More than 400,000 incidents take place each and every year wherein a commercial motor vehicle, like a semi, box truck or van, or commercial bus has been involved with a far lighter personal car or truck. A packed semi can easily weigh more than 60 tons. It may demand more than 400 feet of stopping distance if it is traveling at a speed of 65 MPH, in comparison with approximately 160 feet for a car or non-commercial …show more content…
This is one of the reasons an accident victim should contact a trucking accident attorney as soon as possible. To find this type of legal representation, look for a personal injury attorney that has experience handling trucking accidents, who is a seasoned trial attorney, and is willing to prepare and take the case to court rather than quickly negotiating a settlement.
Once an attorney is involved, the insurance reps will be required to talk to him instead the victim, who does not need that kind of stress added to all the emotional trauma, personal injuries and property damage the collision has caused.
If you have been involved in an accident with a semi truck in Arizona, it is essential that you contact a Phoenix trucking attorney to protect you. Matt Millea has a broad range of trial experience in both personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. He prepares all his court cases personally, will guide you through the process, and will help you every step of the way. This article is not meant to provide legal advice - call the Millea Law Firm at 602-248-9107 for a free consultation if you have suffered a serious