Commercial trucks are an essential part of the economy in the United States carrying goods from state to state all year long regardless of weather conditions. Semi-trucks are extremely difficult to operate and unfortunately often the drivers of other vehicles on the road do not realize the dangers that come with operating these trucks.
In California alone, there are 113 fatal truck accidents each year on average and nearly 3,000 truck accidents result in injuries. A collision with a semi-truck poses a serious life threat to the occupants of both, the truck and other vehicles therefore it is important to always maintain distance and drive carefully when passing them on the road.
While the fault of the accident may fall on either party, the damages that drivers and passengers of regular vehicles suffer may be far greater than the damages suffered by the truck drivers due to the difference in size and weight of the vehicles. If you have been involved in a truck accident, call our Santa Maria Truck Accident Lawyers. We will evaluate your case and fight on your behalf to help you recover the damages.