Brooklyn Truck Accident Lawyer

When a passenger vehicle and a truck meet in a collision, the occupants of the smaller vehicle are typically the losers. When it comes to injuries and fatalities, size definitely matters. Consequently, accidents involving large trucks can result in more catastrophic injuries, a greater number of fatalities, and more significant property costs. For those who are injured in an accident caused by a large commercial truck, the physical, emotional, and financial costs can be devastating. 

If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident in Brooklyn, you know what a serious accident can do to your physical, mental, and financial well-being. Fortunately, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and other damages. You should not have to face this without skilled legal representation. At The Law Office of Stanislav Ladnik, Brooklyn truck accident lawyer Stanislav Ladnik and his team of New York truck accident attorneys are in your corner from day one, helping you get the compensation you deserve.

To schedule a free consultation with New York City lawyer Stanislav Ladnik, call us today at (718) 362-3111.

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How Truck Accidents Differ From Other Car Accidents in Brooklyn

Brooklyn truck accidents can be far more dangerous than accidents involving passenger vehicles. When you consider a loaded truck weighing in at more than 80,000 pounds hitting the average car weighing in at 5,000 pounds, you can understand how they can cause serious physical harm to the occupants of the smaller vehicle. The data bears this out:

  • In 2018, there were 499,000 accidents involving large trucks in the United States
  • Of those accidents, 107,000 resulted in injuries and 4,415 resulted in fatalities
  • The majority of deaths in truck accidents occur to the occupants of the smaller vehicles.

Because of the size and weight of these massive vehicles, it is no wonder that truck accidents are more destructive in an accident. These accidents result in more catastrophic injuries, greater damages, more fatalities, and more property damage. 

The injuries from a truck accident can affect a victim for months, years, or even have life-altering consequences. If you have been in an accident involving a truck in Brooklyn, contact the New York truck accident attorney Stanislav Ladnik and the skilled Brooklyn truck accident lawyers at The Legal Firm of Stanislav Ladnik to ensure that you get the representation and compensation you deserve. To schedule a free consultation, call us today at (718) 362-3111.

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Truck Accident Lawyer Explains: What Are The Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Brooklyn?

In Brooklyn, as well as the rest of the United States, truck accidents are caused by many things, but the most common causes involve some form of driver error.

These include:

  • Driver distraction - The number one contributor to truck accidents in New York is driver distraction. It only takes a few seconds for a driver who has taken their eyes off the road to lose control of their rig. Distractions can include using an electronic device to call, text, or watch videos, using GPS, drinking or eating, or personal grooming. Drivers who travel over long distances often become bored and turn to distracting behaviors.

  • Driver fatigue - Having to meet difficult or unreasonable schedules often leaves truck drivers to drive past regulated hours of operation. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Large Truck Crash Causation Study, as much as 13 percent of commercial truck drivers are considered fatigued at the time of an accident. The FMCSA blames driver fatigue on inadequate sleep, long hours of work, physical and mental exertion, and strenuous activities required by many truck drivers.

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Who Was Driving during the Brooklyn Truck Accident?

Liability will also differ depending on who the driver was. Trucking companies employ different types of drivers with different levels of liability, depending on whether they own the truck, lease the truck, or are company employees.

  • Owner-operators are those drivers who either own their trucks and contract with companies to ship their products or lease their vehicles to a trucking company
  • Independent owner-operators own and drive their trucks
  • Company drivers are drivers who drive company trucks and are employees of the company

Depending on which type of driver was responsible for your accident, liability will be different with different sources of compensation. 

Because these accidents in Brooklyn can be highly complex, it is critical to have the advice and guidance of an experienced truck accident attorney if you have been injured in an accident with a truck. With the skilled Brooklyn truck accident lawyers at The Law Office of Stanislav Ladnik, you can have peace of mind that the appropriate party will be held accountable and you will receive the compensation you deserve for your damages. To schedule a free consultation with New York personal lawyer Stanislav Ladnik or any of the other skilled car accident attorneys at The Brooklyn Law Office of Stanislav Ladnik, call us today at (718) 362-3111.

I hired Mr. Ladnik not too long ago for my car accident case and he was really helpful. He was responsive and really concerned for my well being. I really can't thank him enough. Thank you so much. I am now where I am because him.

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Truck Accident and Hours of Service Violations

In Brooklyn, as well as in the rest of the country, the trucking industry is heavily regulated. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has imposed hours of service guidelines, setting out how long a driver may operate their vehicle and how long they must rest between driving sessions. Unfortunately, many drivers circumvent these regulations in order to meet deadlines. The results can be deadly.

Hours of Service requirements were imposed to help combat driver fatigue and make the industry safer. Drivers are required to keep track of their hours behind the wheel, but some falsify those in order to cover up their violations. 

When investigating a truck accident, one way to prove liability is to see if Hours of Service regulations have been violated. While a driver must maintain a logbook of their driving hours, these can easily be falsified. 

The experienced Brooklyn truck accident lawyers at The Law Office of Stanislav Ladnik investigate potential hours of service violations by checking:

  • Cell phone data - Cell phone GPS activity or coordinates, or call or text activity, can help provide clues to HOS violations.

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Why You Need the Help of an Experienced Brooklyn Truck Accident Attorney

Truck accidents in Brooklyn can be highly complicated due to the different points of liability and the intensive investigation that is often required to prove a claim or lawsuit. Giant trucking companies have gigantic insurance policies. These insurance companies are reluctant to pay claims without extensive proof of fault by their insured. That is where we come in. 

At The Law Office of Stanislav Ladnik, we immediately get to work ensuring that you are fairly compensated for your injuries and other damages. We:

  • Thoroughly investigate your accident, leaving no stone unturned
  • Identify all liable parties and seek compensation from anyone who may share liability in the accident
  • Work with skilled professionals such as accident recreation experts and medical personnel to determine how the accident took place and what your claim may be worth
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  • Gather any evidence that supports your claim to ensure that your compensation is fair and adequate
  • Communicate with all parties so you can take the time you need to rest and recover from your injuries

At The Law Office of Stanislav Ladnik, our team of talented Brooklyn truck accident lawyers works diligently to protect the rights of the victim. If you have been injured in a truck accident in Brooklyn, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical costs, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and any other damages associated with the accident. Call us at (718) 362-3111 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation. You never pay unless we recover compensation on your behalf.