Bergen County Truck Accident Lawyers

Auto accidents involving commercial trucks are among the most devastating. If you’ve been involved in a truck accident caused by another party’s negligence, the skilled Glen Rock personal injury lawyers here at Feitlin, Youngman, Karas & Gerson, LLC stand ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact us for a free consultation today.

Truck Accident Lawyers Serving Northern New Jersey

Feitlin, Youngman, Karas & Gerson, LLC understands that after an accident, victims often feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. Fortunately, if you’re reading this, you’ve come to the right place. Our dedicated Bergen County personal injury lawyers are here to help you pick up the pieces.

Causes of Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can occur for a variety of reasons, but they are most often a result of negligence. Below are some of the most common causes of truck accidents.

Negligent Truck Drivers

Truck driver negligence is the number one cause of truck accidents. This is perhaps not a surprise to you, as commercial trucks are notoriously difficult to operate and require several months to years to effectively do so. Truck drivers often work many hours per day and often drive into late hours of the night, and as a result, they’re frequently fatigued, which is among the most common contributors to truck accidents. Some of the other most common ways in which truck drivers cause accidents are as follows:

• Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Driving while distracted, such as driving while looking at a GPS or talking on the phone
• Failing to hit the brakes on time
• Failing to account for large blind spots
• Speeding
• Making sharp turns too quickly
• Neglecting to yield

The Importance of Responsible Truck Maintenance & Loading

Truck company employees and those who do maintenance on commercial trucks also sometimes are to blame for truck accidents. For example, when a truck goes in to be serviced and the mechanic fails to notice certain defects or mechanical issues with a truck, the truck may then be unsafe to take out on the road. In other cases, truck company employees tasked with loading the truck may do so unevenly, causing the truck to become unbalanced. This is one of the most common causes of tip-over accidents.

Employers May Also Cause Truck Accidents

Though not the most common cause of these accidents, employers sometimes bear some responsibility when trucks crash. For example, if a truck company employer fails to hire licensed or adequately trained commercial drivers, it may increase the chances of an accident occurring. Truck accidents can also happen when truck company employers fail to have commercial trucks inspected regularly.

Recovering Compensation

If you’re injured in a truck accident due to another party’s negligence, you may qualify for compensation to help you deal with the following damages:

• Lost wages
• Medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Contact Our Glen Rock Truck Accident Lawyers

Don’t face a serious truck accident on your own–contact the knowledgeable and skilled Bergen County truck accident lawyers here at Feitlin, Youngman, Karas & Gerson, LLC for a free initial consultation today.