Oakland Truck Accident Lawyers

Driver negligence is responsible for 88% of truck related crashes. In California, truck accidents happen for many reasons, most commonly due to:

• Speeding. Truck drivers may speed to make up time for tight deadlines which can cause an accident.
• Driver Fatigue. Truckers drive for long hours. Driving tired is reckless and may cause a driver to fall asleep at the wheel, increasing the chances of causing an accident.
• Distracted Driving. A single moment of inattentive driving, including paying attention to radio communication or checking a phone, can cause a truck accident.
• Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Driving under the influence is illegal in every state regardless of the type of vehicle but is especially dangerous when operating an 80,000-pound vehicle.
• Extended brake time. Large trucks require more time to brake for vehicles in front of them. If a driver misjudges time and distance, a rear-end truck accident can occur.
• Improper Turning. Due to the size of large trucks, being unprepared or mismanaging turns can cause a truck accident.
• Unsecured Loads. If a truck load isn’t properly secured, goods may come undone, causing an accident.
• Lack of Truck Maintenance. Large trucks require routine maintenance to ensure safety for everyone. If improperly maintained, a vehicle malfunction can occur causing an accident.

The smallest error can lead to a life altering truck accident. If you, or someone you know has been injured in a truck accident in Oakland or the Bay Area, contact a truck accident attorney at The Barnes Firm today for a FREE case evaluation at (800) 800-0000.

If you’ve been hurt in a truck accident, your health and safety is most important. Our Oakland truck accident attorneys at The Barnes Firm advise that you take the following steps for optimal recovery and to ensure that you get the best result possible for your truck accident case:

• Call 911 to report your accident and request medical attention, if needed
• Take pictures of your injuries and damages as evidence
• Obtain the other driver’s personal and insurance information
• Talk to any witnesses at the scene
• Request a copy of the accident report
• Seek medical treatment immediately, try not to refuse
• Call an experienced truck accident attorney at The Barnes Firm.

It is advised you see a doctor immediately following a truck accident, even if you don’t think you are injured. Then, call The Barnes Firm at (800) 800-0000. From the first phone call through to the final settlement, our trusted truck accident attorneys will be there every step of the way to help truck accident victims get the best result possible.

When you choose a truck accident attorney at The Barnes Firm, you can be assured our dedicated team will perform an investigation to determine who caused your truck accident. Often, more than one party can be held responsible in a truck accident. These parties may include:

• Truck drivers
• Trucking companies
• Maintenance or Repair companies
• Loading company
• Municipalities
• Third-party drivers
• And more…

In California, you must be able to prove who was liable for your accident for you to receive compensation. Even if you are found to be partially liable, you may still be eligible for compensation. Contact an experienced truck accident attorney at The Barnes Firm today to go over all your truck accident claim options.

The statute of limitations to file a truck accident claim in California is two years from the date of the accident, or two years from the date your injuries were discovered. If you have questions regarding the statute of limitations in California or California truck accident laws, call The Barnes Firm today at (800) 800-0000.