Trucking Accidents

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Under Oklahoma law, there can be multiple parties that can be held responsible (liable) for trucking negligence. There can be several causes of action to consider as well. Some of these considerations include:

• Truck Drivers. Was the driver of the truck violating any driving laws or other laws? Was the driver being reckless, or failing to follow safety regulations (i.e., rest, medications, etc.)
• Trucking Companies. A trucking company can be liable for failure to train, negligent hiring, or negligent operation of its trucks.
• Cargo Loaders. Was there any improper loading that contributed to the accident?
• The Manufactures of the Vehicle or its Parts.
• Maintenance Providers. There is a requirement to maintain trucks in a safe working order. Failure to do so, may result in liability.  

This process and investigation can be complex and difficult to navigate. Woodson & Goodwin has the experience and understanding required for these types of claims. Contact Woodson & Goodwin for a free consultation.

A collision with a large commercial truck and a small vehicle can lead to a very traumatic result. If you are seriously injured, you need to get the assistance of paramedics and emergency personnel as soon as possible. If you have the ability, or if someone you know, can get any of the following, this will have a great impact on your claim: 

• Call police or highway patrol to report the collision
• Take photos of all the vehicles involved in the collision
• Take photos of the scene, including any traffic construction, signs, or signals.
• Get the contact information of the truck driver and the trucking company
• Get the contact information of any other involved driver(s) and eyewitnesses
• Accept ambulance transport to a hospital
• Give the medical providers a detailed explanation of what happened addressing all of your injuries
• Follow the orders and directions of your doctors for further follow up care and treatment.

Once you have had an opportunity, gather the police report, photos, and any other relevant information, and contact Woodson & Goodwin for a free consultation. The sooner you are able to speak to an attorney, the stronger your claim will become. Let us fight for you. 

Whenever a “truck” is involved in a collision many people assume these are just involving an 18-wheeler or semi-truck. There are other examples of commercial trucks that can also be involved in these trucking collisions:

• Commercial 18-Wheelers
• Retail vehicles for major stores (i.e., Target, Wal-mart, Dillards)
• FedEx, UPS, DHL, and other delivery vehicles
• Oil Tanker Trucks
• Dump Trucks
• Tow Trucks
• Utility vehicles
• Cement Trucks
• Full-size Pickups and Full-size Pickups with Trailers

If you or a loved one are involved in a collision with any of these types of trucks, it is imperative to call and discuss your claim with Woodson & Goodwin. There can be many moving pieces to these types of claims. You need someone with experience and understanding of these claims. Contact Woodson & Goodwin for a free consultation.