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We Represent People Injured in Trucking accidents throughout Oregon
A truck accident can be traumatizing and life-changing. Cases involving truck accident injuries are often complex, involving multiple parties, overlapping state and federal regulations, and requiring extensive investigation. You don’t have to face these obstacles alone—and you should never settle for less than you deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a logging truck, semi-truck, tractor-trailer, 18-wheeler, garbage truck, tow truck, 15-passenger van, delivery truck, flatbed hauler, or construction vehicle like a dump truck, you need an experienced and knowledgeable trucking accident lawyer who will fight for your rights. Let us handle the insurance companies and legal complexities so you can prioritize your recovery and your well-being. Call us to learn how we can help you pursue the compensation and justice you deserve.
5-STAR TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYER SERVING PORTLAND AND BEAVERTON
For over two decades, the Law Office of Benjamin B. Grandy has represented people in personal injury and wrongful death cases against major corporations, hospitals, motor vehicle carriers, and insurance companies. Our Portland and Beaverton Truck Accident Lawyer has recovered millions for our clients by building strong cases and not backing down. We aren’t intimidated by going to court. The Law Office of Benjamin B. Grandy has the experience, resources, and grit to fight for the compensation you deserve. Instead of trying to handle a complicated injury case alone, let our office guide you through it and protect your rights. Don’t settle for less than you deserve. Contact us to learn how we can help.
The Dangers of Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks, such as semi-trucks and tractor-trailers, pose a unique threat to motorists due to their size and weight. These vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds—nearly 20 times the weight of an average passenger car. This dramatic weight disparity, combined with the challenges of operating such large vehicles, can lead to catastrophic crashes. According to recent statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), thousands of people are killed and many more injured in large truck accidents each year.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Truck accidents often result from a combination of factors, including:
Driver Fatigue: Long hours on the road can impair judgment and reaction times.
Distracted Driving: Texting, eating, or using electronic devices while driving.
Improper Maintenance: Faulty brakes, worn tires, or other mechanical issues.
Inadequate Training: Drivers who lack proper training may struggle to handle large trucks safely, increasing the risk of accidents.
Aggressive Driving: Impatient truck drivers may engage in unsafe behaviors, such as weaving through traffic or road rage.
Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII, DUI or DWI): Operating a truck while impaired by alcohol or drugs significantly increases the risk of catastrophic accidents. For more information on drunk driving, visit our Drunk Driving Accident practice page.
Overloaded Cargo: Exceeding weight limits can make trucks harder to control and stop.
Negligence or Reckless Driving: Speeding and tailgating increase the chances of a crash. For more information on crimes like reckless driving, visit our Crime Victims practice page.
Around the Portland area, the types of commercial trucks often involved in truck accidents include logging trucks, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, garbage trucks, tow trucks, 15-passenger vans, delivery trucks, flatbed haulers, and construction vehicles like dump trucks. For more information on 15-passenger vans, visit our blog post on The Deadly Dangers of 15-Passenger Vans. Regardless of the type of truck involved, our office has the knowledge and resources to investigate the causes of your accident and identify all responsible parties.
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The Complexity of Truck Accident Cases
Truck accident cases are generally much more complex than a typical auto accident claim. Truck accident claims often involve:
Federal and State Regulations: Trucking companies and drivers must comply with laws and regulations mandating hours-of-service rules, maintenance standards, cargo securement requirements, and complex licensing and insurance requirements.
Multiple Liable Parties: Liability can extend beyond the truck driver to include parties such as trucking companies, manufacturers, maintenance providers, or cargo loaders.
Preservation of Evidence: Critical evidence, such as electronic logging device (ELD) data, Electronic Control Module (ECM) data, Assisted Breaking System (ABS) data, maintenance records, and witness statements, must be collected and preserved promptly.
Our office is experienced in navigating these complexities. We will act quickly to preserve evidence, contact witnesses, and consult with appropriate experts and accident reconstructionists to prepare your case properly.
Types of Damages Available in Truck Accidents
Victims of truck accidents may be eligible for various forms of compensation, including:
Medical Expenses: Current and future treatment, rehabilitation, and medication costs.
Lost Wages and Earning Capacity: Compensation for time missed from work and reduced earning potential in the future.
Pain and Suffering: Non-economic damages for physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of normal activities.
Punitive Damages: Available in cases where someone has acted with malice or has shown a reckless and outrageous indifference to a highly unreasonable risk of harm and has acted with a conscious indifference to the health, safety, and welfare of others.
Why Choose Our Portland Personal Injury Law Office?
When you choose the Law Office of Benjamin B. Grandy, you're choosing an office committed to you and your case. Here's what sets us apart:
Proven Track Record: Our law office has successfully handled complex personal injury cases, including those involving large truck crashes in Portland, Beaverton, and across Oregon.
Thorough Investigations: Our office will work tirelessly to gather evidence, analyze crash details, and thoroughly prepare your case.
Personalized Attention: We understand that every client's situation is unique and provide tailored legal strategies to meet your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a truck accident?
Seek medical attention immediately. Contact police: depending on the circumstances, an officer may not come to the scene. Exchange information with the other driver. Document the scene and vehicle damage with photos and gather contact information from witnesses. Take pictures of any injuries you have suffered. Contact an experienced truck accident lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights.
How long do I have to file a truck accident claim?
In Oregon, the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit against the at-fault party for personal injuries is generally two years from the date of the accident. The statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is generally three years from the date of death. In Oregon, if the statute of limitations expires in your personal injury or wrongful death case, you lose the right to pursue a legal claim against the party who caused your injury. However, there are many exceptions to these general rules, so it's critical to consult an attorney promptly.
Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault?
Yes. Oregon follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means you can recover damages as long as you are not more than 50% at fault. However, your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault. ORS 31.600.
Contact a Truck Injury Lawyer Serving Portland & Beaverton Today
Truck accidents can leave victims facing overwhelming physical, emotional, and financial challenges. You don't have to face this alone. Contact our office today for a free consultation. We proudly serve Portland, Beaverton, and surrounding communities. Let us take the burden off your shoulders and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Last Updated: 11-26-2024
Written by: Benjamin B. Grandy
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THE LAW OFFICE OF BENJAMIN B. GRANDY, PC, REPRESENTS PEOPLE WHO HAVE SUFFERED PERSONAL INJURY OR WRONGFUL DEATH THROUGHOUT OREGON INCLUDING IN
Portland, Eugene, Salem, Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Cornelius, Forest Grove, McMinnville, Woodburn, Canby, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Corbett, Wood Village, Hood River, Gladstone, Tigard, King City, Newberg, Dundee, Molalla, Kaiser, Silverton, Estacada, Astoria, Cannon Beach, Seaside, St. Helens, Scappoose, Damascus, Tillamook, and Oregon City, and in the counties of Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, Clatsop, Columbia, Marion, Tillamook, Yamhill, Hood River and Lane.