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Every year thousands of innocent people are injured or killed following collisions with tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles. The massive size and weight of these vehicles make truck accidents almost always disastrous, often resulting in severe personal injury or death.
The questions of who is responsible and what caused the accident are often much more complicated than a simple traffic accident. Understanding the common reasons for trucking accidents and the relationships among the persons and entities connected to the truck, the trailer, and the load, will help you determine whether you have a valid claim and how to proceed with your case.
One reason truck accident lawsuits are so complex is that they can involve multiple responsible parties including:
Additionally, there are various common causes that often lead to trucking accidents. An important part of any lawsuit is determining who is at fault and to do that, you must first determine the cause of the accident.
Common causes of truck accidents include:
Truck accident cases are complex, and it is recommended that if you or a loved one is hurt or killed in a truck accident, you consult an experienced truck accident attorney in St. Louis who has both the knowledge and resources to help you. At Goldblatt + Singer, our goal is to advocate for the rights of accident victims so that they can receive justice and maximum financial compensation. To learn more about our firm and how we may be able to assist you, reach out to us today.
Jeff Singer, Managing Partner at Goldblatt + Singer for over a decade, is a seasoned personal injury attorney known for his compassionate yet tough advocacy. He has resolved hundreds of cases and recovered millions for clients. Recognized as a Missouri Super Lawyer and Top 100 National Trial Lawyer, Jeff also serves on the Missouri Bar’s Chief Disciplinary Committee and the Board of Governors for the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys.
This page has been created, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our thorough editorial guidelines. It was approved by our Founding Partner, Jeffrey Singer, who has over 30 years of experience as a personal injury attorney.
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