Trucking Accidents

Phoenix, Arizona Trucking Accident Lawyer

Accidents involving commercial trucks, semi trucks and tractor trailers often result in serious injuries to other drivers and passengers riding in cars and on motorcycles. Large trucks travel at the same speed as cars and motorcycles, but they weigh much more than a car and take much more time to slow down and stop. Large trucks are also more likely to tip over than a car and they may jackknife and block vehicle traffic. Taking these facts into consideration, it is common for motorcyclists and car drivers to be severely injured in trucking accidents.

If you or someone you love was injured in a car or motorcycle accident with a semi truck, contact Phoenix, Arizona, trucking accident attorney Christopher J. Zachar as soon as possible. We offer free consultations and contingent attorneys' fees.

Why Is Contacting an Attorney Important?

It is important to contact an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible after a tractor trailer accident. An experienced lawyer's involvement can ensure that evidence is preserved and the trucking accident scene is investigated promptly by experts. Evidence in trucking accidents can be easily destroyed, and it often is destroyed by guilty or liable truck drivers or trucking companies. This evidence is essential in determining what caused the accident and whether the truck driver is liable for damages.

At Christopher J. Zachar, we have significant experience in determining liability and fault in trucking accidents. We can provide compassionate representation for people injured in tractor trailer accidents, as well as help families pursuing wrongful death compensation for a loved one killed in a trucking accident.

Determining Who Is Liable in Trucking Accidents

Investigations are done at the scene of the accident by an investigating officer, and we can make sure that this first report is thorough and complete. Our firm provides additional investigation with the help of accident reconstruction experts. We also examine the details of safety logs and truck driver log books, and we are often able to determine liability because the truck driver falsified log book entries.

Trucking accidents can be caused by negligence or carelessness, such as:

• Driver fatigue
• Non-compliance with federal trucking regulations for rest breaks
• Reckless or careless driving
• Inattention to other traffic
• Drug or alcohol use by truck driver
• Improper or negligent truck maintenance

The determination of fault in serious trucking accidents involves many complex legal issues. An experienced Phoenix trucking accident lawyer can help with your personal injury or wrongful death claim and may be able to help you receive the compensation you need. Contact Link to Contact Us Christopher J. Zachar to learn more about your options.

Resolution of Trucking Accident Claims

Settlements for tractor trailer accidents are often reached through alternative dispute resolution (ADR), which includes mediation and arbitration. In ADR, we attempt to come to an agreement and settlement without a judge or trial. The injured party, the at-fault truck driver or company, the parties' respective attorneys, and insurance adjusters work together through mediation or arbitration. The goal is to determine who is liable in the collision or for the fatality and settle the claim without long or costly litigation.

To learn more about your options after a trucking accident to resolve the matter without going to court, contact Phoenix accident attorney Christopher J. Zachar.