Our society depends heavily on the reliable delivery of merchandise and materials of all kinds by large trucks, in rural areas, small towns and big cities. Consequently, wherever there is industry or commerce, semi trucks and other commercial vehicles share the roads with vehicles such as family cars. Collisions between semis and cars, buses, motorcycles, bicycles or pedestrians nearly always result in serious or catastrophic injuries. Fatalities are common outcomes in truck accidents.
Also known as 18-wheelers, big rigs and tractor-trailers, semis pose dangers to the public on county roads, interstate highways and city streets. In rural areas, mobile farm machinery such as combines, tractors and grain wagons also create potential risks to drivers, passengers, bicyclists and pedestrians.
In the event of a semi accident that causes injuries or death, a prompt investigation can be critical to the outcome of a personal injury or wrongful death claim or lawsuit. Were the truck driver and truck company complying with federal trucking regulations? Was the driver fatigued or under the influence of alcohol, street drugs, prescription drugs or over-the-counter remedies? Had the driver received adequate training? Does the driver’s logbook reveal any irregularities such as too many hours on the road to allow the driver a good night’s sleep? Was the truck overloaded and was the load properly balanced and secured?
Seymour Kremer Koch is prepared to begin an investigation in search of the answers you need to critical questions such as these. If you or your loved one was hurt in a semi accident in Walworth County or elsewhere in Wisconsin,Seymour Kremer Koch can be a great ally on your side. Contact us to learn how we can help you recover compensation for the following after a motor vehicle accident:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Related losses and expenses
- Pain and suffering
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In most truck accident cases, we represent clients on a contingency basis. This means that attorneys’ fees are due only when settlements or verdicts are paid out. Call our Elkhorn, Wisconsin, law offices at 262-723-5003 or send us an email to request a free initial consultation with lawyer.