Decatur, IL Truck Accident Attorneys

A collision with a tractor-trailer can total your car. Even worse, it can leave you with severe, possibly life-threatening injuries. Without strong legal representation at your side, making a full recovery from the crash may be incredibly difficult. A Decatur, Illinois truck accident lawyer can stand up for your rights and fight for an appropriate remedy on your behalf.

At Kanoski Bresney, we have recovered half a billion dollars in compensation for clients across Central Illinois in successful personal injury claims. You can rely on our firm to provide you with aggressive advocacy as we investigate the crash, working toward the best possible result.

Types of Truck Accidents

Every truck accident is unique, and some accidents may be more dangerous than others. Our firm can investigate a variety of different collisions, including:

• Jackknife accidents: These accidents occur when a trucker loses control of their vehicle, causing the cab and the trailer to move in different directions.
• Dropped cargo accidents: These accidents occur when unsecured cargo spills onto the roadway, creating an immediate hazard for other drivers.
• Blind spot accidents: These accidents occur when a truck driver fails to check their blind spot before merging, side-swiping or otherwise colliding with another vehicle.

In any case, you should make sure to get your injuries treated after an accident. Not all damage may be immediately apparent, such as internal injuries or traumatic brain injuries, so getting a medical examination should be your top priority. Our attorneys will work to establish a clear link between your injuries and the truck accident.

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Identifying the Cause of a Truck Accident

As part of your injury claim, you will have to prove that another party was negligent and therefore responsible for your injuries. For this reason, it is especially important to establish the exact cause of an accident in your personal injury claim. Common causes of truck accidents may include:

• Speeding: Truck drivers may drive in excess of the speed limit on their routes, which can affect their ability to react in time to sudden obstacles.
• Drunk driving: A truck driver who is under the influence of alcohol may not be able to operate their vehicle safely due to their impaired coordination and dulled senses.
• Distracted driving: A cell phone or another device in the vehicle can divert a truck driver's attention from the highway, putting other motorists at risk.
• Overloaded cargo: If a truck's trailer exceeds the safe weight limit, the truck driver could lose control of the vehicle.
• Mechanical failure: If the truck experiences a critical malfunction, like faulty brakes or steering, it could result in a disastrous collision.

Our truck accident lawyers can cite witness statements, police reports, maintenance records, and more to identify the cause of an accident.