Arizona Truck Accident Attorney

Truck accidents aren’t the same as other motor vehicle accidents. At RamRock Injury Lawyers, our experienced Arizona truck accident attorneys know how to fight for the compensation you deserve. Everything is bigger when a truck is involved — the vehicle, the injuries, the number of parties, and the legal challenges. 

We understand the toll these accidents take on you and your family. That’s why we take every case personally and create strategies tailored to your situation. Our goal is to ensure your compensation package is fair. Call us today at (866) 953-2330 to schedule your free case consultation and get the legal support you need.

How Are Truck Accidents Different from Other Motor Vehicle Accidents?

Truck accidents are different from your standard motor vehicle accident in many ways. Everything from the legal requirements for drivers to the types of injuries and the legal hurdles to fair compensation is more complex. Having legal counsel who is well-versed in these differences and how to tackle them can make all the difference in your case.   

Truck Accidents Happen Differently  

If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, understanding the type of crash can be critical for your personal injury claim. Eighteen-wheelers can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, while the average car weighs only a few thousand. Size, weight, and maneuverability variations mean you’re going to see different types of accidents, often with more severe injuries. 

Each type of truck accident involves unique causes, legal considerations, and potential parties at fault. The most common types of truck accidents our Personal Injury Team sees at RamRock include, but are not limited to: 

• Jackknife Accidents
• Blind Spot Accidents
• Wide Turn Accidents 
• Tire Blowout Accidents
• Bobtailing Accidents
• Rear-End Accidents

Federal and Arizona State Laws for Truckers are Different from Laws for Other Drivers

Federal and Arizona state regulations put stricter rules on commercial truck drivers than on regular motorists. These differences can play a major role in a truck accident case. At the federal level, truck drivers must comply with complex regulations set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), including limits on driving hours, mandatory rest periods, vehicle maintenance standards, and special licensing requirements. Arizona also enforces additional rules governing truck size, weight, how that weight is distributed, and more. 

Everyday drivers are not subject to these heightened standards. When a crash occurs, your truck accident attorney must investigate potential violations of these commercial trucking laws. Any violation of these laws can strengthen your case. 

Injuries After a Truck Accident Can Be Much Worse 

Because of the sheer size of trucks, truck accident victims often suffer more serious injuries and, accordingly, much more extensive medical care. Common injuries the RamRock Injury Lawyers team has seen among our truck accident clients include:

• Spinal cord injury
• Head injury 
• Neck injury 
• Bone fractures 
• Traumatic brain injury 
• Lacerations 
• Burns 

Suffering from severe injuries can also mean extended time off work, potentially leaving you with lost wages and an inability to return to the type of employment you had before the accident. It is undeniable that the accident has impacted many other aspects of your life. Your daily life looks different; maybe that means not being able to run around the yard with your children, go hiking with friends in the Santa Catalina Mountains, or independently complete daily tasks. 

When your life has been significantly changed, you may be entitled to recover compensation for these forms of suffering as well.

Common Legal Challenges After a Truck Accident 

When you’re recovering from severe injuries, the last thing you want to do is deal with insurance companies and bulldog legal teams from trucking companies, manufacturers, and more. To get the compensation you deserve, you’ll need to overcome piles of paperwork and legal challenges. Having a qualified truck accident attorney can help you overcome these hurdles.  

The Paperwork Gets Complicated 

In your typical car crash, there are two, maybe three, drivers involved. It’s clear who is involved, and drivers simply exchange insurance information. This is far from the procedure in a truck accident. There is no shortage of people involved in a truck accident, yes, there’s you and the truck driver, but other involved parties can include:  

• The trucking company 
• The truck owner (they can be different than the trucking company)
• The cargo loading company
• The truck manufacturer 
• Truck maintenance providers 

All these parties will have their own insurance companies and legal teams fighting you during your case. Having an attorney with a proven track record of fighting this multi-front war means you can focus on recovery, rather than fighting. 

Timing Matters After Your Truck Accident 

Arizona has a two-year statute of limitations, meaning you have two years from the date of your truck accident to file a personal injury claim. If the truck involved in your accident was a government vehicle, that timeline is even shorter; you have only 180 days to file the claim. Contacting an attorney immediately allows you to take your eyes off the calendar and maintain your legal right to file a claim. Once this period is over, you could lose your right to any compensation.  

Legally mandated deadlines for filing your claim aren’t the only timing concern. The further you get from the accident, the harder it becomes to collect the evidence needed for the best possible compensation. The more time passes, the fewer witnesses remember, and they can be harder to track down. Trucking companies often have short data retention periods, which means records can be discarded or lost over time. 

The truck accident attorneys at RamRock Injury Lawyers are skilled in hunting down these records. The sooner you call our team, the sooner we can track down the necessary evidence and advance your case.

Why It’s Important to Work with the Right Arizona Truck Accident Lawyer 

At RamRock Injury Lawyers, our compassionate attorneys work to make you feel comfortable throughout the entire process. When you retain our Arizona legal team, you will always have direct access to your attorney and receive frequent case updates. We are here to stand up to insurance companies, so you never have to. Let us relieve your stress and fight for you. 

Connect with us online or call (866) 953-2330 today to schedule your free case evaluation.