Truck Accidents
This country depends on large trucks to keep it running. Each and every day, hundreds of thousands of large trucks transport cargo loads, construction equipment, oil and hazardous chemicals throughout the country’s roads and highways. Unfortunately, commercial trucks pose a greater danger than other vehicles on the roadway due to their massive size, weight and momentum when moving. The sheer number of trucks on the roadway means an increase dangers to other motorists and passengers on the road.
Trucking Accident Attorney Brent Wieand
If you become the victim of a trucking accident, you need an experienced trial lawyer on your side. Attorney Brent Wieand is committed to representing people who have suffered serious injuries or lost a loved one as a result of a trucking accident. He will fight for your right to be compensated for the full extent of your injuries including damages including payment for:
- pain and suffering
- medical bills
- lost wages
- loss of earnings capacity
- loss of consortium.
The truck accident lawyer you hire can have a major impact on your case. Unlike many Delaware County law firms, attorney Wieand does not run a law factory. He is personally involved with every case, and treats each client like he/she is his only client. Brent’s dedication and commitment to his clients has not gone unnoticed. He has been selected as a Super Lawyer’s “Rising Star” for the years 2013, 2014 and 2015.
To speak with attorney Wieand about your Delaware County truck accident, call 1 (215) 666-7777. He offers a free legal consultation and represents clients on a contingency fee. This means you won’t owe any costs or attorney’s fees unless he recovers compensation for you.
Will you Handle my Delaware County Truck Accident Case?
Attorney Wieand is proud to serve residents of Delaware County including the areas of Ardmore, Boothwyn, Chester, Haverford, Malvern, Upper Darby, and Radnor, PA. He handles various types of collisions involving commercial trucks including:
- Semi-truck accidents, big rig accidents and tanker accidents
- Truck accidents involving pedestrians
- Truck accidents involving motorcycles and bicycle riders
- Multi vehicle accidents
- Small truck accidents
- Bus Accidents
For a free consultation regarding the specific circumstances of your collision call Brent at 1 (215) 666-7777.
In order to prevail in you personal injury case, you will need to prove that the other driver (or a third party such as PennDOT) was at fault or partially at fault for the accident. Some common reasons big rig accidents occur include:
Aggressive driving- Driving too fast for conditions
- Truck driver fatigue
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Mechanical errors
- Speeding
- Overloaded trucks, unsecured loads, load shifting and improperly loaded cargo
- Brake failure or tire failure
- Truck Driver Negligence
- Dangerous highways and roads
- Poor truck maintenance
- Trailer detachments
- Blind spot accidents
After a trucking accident, it is important that you do not to speak with insurance company claims adjusters or accident investigators before consulting with legal counsel. Any statements you give may be documented and used against you at a later time. Call a Delaware County personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after a collision.
The trucking company and/or their insurance company will begin conducting an investigation immediately after the accident to mount a defense to your claim. You need a lawyer that will fight just as hard for you. Attorney Wieand is available for consultation 24 hours a day and will start working on your case immediately upon retention as counsel.
*This website does not offer legal advice and should not be used as legal advice. Attorney Wieand’s office is located in Philadelphia, PA. He is licensed to practice and proud to represent clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
