Bridgeport Truck Accident Lawyer

Bridgeport Truck Accident Attorney

Suffering an accident with a commercial trucking vehicle can be traumatic and leave victims suffering a wide range of extensive and even fatal injuries. To further complicate these injuries and the time it may take to recover from them, many victims of commercial trucking accidents face financial challenges as medical bills begin to pile up. In these circumstances, a Bridgeport truck accident lawyer can help you recover.

At Sorrentino Legal, our legal team is here to help if you have been injured in a commercial trucking accident due to negligence, recklessness, or even the intentional wrongdoing of a truck driver or trucking company. For almost a decade, Sorrentino Legal has worked to fight for the rights of our clients and protect their access to monetary compensation following a devastating accident.

An experienced truck accident lawyer can guide you through every step of the legal process, from your very first consultation to gathering evidence and obtaining a maximized settlement for your case. When you work with Sorrentino Legal, you can rest assured that you have the right people fighting in your corner.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents

In Connecticut, commercial truck drivers are trained professionals who work to deliver cargo and goods in a timely and safe manner. Unfortunately, there are cases in which these drivers, or the companies who employ them, fail in their duties to keep others safe on the roadways. Commercial trucking accidents can occur for a wide variety of reasons, including the following:

• Driving distracted. When a truck driver takes part in any action that takes their eyes off the roadway and their hands off the wheel, they are driving in a distracted manner, and devastating accidents can occur. Actions of distracted driving can include texting and driving, reaching for something, eating, drinking, or adjusting the radio or temperature controls.
• Reckless driving. The most common forms of reckless driving include speeding, tailgating, violating traffic laws, and dragracing. All of these actions are extremely reckless and can end in catastrophic injuries and even death.
• Driving under the influence. In the state of Connecticut, it is illegal for a truck driver to operate their vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Driving under the influence, or driving impaired, can cause a truck driver to have a slower reaction time and suffer poor judgment, which makes accidents more likely.
• Truck drivers work long hours hauling cargo. However, there are regulations in place to ensure that they are not overworked and take rest breaks to ensure they do not get behind the wheel of their vehicle fatigued. When a driver is fatigued, they might fall asleep while driving, causing terrible accidents.
• Truck drivers and the companies they work for are held to strict regulations on truck and trailer maintenance. When a driver or company fails to perform regular, mandated safety and maintenance checks, trucks may be driven on the roadways when they are not in proper or safe working order. Resulting accidents can result in the company being liable for any harm.
• Improperly loaded cargo. When a truck is improperly loaded, such as being overloaded or unevenly loaded, or has improperly secured cargo, items may come loose and fall into the roadway, causing catastrophic accidents. In these cases, you may be able to hold the trucking company liable for any third-party who was in charge of loading the commercial truck.

Compensation Available for Victims of Truck Accidents

There are several forms of compensation that may be available to the victims of commercial trucking accidents. Due to the fact that truck accidents can lead to significant injuries that may require extensive treatment and cause you to be out of work for weeks, months, and even years, you can pursuesignificant financial compensation.

The most common forms of compensation available in Bridgeport truck accidents include the following:

• Medical expenses. Commercial trucking accidents can often cause horrific injuries, including brain trauma, broken bones, damage to your spinal cord, internal bleeding, severe burns, and much more. These injuries may require extensive surgeries, emergency treatments, physical therapies, and specialized devices or equipment. Enlisting the help of an attorney and filing a claim can help cover these medical costs and any in the future.
• Lost wages and lost earning potential. After suffering an accident with a commercial trucking vehicle, you may find that you are out of work for a very long time or you cannot work again due to the injuries you have sustained. An accident claim can include any wages you might lose due to being unable to work and any damage to your future earning potential.
• Pain and suffering. Suffering a severe injury in a truck accident can leave victims with severe and chronic pain conditions. This pain can damage your ability to take part in the activities you once loved and can ruin your overall enjoyment in life. The accident may also have hurt you emotionally, leading to lasting mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, fear, and other issues that can impact your life forever.
• Damaged property. Due to their sheer weight and size, commercial trucks can cause terrible damage not just to your physical body but also to your vehicle. A truck accident claim may also include certain forms of property damage, including damage to your vehicle and any valuables that might have been inside it at the time of the accident, such as phones and electronics.
• Wrongful death damages. If you have lost a loved one in a commercial trucking accident, you may be able to file a claim for wrongful death damages to cover the costs of any medical treatment your loved one received prior to their death in relation to their injuries, along with any lost wages and funeral and burial costs. Typically, the family members who have the ability to bring forward a wrongful death claim include spouses or children.
• Punitive damages. In certain cases, if it is deemed that the liable party acted in a particularly egregious way or with gross negligence, you might be able to pursue punitive damages. This type of compensation is typically awarded in order to punish the liable party for their actions and dissuade them from taking similar actions in the future. Punitive damages are rarely awarded, and an attorney can advise you if they might be an optionin your case.

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If you or a loved one has suffered an injury in a commercial trucking accident in Bridgeport, having an experienced lawyer on your side is vital. Your attorney from Sorrentino Legal can handle all the legalities of your case while you focus on your own healing and recovery. Contact our office today to schedule your initial consultation and learn why Sorrentino Legal is the right choice for you.