Sussex County Truck Accident Lawyers 

Newton, New Jersey attorneys pursue motor vehicle injury compensation for clients

Accidents involving large trucks are particularly dangerous. Due to the sheer size and weight of these massive vehicles, it is not uncommon for occupants of cars that collide with commercial vehicles to suffer catastrophic injuries. At Hollander, Strelzik, Pasculli, Vandenberg, Hontz & Associates LLC in Newton and Succasunna, our experienced Sussex County truck accident lawyers help New Jersey residents obtain compensation after they’ve been hurt in a crash with a big rig. When you or a family member has been injured due to the negligence of a truck driver, trucking company or another party, we will fight for you. 

Top causes of truck accidents in Sussex County

Whether you are traveling on I-80, Route 15 or another highway in Sussex County, chances are you will share the road with semi-trucks. When truck drivers or operators of other commercial vehicles are not attentive to safety, accidents can materialize without warning. Some of the top causes of truck accidents include the following: 

  • Distracted, fatigued or aggressive driving
  • Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Poorly trained or inexperienced truck drivers
  • Improperly loaded cargo
  • Truck or trailer malfunctions
  • Poor road conditions

You may be confused and unsure about what to do when you have been in an accident involving a commercial truck. A personal injury lawyer from our firm can help you understand your legal rights and options.  

Common injuries suffered from NJ trucking accidents

A fully loaded semi-truck can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. When a 4,000-pound car makes contact with such an immense machine, injuries people in the smaller vehicle face a serious risk. Common types of injuries stemming from trucking accidents in New Jersey include: 

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Burn injuries
  • Spinal cord damage and paralysis
  • Head and neck injuries
  • Loss of limbs
  • Compound bone fractures
  • Internal bleeding and organ damage
  • Lacerations and scarring
  • Soft-tissue damage and bruising

These serious injuries can result in expensive medical bills, possibly for months and years, as well as other costs. While we cannot change your physical circumstances after a trucking accident, our Sussex County car accident lawyers will work to secure a resolution that relieves your financial distress. 

Steps our Sussex County truck accident lawyers will take to help you

Our truck accident lawyers serving Sussex and Morris counties will investigate the relevant evidence to establish what happened pinpoint the liability. As part of this work, we can take the following steps:

  • Review the police report and talk to first responders
  • Interview eyewitnesses to the crash
  • Examine black box data from the truck
  • Look into the driver’s background and training
  • Investigate the trucking company’s maintenance records
  •  Retain expert witnesses where needed to provide testimony

After an injury, the last thing you should have to worry about is dealing with at-fault parties and their insurance companies. Our law firm will handle your claim so you can focus on your recuperation. 

Determining liability for truck accident injuries

Once we investigate the evidence and identify the factors that led to the crash, we will be able to assess liability. If the defendant was driving carelessly, they can be held liable. But sometimes in truck accidents, the trucking company can also be named in a claim. For example, if a trucking company forced their employee to violate hours-of-service limits, the company may also be liable if drowsiness contributed to the crash. If the brakes or another part failed on the truck, the specific manufacturer could also be legally responsible.  

Compensation available for truck accident injuries

Compensation available in truck crash cases can include payment for the following types of damages:

  • Medical expenses
  • Rehabilitation
  • Lost wages 
  • Future lost income
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional trauma

We will assess all of your current and potential future damages to determine the amount you should demand. 

Contact an experienced North Jersey truck accident attorney  

The attorneys at Hollander, Strelzik, Pasculli, Vandenberg, Hontz & Associates LLC, in Newton and Succasunna are dedicated to helping truck accident victims get the compensation to which they are entitled. Please call 973-737-1023 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.