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How Dangerous is Truck Driving?

Long Island Truck Crash LawyerDue to the size of trucks, they can cause a significant amount of damage in an accident. If a delivery truck, semi-truck, big rig, or another truck strikes you, you will likely experience damage to your vehicle or yourself. Unfortunately, trucking accidents are relatively common across Long Island. There are a lot of large trucks that travel on the Long Island Expressway, mainly because a lot of Long Island roads cannot accommodate such large vehicles. The large number of trucks causes traffic on the expressway, which leads to more accidents with these large vehicles. Understanding your rights and what you should do after an accident involving a semi-truck or other large truck is essential. Knowing how to proceed will allow you to have a seamless process as possible regarding the law. It is crucial to hire an attorney after an accident involving a truck because they will be able to help you navigate the legal and insurance processes. Not every attorney knows how to proceed with trucking accidents. However, Winkler Kurtz has years of experience successfully assisting clients in winning their trucking accident cases. Our Long Island Truck Crash Lawyer is prepared to help you win your case and get you the compensation you deserve. 

Liability In A Trucking Accident

Trucking accidents can be considered more complicated than regular car accidents due to the number of potential people who can be considered liable. The truck driver is typically responsible as they operate the vehicle. However, the truck/trailer owner or company can also be held accountable, depending on the situation. Some trucking companies hire independent contractors when it comes to completing trucking routes. Being an independent contractor doesn’t mean that the trucker involved in the accident is the only responsible party, and a judge may deem the trucking company liable. The person who loaded the cargo in the truck or the truck manufacturer may also see liability in an accident involving a truck. Finally, the government or whoever is in charge of maintaining roads in the accident area may be responsible if the road conditions contribute to the accident. It is essential to contact our Long Island Truck Crash Lawyer to help you navigate the complexities of determining the cause and who is responsible for the accident. 

What Steps Do I Take In A Trucking Accident?

Like other accidents involving pedestrians or smaller vehicles, ensuring everyone around the scene is safe is the most important thing. If not, it is vital to call 911 immediately. Calling a police officer to the location of the accident can also be helpful when exchanging information. They can help with more than help with injuries and damages. After assessing the situation and determining if police or emergency services are needed, exchanging information with the truck driver is necessary.

Additionally, you should try and see if the trucker is an employee of a company as this may be helpful to know down the line. You will need to assess the damages in the accident. Take pictures and collect evidence that may be required later to prove fault or determine compensation. If witnesses are around the scene, get their names as a statement may be necessary from them at another time. Preparing to collect evidence through pictures can benefit you later when you work with our Long Island Truck Crash Lawyer. We will utilize the evidence collected to help you receive the compensation you deserve.

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Winkler Kurtz has been helping clients win their cases since 1987. We are passionate about helping our clients win their cases without having to stress over legal processes or details. Our Long Island Truck Crash Lawyer is here to help you win your case. Contact our office today for a free consultation regarding your accident involving a semi-truck or large truck.

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I cannot say enough about Rich and his staff. Everyone was more than accommodating from day one. You are treated like you matter, and not just another case for their firm. Rich offers advice every step of the way to get the most out of your case while still letting YOU choose which options are best. Coming from someone who has dealt with other attorneys, none compare to Mr. Winkler. His knowledge, and attitude are second to none. I would recommend Rich to anyone with an accident case. Believe me, you are in good hands. Thank you Rich and staff. Could not have asked for more!!

- Rob Pearsall

To Whom It May Concern, I’m a union painter and was badly hurt when I was involved in a workplace accident on a job site in Manhattan. I hired Richard Winkler to represent me and they have been great. He and his staff keep me informed and are making sure that I can continue to be able to feed my family and to keep everything going, they are on my side no doubt about it. Needless to say this didn’t go unnoticed to my family. Visiting the office was always a positive experience both welcoming and professional. I would recommend this firm to anyone in need of caring compassionate legal representation.

- Michael Brunner

Winkler Kurtz LLP is an amazingly knowledgeable and professional law firm. The staff is extremely intelligent and personable. With great guidance will support you through each step of your case and treat you with personal attention. Highly recommend this law firm – they go out of their way to make you a winner!

- Elissa Rand

The experience that I got from Richard Winkler was absolutely the best, In the beginning I was hesitant because you hear of bad stories about attorneys, but the turning point for me was when the most amazing, caring, person sat down and explained everything to me Mr. Winkler’s paralegal Dana Randazzo. This team answered all my phone calls handled all my paperwork in a quick manner there were never any surprises and they were on top of everything with the insurance companies and anything else associated to my case I highly recommend this law firm to anyone you will not be disappointed and I just wanted to say thank you for all that you have done for me Mr Winkler!

- Anthony Detorre

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