Under federal trucking laws, an 18-wheeler can carry a payload of 80,000 pounds, or 40 tons. The heaviest passenger vehicle weighs less than 8,000 pounds. When the two collide, it’s no secret as to which one will sustain the most significant damage, and which parties will be likely to suffer the most serious injuries.
For these reasons and more, commercial truckers and trucking companies are heavily regulated. The unfortunate reality, though, is that many trucking concerns and many drivers ignore or intentionally flaunt the regulations, driven by the simple desire to make more money.
When you’ve been hurt in an accident involving a commercial truck, you want a lawyer who understands the unique challenges involved, who understands the requirements of state and federal regulations, and who knows how to deal with the difficulties of proving causation. You want an attorney who has successfully recovered compensation for other truck accident victims. You want the Lee Law Firm, LLC.
Experienced Truck Accident Lawyers in Newark, NJ
Attorney Edward Lee brings more than 30 years of experience to people in Newark and across New Jersey who have suffered any type of injury because of the negligence of another person, including men and women who have been hurt in accidents involving large commercial trucks. A proven trial advocate, Ed is certified as a civil trial attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court, a distinction he’s held for nearly 20 years. He’s listed among the “Top One Percent” in his profession by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel and has long been a New Jersey Super Lawyer. He carries an Excellent rating with Avvo and is a Top Lawyer Lifetime Member of the Global Directory of Who’s Who.
There’s no charge or obligation for your first consultation.
How Do Truck Accident Claims Are Different from Other Personal Injury Lawsuits?
Truck accident claims have a number of unique characteristics that require the services of an experienced and knowledgeable attorney:
The causes of truck accidents are unique, different and often difficult to determine, requiring prior experience and, typically, a more extensive investigation
The injuries caused by a large truck accident are generally more serious and potentially catastrophic
Truck accident lawsuits commonly involve a number of defendants from individual truck drivers to trucking companies, truck owners and even manufacturers
Truckers must comply with more traffic laws than other drivers. As a result, truck accident claims are more likely to involve allegations of traffic infractions
The insurance requirements for truckers are more tightly controlled and regulated, so there’s a greater likelihood of involvement by an insurance company
