Three Injured in Byron Crash with FedEx Truck
Three parties were injured in a crash with a FedEx truck in the Byron area on the morning of Thursday, January 14, 2021. The incident occurred on Byron Highway at Hoffman Lane at approximately 11:00 a.m. The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) responded to a report of a trucking collision involving a FedEx truck and a silver SUV in the area.
Officials reported that one party was trapped inside the vehicle after colliding with the truck. Three individuals suffered injuries in the truck accident, two reported in critical condition by Battalion 5 at the scene. A medical helicopter was requested, and the roadway was closed down. One patient was airlifted to the hospital, while two others were taken by ground ambulance. Further details on the incident were not immediately available.
Consequences of Truck Accidents
Truck accidents have the potential to cause catastrophic injuries and even permanent disability because of their overwhelming size and weight. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), approximately 150,000 people were injured in large-truck crashes in 2018. Most of the injuries reported that year happened to passengers of other vehicles at 72 percent, followed by occupants of large trucks at 26 percent, and non-occupants with 2 percent.
Insurance companies representing truckers and trucking companies often take quick action after a commercial truck accident to minimize their financial liability. This means the insurer will examine all facts and circumstances of a personal injury claim to dispute, devalue, or deny it. This may mean taking advantage of an injured party and not compensating them for their medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Fortunately, a Brentwood auto accident attorney has the experience, skills, and resources necessary for seeking fair compensation for those suffering serious injuries and damages caused by negligent truck drivers. For details on how to find the best attorney to handle your personal injury claim for a truck accident, watch the video below.
Importance of Working with an Attorney After Getting Injured in a Byron Truck Crash
Filing a personal injury lawsuit for a truck accident in California is challenging compared to car accident cases because compliance with industry standards and federal safety regulations is essential in handling these cases. Hiring an attorney for a big rig crash immediately after a truck wreck is essential for ensuring that evidence is gathered and preserved before it is lost or destroyed.
Our legal team often works with expert witnesses like accident reconstruction experts who will visit the truck accident scene and document all relevant evidence. In some truck accident injury cases, physical evidence at the collision site, like skid marks, may disappear over time. There are also documents associated with a crash required by federal law to be kept for a specific amount of time. Once that time period has passed, the truck firm may dispose of them. For this reason, it is critical to work with an attorney to ensure all case evidence is protected.
Since any party like the truck driver, trucking firm, the owner of the big rig, or the manufacturer of the defective truck parts and equipment may be held financially accountable for damages incurred, the more evidence your attorney can gather and preserve, the better. For a free case evaluation, contact our law firm today. We are available anytime to review your case and provide free, friendly legal advice.
Auto Accident Attorney in Brentwood
I’m Ed Smith, a Brentwood auto accident attorney. The immediate aftermath of a motor vehicle collision involving a large commercial truck often overwhelms injured parties and their families. Our skilled personal injury lawyers at our law firm understand the impact of catastrophic injuries and the damages they cause. If you have suffered injuries in a truck accident, contact us for a free consultation. We can discuss the facts and circumstances of your personal injury case and provide free, friendly legal advice on the best strategy for moving forward. Our legal team handles cases on a contingency fee arrangement, meaning you do not have to pay any upfront fees for our services. You will only have to pay attorney’s fees if we obtain fair compensation for you in the form of an insurance settlement or damages awarded by the court.
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