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Santa Ana Commercial Truck Accident Lawyers

Are You in Need of a Commercial Truck Accident Attorney in Santa Ana?

If you've been hurt in an accident by a commercial truck driver, you don't need us to tell you just how devastating and upsetting that can be. Drivers who operate large vehicles for work are sometimes vulnerable to fatigue if they work long hours—not to mention the pressure they may face from their bosses about how quickly to drive. But this type of work can and always should be done safely; basically, there is no excuse for negligent driving.

If you were injured in a commercial truck accident, your best course of action may be to sign on with an experienced Santa Ana commercial truck accident attorney from HN Injury Lawyers.

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Why Choose Us Over Other Santa Ana Commercial Truck Accident Lawyers?

At HN Injury Lawyers, our attorneys treat all of our clients with care. We take pride in our honesty, patience, transparency, and the attention that we give to all clients, no matter the size of their case.

We believe that the best way to help someone through California's complicated legal system starts with understanding the story behind the person. And with more than 50 years of combined legal experience doing that, lead attorneys Edward W. Hess, Jr., and Phillip B. Nghiem can help.

HN Injury Lawyers: Truck Accident Law Firm

  • Our attorneys have over 50 years of combined legal experience.
  • Our attorneys have won over $100 million for our clients.
  • Edward W. Hess, Jr., has served as a former insurance and corporate defense litigator.
  • Phillip B. Nghiem has been included as a lawyer in Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a truck accident, call (657) 333-5726 to discuss your truck injury claim for free.

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Do You Have a Commercial Truck Accident Case?

The key to a successful commercial truck injury lawsuit involves being able to prove a few things. For example, it must be shown that the victim of the accident was owed a duty of care. In a commercial truck accident, it is often as simple as arguing that a truck driver and the trucking company that the driver represents have a responsibility to be careful and avoid hurting others on the road. That's the easy part.

Once a duty of care has been established, we need to be able to prove that there was negligence, either of the driver, the trucking company, or both. Negligence can take many forms, such as speeding, improper braking, or fatigued driving on behalf of the truck operator. For the trucking company, negligence could look like a failure to safely maintain trucks or encouraging drivers to drive quickly or dangerously.

When negligence has been established, it needs to be shown that the negligence caused the accident and that the accident caused damages to the victim. If the truck that caused the accident had poorly maintained brakes, for example, and the accident happened because the truck was out of control and unable to stop while headed downhill, that is a clear link between the faulty brakes and the crash.

Damages to the victim are as simple as injuries and all of the troubles that result from those injuries. However, this is an overly simple explanation of the legal process. The best way to know for sure if you have a legitimate injury claim is to reach out to a knowledgeable attorney.

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Types of Injuries From Truck Crashes

Many injuries can occur from a truck accident. Incidents involving large vehicles, such as an 18-wheeler accident, are more likely to cause severe injuries. When you've been injured, it's important to seek all of the medical attention and rehabilitation you need and listen to your doctor's recommendations. Truck accident injuries include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries: Damage to the brain that affects physical and cognitive functions, often requiring extensive rehabilitation.
  • Severe burns: Deep skin damage caused by heat, chemicals, or electricity, leading to long recovery periods and potential scarring.
  • Spinal cord injuries and back injuries: Damage to the spinal cord or vertebrae, possibly resulting in loss of sensation or movement.
  • Nerve damage and paralysis: Impairment of nerves that can cause partial or total loss of muscle control and sensation.
  • Broken bones: Fractures that range in severity, impacting mobility and requiring various healing times.
  • Internal injuries: Damage to internal organs, which may necessitate surgery and have serious implications if not treated promptly.
  • Soft tissue injuries: Injuries to muscles, ligaments, or tendons, often causing pain, swelling, and limited motion.
  • Whiplash: Neck injury resulting from sudden movement, causing pain and stiffness in the neck and shoulders.
  • Crush injuries: Serious compression of body parts, potentially leading to extensive tissue damage and requiring complex treatment.
  • Amputation: Surgical removal of a limb or extremity, which can significantly impact daily life and require prosthetics for mobility.

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How Can Our Santa Ana Commercial Truck Accident Attorneys Help?

When you're involved in a truck accident, things can get overwhelming fast. Here's how we, as injury attorneys, can lend a helping hand. First, we explain and guide you through the legal process. Next, we help gather important evidence. Proving your case means collecting key information like police reports, medical records, and witness statements. We also look at things like the truck's maintenance records to see if they played a part in the accident.

We negotiate for you, handling any communications with insurance companies to make sure you get the compensation you deserve. And, of course, we go to court if negotiations don't lead to a fair offer. Our goal is to make the legal journey as smooth as possible so you can focus on healing and moving forward. We'll act as your trusted advisors and supportive guides during this challenging time.

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What Damages Can You Get for a Commercial Truck Accident Claim in Santa Ana?

After a successful truck injury lawsuit, the victim can receive compensation for a few different types of damages.

  • Economic: These are money-related costs you can count and measure.
  • Medical bills: These are the costs of going to the hospital, getting treatments, and receiving the medical care you need after the accident.
  • Medical devices: This covers the cost of things like wheelchairs or prosthetics that you might need to use.
  • Lost wages: This is when you can't work because of your injuries and miss out on earning money.
  • Reduced earning potential: Sometimes, an injury means you can't earn as much money as you could before.
  • Home alterations: These are changes you need to make to your home so you can live more comfortably if you're hurt, such as wheelchair ramps or special beds.
  • Long-term care: This is money for the ongoing help and treatments you need over time.
  • Non-economic: These are things that affect you in non-economic ways.
  • Pain and suffering: This means getting money for the hurt and stress you feel because of the accident.
  • Reduced quality of life: This is about how accidents make it hard to enjoy life or do things like you used to.
  • Wrongful death: If someone passes away due to the truck accident, the loved ones of the victim may be able to receive compensation for the above damages as well as things like funeral and burial costs, loss of companionship, and more.

