Connecticut Truck Accident Lawyers

Experienced Attorneys for Semi-Truck Crashes in Hartford

The trucking industry is heavily regulated at both state and federal levels to ensure the safety of truck drivers and other motorists. However, catastrophic and fatal accidents can occur when trucking companies, drivers, and other responsible parties fail to follow these regulations. The size and weight of commercial trucks make these accidents particularly devastating, often leading to severe injuries or loss of life.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a tractor-trailer or 18-wheeler accident, obtaining legal representation as soon as possible is crucial. Trucking companies and their insurers often have aggressive legal teams working to limit their liability. During our 60+ years of combined experience, the Connecticut truck accident attorneys at Woolf & Ross Law Firm, LLC have successfully handled complex trucking accident claims, fighting for the rights of injured victims and their families. Contact our East Hartford truck accident attorneys today to schedule a free initial consultation.

Investigating the Causes of Tractor Trailer Accidents

Truck accidents are often more complicated than standard motor vehicle collisions due to the number of parties that may be responsible. Unlike typical car accidents, where liability often falls on a single driver, multiple parties may share fault in a trucking accident. Our law firm takes a strategic approach to investigating these accidents and identifying all liable parties to ensure that victims receive the compensation they deserve.

Trucking companies frequently employ aggressive personal injury defense firms to protect themselves from liability. Their primary goal is to limit financial responsibility, often at the expense of accident victims. At Woolf & Ross Law Firm, LLC, we act quickly to preserve evidence that can be critical to proving fault. Our attorneys work with accident reconstruction specialists who can analyze the wreckage, skid marks, and other physical evidence from the accident scene. We also obtain and review police reports, interview witnesses, and subpoena essential records, such as:

• Truck driver logbooks
• Dispatch records
• Maintenance and repair records
• GPS and electronic logging device (ELD) data
• Truck inspection reports
• Freight loading documentation

By evaluating every aspect of the accident, we can determine who should be held accountable. The parties responsible for a truck accident may include:

• At-Fault Truck Driver: Truck drivers are required to follow strict guidelines regarding hours of service, speed limits, and overall safety regulations. Driver negligence is a common cause of serious truck accidents. During our investigation, we will work to determine whether a truck driver engaged in driving under the influence, distracted driving, hours of service regulations that led to driver fatigue, or traffic violations such as speeding or reckless driving.
• Truck Company Negligence: Trucking companies have a duty to ensure that their drivers and vehicles meet safety standards. When they fail in this responsibility, they may be held liable for accidents caused by their negligence. Our firm investigates whether the trucking company engaged in negligent hiring, failed to provide drivers with proper training, forced drivers to meet unrealistic deadlines, or failed to maintain trucks correctly.
• Third Party Liability: In addition to the truck driver and trucking company, other entities may share responsibility for a truck accident. These may include cargo loaders and freight companies that did not load items on a truck correctly, truck and parts manufacturers who were responsible for defective equipment such as brakes or tires, or government agencies and contractors who were responsible for poorly maintained roads or dangerous construction zones.

Pursuing Full Recoveries for Truck Accident Victims

Because truck accidents often result in severe injuries, victims may require extensive medical treatment and long-term care. Our attorneys work with medical professionals, economists, and industry experts to fully assess the impact of an accident and fight for maximum compensation. We help victims recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and long-term disability.

The attorneys at our firm work to demonstrate the full extent of a victim's injuries, such as:

• Paralysis
• Broken bones
• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries

We incorporate as many facts as possible to illustrate the extent of medical care you will need long-term. We also pursue a full recovery for families who have tragically lost loved ones in wrongful death accidents to help alleviate their financial burdens.

Contact Our Hartford, CT Commercial Truck Accident Attorneys

For those who have suffered injuries in truck accidents, Woolf & Ross Law Firm, LLC is here to provide legal support and representation. We are committed to holding negligent truck drivers, trucking companies, and other responsible parties accountable. Contact us today at 860-290-8690 to schedule a free initial consultation. We handle catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims, and we are available for evening and weekend appointments when necessary. Our firm also provides legal services in Spanish.