The Case
A person died as a result of an incident involving a tractor trailer. The family pursued a wrongful death claim based on the circumstances of the collision.
The Resolution
The case resolved by settlement for $1,500,000.
Why These Cases Matter
Tractor trailer collisions often result in catastrophic injuries or death due to the size and weight disparity between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. When a large truck is involved in a collision, occupants of smaller vehicles face enormous risk.
Commercial trucking companies and their drivers are held to higher standards than ordinary drivers. Federal and state regulations govern hours of service, vehicle maintenance, load securement, and driver qualifications. Violations of these regulations can provide critical evidence in wrongful death cases.
Families who lose a loved one in a truck collision face not only grief but also financial uncertainty, especially when the deceased was a primary earner or caregiver. Wrongful death claims can provide compensation for lost income, loss of companionship, and funeral expenses.
If you lost a family member in a collision involving a tractor trailer or commercial vehicle, contact us to discuss your case. We handle wrongful death cases on a contingency basis—there is no fee unless we recover compensation for you.