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Proving Negligence in a Santa Ana Truck Accident

If we want to show that the truck driver owed the injured party a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused damages to the victim as a result, we need evidence. You should take photos of the scene and of the vehicles, speak to witnesses, and get medical attention. But don't worry; your Santa Ana commercial truck accident attorney should be able to do most of the evidence collecting.

This can include police reports, witness statements or testimonies, testimonies from accident scene reconstruction professionals, truck maintenance records, driver log books, dashcam footage, security videos, Black Box data, and more. The more evidence that we're able to find, the stronger your truck injury claim.

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Don't Wait: The Statute of Limitations for Commercial Truck Accidents in California

California has a statute of limitations that sets a deadline for filing a lawsuit after a truck accident. Normally, the victim will have just two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. If you miss that deadline, it could mean that you lose your right to seek compensation for your injuries.

Since there are exceptions that could alter that time frame, it's important to reach out to a Santa Ana commercial truck accident law firm quickly. Even if you think you have missed the deadline, it's a good idea to get a lawyer's opinion anyway.

Call the attorneys at HN Injury Lawyers at (657) 333-5726 for legal guidance in filing your truck accident lawsuit.

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The Timeframe for Commercial Truck Accident Claims

The time it takes to complete a truck accident case depends on how complicated the case is and how bad the injuries to the victim are. We know that you need the compensation, so we want things to be over with quickly and will work as efficiently as we can. However, sometimes, the best way to get you the maximum compensation requires more time. There are also unforeseen circumstances that your attorney will have no control over, such as court delays.

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Some of Our Truck-Related Case Results

Truck Accident: $425,000

Client Suffered Injuries After Being Rear-Ended by a Work Truck While Waiting at a Stop Sign. In 2021, our client was rear-ended by a work truck while at a stop sign. The insurance company denied the claim, arguing that there was too little damage to our client's truck to cause injury. The insurance company also denied that its driver was "on the clock" at the time of the accident. Through the discovery process, HN Injury Lawyers obtained critical testimony to establish that the driver was actually working at the time of the accident. Less than a month before trial, the case settled for $425,000.

Sideswipe Accident $325,000

Client Struck by Armored Truck; Insurance Company Claims No Injury Due to Lack of Damage to Both Vehicles. Our client was injured when an armored truck made an illegal lane change and sideswiped her car. Though both vehicles remained drivable afterward, she sustained left knee and lower back injuries. The insurance company dismissed the case due to minimal visible damage and her history of treatment for those areas. By collaborating with her doctors, our attorneys distinguished between her pre-existing conditions and injuries from the accident. Utilizing the law that addresses exacerbated pre-existing injuries due to an accident, HN Injury Lawyers effectively presented her case.

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What Our Clients Have to Say About Us

"Phil … Cut My Medical Cost Almost in Half" - Anonymous (5-Star AVVO Review)

I was in a motorcycle accident and was referred to Phil. Phil is very knowledgeable and helpful. My case was a tough one, as the driver of a Uhaul pickup truck hit me and didn't have insurance. Phil was able to settle the deal, leaving me with the maximum amount. He always kept me up to date on what's going on with the case. Phil even went above and beyond and was able to cut my medical cost almost in half! This was my first time having an attorney, and if I ever need one in the future, I know exactly where to go.

"Phil Is Trustworthy, Sincere, Diligent, and Knowledgeable" - Claudia (5-Star AVVO Review)

I came to Phil after I was misrepresented by a shady law firm that had me at fault for a car running a red light and leaving my car totaled. I wasted almost 2 years with that shady law firm, and Phil settled my case in my favor in a little over half a year! He kept in constant contact with me, always kept me informed on my case, and made me feel safe. Phil is trustworthy, sincere, diligent, and knowledgeable. He always had my best interest at heart and worked quickly! Phil saved me! Thank you so much, Phil! You helped me believe that there really are good, honest people in this world!

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Types of Trucking Injury Cases We Handle

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Let Us Help You Today With Your Commercial Truck Accident Case!

If you have been hurt in a commercial truck accident, you deserve to focus on healing. At HN Injury Lawyers, no case is minor to us. Our Santa Ana truck accident attorneys want to hear your story and are eager to help injured Californians receive all of the compensation they need to get their lives back on track. Call our law firm today at (657) 333-5726 and tell us what happened to you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are truck accidents common in California?

Unfortunately, yes. In one recent year, California recorded 5,782 commercial truck accidents, including accidents with delivery trucks, tractor-trailers, and buses.

What should I do right after a commercial truck accident?

  1. Make sure everyone is okay.
  2. Call for medical help if needed.
  3. Get the police involved.
  4. Gather any evidence, like photos of the scene and contact info from witnesses.
  5. Call an experienced commercial truck accident lawyer in Santa Ana at (657) 333-5726.

Can a lawyer help with insurance companies?

Definitely. In fact, insurance companies make their money by keeping your compensation low to try to mislead you to settle quickly. It's best to let your attorney do all the talking with insurance companies.

Can I afford a truck accident lawyer?

Yes. At HN Injury Lawyers, our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. That means you don't owe us any money unless we win you a settlement.

What if I was partly at fault for the accident?

California's comparative negligence laws mean you can still get compensation even if you were partly to blame for the crash.

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