Truck / Big Rig Accidents
Truck Accidents and Serious Injuries
San Francisco Personal Injury Attorneys of The Cartwright Law Firm
Severe injuries often result from truck accidents. Head trauma and spinal cord damage are common injuries when trucks, carrying heavy loads, collide with other cars. The Cartwright Law Firm, located in San Francisco, California represents accident victims injured or killed in wrecks caused by truck driver negligence. Given the trauma associated with truck accidents, our primary role as your personal injury attorney is to ensure all legal issues are taken care of so you can focus on the healing process. Taking swift action, we conduct our own investigation, consulting with accident reconstructionists, interviewing eyewitnesses, and obtaining company records. Collecting evidence and facts, our truck accident lawyers are prepared with the truth whether we go to trial or enter into negotiations for a settlement.
With over 23 years of litigation experience and tens of millions of dollars recovered for our clients, the personal injury lawyers of The Cartwright Law Firm know how to win cases. Contact our office today and schedule a free consultation. Representing clients in Sacramento, San Jose, Oakland, Fremont, and Alameda, we're happy to drive and meet with you if you are unable to travel.
Uncovering the Facts - The Truck Driving Industry
Because the trucking industry is regulated by state and federal law, companies and their drivers are obligated to adhere to certain protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of others. That's why handling personal injury cases involving trucks accidents demands knowledge of the trucking industry. At The Cartwright Law Firm, we gather evidence on a number of different fronts, including the following:
- The use of different kinds of accident reconstruction experts
- Consult company records pertaining to driver's drug test results
- Access on-board computer of the truck to determine speed, braking, steering
- Review driver's log book to see if sleep deprivation or overtime was a factor
- Verify if reflector and lighting on truck were in accord with legal requirements
- Review of truck maintenance record to determine mechanical failure was a factor
Expertise and Experience
The Cartwright Law Firm has been a part of San Francisco for over 50 years. In that time, we've helped countless people and families achieve justice by demanding and winning trial verdicts that help people put the pieces of their lives back together. Put our experience and knowledge to work for you - contact a San Francisco trucking accident lawyer at The Cartwright Law Firm today. Whether you live in Marin County, Sacramento, Fremont, or San Jose, we'll help you recover financially and demand justice.
