New Jersey Truck Accident Attorneys
Because New Jersey has a high level of commercial and non-commercial trucking, our state has a large number of truck accidents as well. These accidents occur throughout the state, in rural areas and in cities and for many different reasons. Because these trucks are so much larger than other vehicles they often cause serious damage, including destruction of property, injuries and even death.
Many accidents are caused by truck drivers driving at a high rate of speed, often in order to meet a deadline or get to a destination in time for a delivery or pickup. Truck drivers of any commercial vehicles that fall into a larger-than-normal size category are required to drive at a slower speed than other vehicles. These drivers must also carry specialized insurance, licenses and must never be over the weight limit required by New Jersey trucking laws.
Large truck drivers in New Jersey often are carrying heavy loads which make their vehicles unstable. This occurs in particular on highways where wind can cause the truck to lose control. Truck drivers must also pay close attention to the amount of breaking space they need and never get too close to another driver or vehicle.
Unfortunately large truck accidents are often caused by the driver's negligence either through drug or alcohol use, speeding or driving for too long of a shift and becoming exhausted. All truck drivers in New Jersey are required to maintain strict shifts and rest periods and must never drive if they are tired. Stress and fatigue are common elements of a truck driver's life but must be kept under control in order for their truck to be lawfully operated.
There have also been several instances of trucking accidents occurring which involve hazardous waste, radioactive and nuclear debris and other hazardous materials. Government vehicles from the military have also been involved in serious injury-causing accidents as well. In these cases the laws are particularly complicated and infractions of these laws by truck drivers can lead to very serious consequences.
If you or someone you love has been involved in a trucking accident in New Jersey, our lawyers can help you. The offices of Lependorf & Silverstein have experience handling truck accident cases throughout New Jersey including Trenton, New Brunswick, Newark, Elizabeth and Camden. We offer free, confidential evaluations on any case without any obligation on your part at all.
We handle most every truck accident case on a contingent basis. This means that we aren't paid until and unless we successfully settle your case. Our payment only comes from a preset amount of the award and we always factor that into settling our truck accident lawsuits. Our New Jersey truck accident lawyers have had success in awarding our clients significant financial damages in order to help them get on with their lives after an accident. Contact us today with any of your questions.
If you or a loved one has suffered from a serious truck accident injury in New Jersey, contact Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free consultation.
