Recent Blog Posts in October 2009 |
| October 28, 2009 |
| Truck Accident Causes - Driver Fatigue |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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When a truck driver does not get enough rest or drives too many hours without rest, he or she puts other drivers on the road at great risk. A truck driver is already at a disadvantage when it comes to maneuverability. When you add in fatigue to the mix, the reuslts can be tragic.
A tired driver does not have the reaction time and necessary alertness to drive safely. When that fatigued driver is behind the wheel of a huge, 10,000+ pound semi/tractor trailer/18 wheeler, the danger is exponentially increased. A large truck impacting a smaller vehicle or vehicles can result in serious injuries, extensive property damage and even death.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a San Diego truck accident resulting from driver fatigue or another form of negligence, please contact the Zalkin Law Firm to discuss your legal options. |
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| October 27, 2009 |
| Common Truck Accident Causes - Rollover Accidents |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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Trucks are much higher and heavier than your average passenger vehicle. This great weight combined with the height of the trailer can cause maneuverability issues that result in dangerous tipping and even rollovers.
Many large trucks/semis/18 wheelers/tractor trailers weigh over 10,000 pounds and even upwards of 80,000 pounds, depending upon the vehicle and the load. If that large amount of vehicle gets out of control due to driver error or negligence, it can result in a devastating injury-causing accident.
Rollover accidents are usually caused when the truck driver loses control of his or her vehicle and the truck begins to slide to one side. Once the vehicle begins tipping to the side, it takes only a small additional effort to cause the rollover. For example, if a truck driver takes a corner too quickly, catching the curb can cause a rollover.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a rollover accident, please don't hesitate to contact a San Diego truck accident lawyer at the Zalkin Law Firm. An experienced attorney could be able to help you recover compensation for your injuries. |
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| October 21, 2009 |
| Truck Accidents Resulting in Serious or Catastrophic Injuries |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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Accidents involving large trucks (semis, 18 wheelers, tractor trailers) can be physically devastating. A large commercial vehicle weighing upwards of 80,000 pounds can destroy a smaller car or cars on impact. The driver and/or any passengers inside can also suffer very serious or even catastrophic injuries, requiring extensive medical treatment.
A catastrophic injury is generally defined as a type of injury from which the victim is not medically expected to fully recover. These types of injuries can include spinal cord injuries (paralysis), traumatic brain injury, severe burns, accidental amputation, internal organ injuries and more.
If you believe that your accident was the result of truck driver/trucking company negligence, it could benefit you to speak with a San Diego truck accident lawyer at the Zalkin Law Firm. These types of a serious injuries can require a lifetime of medical care. They can result in the victim losing his or her ability to work or to care for himself/herself.
You could be able to recover monetary compensation for any and all losses resulting from the accident, including non-financial losses such as loss of enjoyment of life and pain/suffering.
Don't hesitate to speak with a lawyer. You could be able to get the help that you need. |
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| October 20, 2009 |
| Traumatic Brain Injury |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can be very serious. It is a common injury resulting from car or truck crashes. If the victim of an accident is struck violently or receives some sudden or forceful impact to the head, it can cause brain tissue injury, bleeding, swelling and other injuries. TBI can require surgery to correct and can even result in death.
The more severe the head injury is, the more treatment and corrective surgeries can generally be expected. In some cases, surgeons will insert a device designed to take pressure off the brain. These surgeries can be extremely expensive and recuperating from TBI and TBI surgery can require that the victim stop working.
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury in a truck accident that you believe was caused by negligence, please don't hesitate to contact a San Diego truck accident attorney at the Zalkin Law Firm.
You could be legally entitled to receive monetary compensation in a settlement or verdict. Your health is very important and you deserve to receive the best possible treatment for your injury. Let the skilled and seasoned attorneys at the Zalkin Law Firm help you. |
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| October 14, 2009 |
| San Diego Truck Rollover Accidents |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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Large trucks carrying heavy loads are much more difficult to safely drive and manuever. If the truck driver is at all inattentive in driving his or her truck, it can result in devastating injuries and property damage to the vehicles sharing the road or highway. Rollover accidents are more common in large trucks due to their weight and higher center of gravity and other factors. Rollover accidents can result in multi-car pileups around, in and near the scene of the rollover.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck rollover accident that you believe was the result of negligence, please contact a San Diego truck accident lawyer at the Zalkin Law Firm. You could be able to recover comepensation for the following:
- Any and all medical bills
- Future medical bills
- Out-of-pocket costs
- Medical equipment
- Pain
- Suffering
- Lost wages
- Future lost wages
After you have been injured in an accident, let the legal team at the Zalkin Law Firm help you. Truck accident injuries can be devastating. The last thing you want to have to do is deal with an insurance company. We will work for you and help maximize your chances of receiving full compensation. |
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| October 13, 2009 |
| Truck Accident Passenger Survives Cliff Fall |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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SignOnSanDiego.com reporter Debbi Baker posted a story online today about a truck accident that occurred earlier this week. Both the passenger and driver were injured when the truck accidentally drove over the edge of a cliff at the Cabrillo National Monument.
According to reports, the driver accidentally hit the gas instead of the brake when pulling into a parking spot. This pushed the truck over the edge of the cliff, injuring both driver and passenger.
Though this injury truck crash was an accidental occurrence, truck accidents are often caused by negligent or even illegal behavior on the part of the truck driver. If you or a loved one has suffered any type serious injury as a result of a truck accident, please don't hesitate to contact a San Diego truck accident attorney at the Zalkin Law Firm.
The sooner you are able to speak with an experienced lawyer, the sooner you could be able to recover compensation for your injuries and/or property damage resulting from the illegal, dangerous, careless or otherwise negligent behavior of the truck driver or trucking company. It doesn't matter what type of truck was involved in the accident. You deserve justice and an experienced truck accident lawyer could be able to help you to obtain the compensation that you deserve.
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| October 07, 2009 |
| Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration was established within the United States Department of Transportation in January of 2000 to help ensure safety and prevent accidents, injuries and deaths caused by or involving commercial trucks.
According to the FMCSA, preliminary results for California's 2008 crash facts indicate that over 3,000 large trucks were involved in injury crashes. A collision between a large commercial truck and a smaller passenger vehicle can be devastating and can result in severe or catastrophic injury and even death.
The FMCSA has found that as of April 2009, almost every major trucking company in the United States was in violation of at least one of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Violations of this nature could be very dangerous and could even result in accidents and deaths.
If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a large truck, semi, 18 wheeler or tractor trailer, please contact a San Diego truck accident lawyer at the Zalkin Law Firm today to discuss your legal options. |
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| October 06, 2009 |
| Truck Accidents in San Diego |
| Posted By San Diego Truck Accident Attorney |
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If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, it is very important that you take the necessary steps to ensure that your legal rights are protected. With the help of an experienced and knowledgeable attorney, you could be able to recover compensation for your losses.
A San Diego Truck Accident Lawyer at the Zalkin Law Firm could be able to provide you with the legal advice and representation that you need. Dealing with insurance companies can be very difficult and frustrating, especially if you are already injured and trying to heal.
We will work with you and work toward your best interests. We understand that healing from a devastating injury is your main priority and we will do everything we can to assist you in your suit against the negligent party or entity. |
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