Get the facts about the latest statistics outlining just how common and serious truck accidents are in California. If you suffer an injury in a truck accident, or lose a loved one in this type of accident, contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation.
California Has More Fatal Truck Accidents Than Just about Any State
Compared to nearly every other state in California, there are more fatal truck accidents in California with a total of an average of 113 per year. The only state that has more fatal truck accidents in Texas. Every year, there are about 3,000 truck accidents in California and most of them occur on highways. Within the state, there are more accidents within Los Angeles County than in other counties.
The Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents
The larger the truck is, the more distance it needs to stop and the more likely it is to have blind sports. These are two of the reasons and cause of truck accidents. Other common causes include driver fatigue, negligence by a passenger vehicle, reckless driving, improper lane switching, not having enough time to stop or turn, driving while drunk or otherwise intoxicated, and not following other motor vehicle laws.
Know What to Do if You Are in a Truck Accident
In the event you are involved in a truck accident in California, we recommend you get medical attention as soon as possible. You should collect as much evidence as you can, such as pictures, videos, and anything else that might be relevant. Exchange insurance info and contact info with all involved parties and get a statement from any witnesses.
You should contact your insur5ance company to let them know what happened but just give them the facts. Do not make an official statement or let them record anything until you have counsel with an attorney. Even if you know you are not at fault and believe there is plenty of evidence to show that, you could accidentally contradict yourself, which can be used against you.
If you have been injured, make sure that you follow through on all medical advice and make it to every medical appointment. If you do not do so, then the other party can claim that you did not suffer a serious injury.
Get a Free Legal Consultation Today
Today is the day to contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 if you have been injured in a truck accident or if you have lost a loved one. We are here to provide a free legal consultation so that you can learn more about your legal options. If we take your case, you will not owe us until we win it for you. If we do not win or settle your case, then you do not owe us anything. Call now and let us get started right away.
