Richmond Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck crashes can result in complex legal claims for a number of reasons. Large trucking companies sometimes try to hide evidence to avoid being found at fault.

These collisions are also frequently very serious because of the size of the vehicle and the strength of the force and impact. There may also be multiple defendants who are to blame.

Monge & Associates can help you if you are involved in a collision with a commercial vehicle.

Our Richmond, VA truck accident lawyers have an in-depth knowledge of these challenging claims, and we are committed to using our legal knowledge, skills, and experience to help clients get justice.

To find out more about the services we offer, give us a call or contact us online today.

We don’t charge legal fees if we don’t help you recover compensation for losses, and your consultation is always free, so don’t hesitate to reach out and get an advocate on your side.

Why Choose Monge & Associates

Monge & Associates is the right place to turn when you have become involved in a truck crash because our firm both truly cares about our clients and has the legal skill to provide real help in the pursuit of justice. 

You should turn to our team because:

• We have decades of experience with truck accident claims
• We understand the unique issues that arise in truck accident cases, including questions about whether trucking companies are liable for the on-the-job actions of drivers
• We have stood up to big trucking companies and their insurers and aren’t afraid to fight to get you the money you deserve
• We have extensive experience collecting evidence in truck accident cases, including black box data, hours-on-duty logs, maintenance logs, and more
• We have a network of expert witnesses who can help to testify about the cause of your truck crash and the full extent of the losses you endured
• We have courtroom experience, so when litigating your case becomes necessary to get fair compensation, we can prepare compelling arguments and maximize your chances of a successful verdict
• We have a history of compassionate representation, and many past client testimonials demonstrate the ways in which we are there for our clients

If you want to learn the specifics of what we can do for you in your truck accident’s aftermath, you can reach out at any time to talk to our legal team and see why Monge & Associates is the firm of choice for so many truck crash victims who have suffered harm.

Truck Accident Cases We Handle

Monge & Associates has extensive experience with all different kinds of truck accidents that occur in the Richmond, VA area. Some of the many different types of truck crash cases that we have handled include:

• Semi-Truck & Tractor-Trailer Accidents
• Rear-End Collisions
• Big Rig & 18-Wheeler Wrecks
• Commercial Vehicle Accidents
• Jackknife Accidents
• Underride Accidents
• Tire Blowouts & Equipment Failure

Some of these accidents, like jackknife and underride crashes, are unique to trucks and can cause serious and sometimes fatal injuries.

We are ready to help you prove the specific causes of your crash as well as the extent of damage done.

Common Causes of Richmond Truck Accidents

Richmond truck accidents can occur for many different reasons, but all-too-often, negligence on the part of the truck driver, or trucking company, is ultimately to blame.

In fact, many of the most common causes of Richmond truck accidents include behaviors that drivers could easily avoid to make the roads safer.

Some of the most common causes of Richmond truck accidents include:

• Driver fatigue: Drivers are limited in the hours they can drive by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations. If a driver is behind the wheel too long, fatigue can lead to delayed reaction time or even falling asleep. This can result in a crash.
• Driver distraction: Drivers using their GPS or focused on anything besides the road are a menace to other motorists. Truck drivers may become distracted over long hours behind the wheel and can be held accountable for the resulting harm.
• Driver intoxication: Commercial drivers have a lower BAC limit because of the higher risk of driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol
• Speeding: Trucks have a longer stopping distance due to their size, and they are also more likely to strike with more force due to their size. Speeding makes the situation worse, and also makes it more likely a trucker will lose control of the vehicle.
• Tailgating: Because of the long stopping distance, truckers need to leave ample space between themselves and the vehicle in front. If they fail to do so, a crash can result.
• Improper loading of cargo: When cargo isn’t properly loaded, it increases the risk of rollover or jackknife accidents, both of which are especially likely to be deadly.
• Poor truck maintenance: When a truck isn’t properly maintained, problems like brake failure or tire blowouts can occur, often with deadly consequences.
• Reckless driving: Truckers may behave unsafely behind the wheel due to pressure to make deliveries quickly and meet quotas, or out of frustration and boredom from being behind the wheel for so long

Monge & Associates will help you to determine exactly what the crash cause was and if the trucker’s negligence or wrongdoing was the reason for the incident, in which case, the driver and the driver’s employer may be liable for your losses.

Common Truck Accident Injuries 

Many different kinds of injuries happen in truck crashes, and these injuries can often be extremely serious and sometimes deadly.

Serious injuries are more likely after a collision involving a large commercial motor vehicle because the larger the size, the greater the force upon impact. 

While truck crashes can cause all different types of damage to the body, here are some of the most common truck accident injuries that victims have endured in a collision:

• Damage to the spinal cord / spinal cord injury (SCI)
• Damage to the brain / traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Broken bones or multiple fractures
• Burn injuries
• Internal injuries
• Soft tissue injuries
• Organ damage
• Amputation 
• Crushing injuries
• Whiplash

You should seek prompt medical attention after a truck crash to ensure that your injuries are properly documented by a professional so you can pursue justice for them. 

Keep all of the records of your treatment, and make sure your doctor takes clear notes of your diagnoses so you can show they happened in the accident and the crash was the direct cause of them.

Compensation Available In Truck Accident Lawsuit 

Because truck crashes cause serious and sometimes fatal injuries in many cases, the compensation that crash victims receive can often be substantial.

The specific amount of monetary damages that you are entitled to will be solely determined by the specifics of your claim, but some of the types of things you should expect to be compensated for include:

• Medical treatment costs for any care you have received to the date of the settlement or court verdict
• The costs of any future medical treatment you are likely to need on an ongoing basis because of lasting or permanent injuries
• Payment for any work time you have already missed up to the time your claim is being resolved. When you take days off due to your injuries, this counts as a missed work day, and you should be compensated for it, even if you had sick leave or vacation time
• Payment for any future reduction in earning power if your injuries have had a lasting impact on the types of work you are able to perform
• Compensation for pain and suffering, which is a type of non-economic damage that can be very substantial if you experience significant discomfort
• Compensation for emotional distress. This is available to those with PTSD, depression, anxiety or other mental health issues linked to the truck crash. If you have mental after-effects, you should be compensated for them
• Payment for property damage. If items belonging to you were damaged by the truck crash, you should be paid the fair market value of the item if it is destroyed or should get paid for repairs. This obviously includes your vehicle, but could also include other property damage as well. 
• Payment for diminished quality of life if your injuries have impacted your ability to live life to the fullest on an ongoing basis 

If your loved one has died, you can collect wrongful death compensation too, which can include funeral expenses as well as the lifetime of the companionship that you lost. 

It’s up to you to prove the extent of your losses, though, in order to be fairly compensated.

Monge & Associates can help you find ways to show how badly you were harmed, including expert testimony, medical records, and potentially a pain diary. 

Contact Our Richmond Truck Accident Lawyers Today

Monge & Associates is the firm so many clients turn to because of our solid reputation and long track record of successfully handling truck crash claims.

We can provide a personalized case assessment at any time after your truck crash, and we are standing by, ready to advocate for you.  

Give us a call today to schedule your free consultation with a Richmond, VA truck accident lawyer so we can help you get justice.