers have the experience and know-how to recover the maximum damages you deserve after enduring an accident. Our attorneys are experts in the complexities of California personal injury and truck accident law. We maintain an unwavering commitment to the continued well-being of our clients – physically, emotionally, and financially.
Learn more about our Truck Accident Division and unique advantages by scheduling a free consultation today. Call us at 818-322-4056
Yes, in California there are specific laws that apply to truck accidents due to the size and weight of the vehicles and the potentially serious consequences of accidents involving trucks. Some of the specific laws in California that apply to truck accidents include:
In addition, in California, truck accidents can be more complex than regular vehicle accidents due to the potentially more serious damages and personal injuries associated with truck accidents. If you have been involved in a truck accident in California, it is important to seek the help of an experienced truck accident lawyer to ensure your rights are protected and to obtain fair compensation for any damage or injury you may have suffered.
The answer to this question depends on several factors, including who caused the accident and the circumstances of the accident. In general, if you have been involved in a truck accident in which the truck driver is at fault for the accident, the driver’s insurance company is likely responsible for paying for the damages and injuries you have suffered. The driver’s insurance company may pay for the costs of repairing your vehicle, medical expenses, and lost wages, among other expenses.
If you are the driver of the truck and the accident was caused by another driver, it is possible that the other driver’s insurance company is responsible for paying for your damages and injuries. In this case, you should file an insurance claim with the other driver’s insurance company.
If the accident was caused by a mechanical failure of the truck, liability may fall on the manufacturer of the truck or the truck maintenance company.
In any case, it is important to seek the help of an experienced truck accident lawyer to ensure your rights are protected and to obtain fair compensation for any damage or injury you may have suffered. A lawyer can help you navigate the claims filing process and work with the insurance company to ensure you receive the appropriate compensation.
Whether or not you should file a truck accident lawsuit depends on several factors, including the severity of your injuries, the extent of your damages, and the circumstances of the accident. If you have suffered significant injuries or damages as a result of the accident, and if the truck driver or trucking company is at fault for the accident, you may be able to recover compensation by filing a lawsuit.
Some of the reasons why you may want to consider filing a truck accident lawsuit include:
It is important to speak with an experienced truck accident lawyer to discuss your legal options and determine whether filing a lawsuit is the best course of action for your particular situation. An attorney can help you assess the strength of your case, negotiate with the insurance company, and represent you in court if necessary.
An experienced truck accident lawyer can provide several services to help you after your truck accident, including:
Overall, a truck accident lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and ensure that your rights are protected, so that you can focus on your recovery and getting back to your normal life.
In most truck accident cases, injured California victims have two years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury civil claim in pursuit of a financial damages award. Two years is the standard statute of limitations within personal injury law. However, some exceptions to this rule may apply depending on specific circumstances.
For example, if the age of the truck accident victim is under 18, the statute of limitations may be extended until the injured victim’s 18th birthday. Additionally, if the at-fault truck driver happened to be affiliated with a government agency, the statute of limitations may actually be reduced to only six months.
Accordingly, as each truck accident case is unique, we recommend that injured victims contact a competent and qualified attorney in DLG’s Truck Accident Division to ensure your chance at justice is not missed as a result of an expired statute of limitations. An experienced and proven DLG attorney will ensure your claim is filed timely and in accordance with all state rules and regulations.
California holds the dubious honor of annually recording the second-highest number of truck accident fatalities. Almost 113 truck accident deaths occur on average in the state of California every year. Only Texas exceeds California in the number of annual fatal truck accidents.
Throughout the U.S., nearly 3,000 truck accidents occur every year. As a result, between 200 and 300 truck driver fatalities occur annually across the nation. Given the large number of truck accidents that happen here in Southern California – with countless incidents occurring on our congested and often dangerous roads and highways – the likelihood of experiencing such an accident is unfortunately quite high for local residents.
If you are injured in a truck accident, contacting a skilled, proven, and top-rated truck accident lawyer from DLG can be the best decision you ever make. Your truck accident may entitle you to significant compensation for the various damages outlined above.
When a truck accident happens due to another’s negligence or harm – and either an injury or fatality occurs – a personal injury civil lawsuit can be the best means of recovering the financial compensation you need to move forward with life.
Injured truck accident victims throughout California choose DLG for the many advantages we offer:
By choosing DLG, you can be confident that your case will reach a successful conclusion via a maximum financial damages award. We’ll fight to recover every penny of financial compensation available to you after an untimely truck accident. And we’re available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have.
Don’t settle for just any law firm to handle the critically important responsibility of your truck accident injury case. Choose the DLG Truck Accident Division team that will guide you through the legal process from start to finish, providing the expert legal representation and personal support you need from day one.
Our experienced attorneys can help you pursue a financial award for your personal injury case. Contact us online or by phone for a free consultation today.
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With the stress of a truck accident, combined with any medical costs or lost wages you may be facing, it’s natural to be worried about the potential cost of hiring a proven big rig, tractor-trailer, or 18 wheeler truck accident lawyer to represent you. Good news: our Glendale truck accident attorneys will not charge you a penny until we recover maximum financial compensation for your injuries.
Dordulian Law Group wants you to focus on your recovery, and trust that our team is always working to protect you and your family. That’s why we offer every client our No Win/No Fee Guarantee. If we don’t recover maximum compensation for your truck accident injury, you pay nothing. Given our experience and proven results, we’re confident that when you bring your truck accident claim to DLG, we’ll use our skills to do what we do best – win.
Contact us today for a free legal consultation: we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week online or by phone at 818-322-4056.
