18-Wheeler Accident Lawyer in Arvada, Colorado

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In 2019, there were over 4,000 truck accidents in the United States. A semi-truck often weighs 20 to 30 times as much as passenger cars, which can cause serious, high-impact crashes and injuries for the occupants of smaller vehicles. After a truck accident, victims may be left with significant injuries, medical bills, car repairs, and pain and suffering.

The truck accident attorneys at Zinda Law Group have experience representing accident victims who have been involved in crashes with truck drivers; we have helped many successfully pursue the compensation they deserve. Call us today at (800)-863-5312 for a free attorney consultation with skilled Arvada 18-wheeler accident lawyers.

Common causes of 18-wheeler accidents in colorado

Semi-truck crashes often result in serious injuries or death due to the amount of damage that large trucks can cause. While a number of factors contribute to a crash, some of the most common causes of truck accidents in Colorado include the following:

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Impaired Driving

Drunk drivers are dangerous for other vehicles on the road, and intoxicated truck drivers are especially dangerous because of how large their vehicles are compared to the automobiles driven by other drivers around them. Intoxicated driving may result in weaving across lanes, quickly accelerating or decelerating, swerving, tailgating, or driving without headlights at night.

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Speeding

When drivers speed, they have less time to react. This means that a speeding truck will hit crash victims with a higher impact and can cause more severe injuries. In some cases, such as when trucks fail to slow down in snowy and icy conditions, truck drivers may still be considered to traveling at an unsafe speed if they are driving too fast for the weather conditions.

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Distracted Driving

It only takes a few seconds for truck drivers to respond to a text on their phone, but those few seconds can be fatal for crash victims. If a driver’s eyes are on a phone, then they’re not focused on the road or on the traffic around them.

Cole Gumm

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Truck Overloading

Semi-truck transportation weight limits are intended to prevent tire blowouts and many other accidents that can occur from an overloaded truck. When companies try to save money on transportation costs, they may overload their trucks, increasing the chances of a truck accident.

Poor Inspection

Before every trip, semi-truck drivers are required to inspect their vehicles. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration also requires that semi-trucks be inspected regularly and that records be kept documenting the inspection. When trucks are poorly inspected or not inspected at all, an error or damaged part that could have been fixed is not corrected; ignored errors can lead to accidents.

Exhaustion

Semi-truck drivers are allowed to drive for 14 consecutive hours after being off duty for 10 or more consecutive hours. When drivers violate this regulation and do not take the required rest time between shifts, they may become exhausted and drift across lane lines or fall asleep at the wheel.

Manufacturing Defects

In some cases, a defective product may be responsible for a semi-truck accident. When tires, brakes, or steering systems are designed or produced with defects, victims can be seriously injured in an accident.

Common Truck injuries

Truck accidents can leave victims with serious and life-altering injuries. Some of the most common types of injuries suffered by victims of truck accidents that our personal injury attorneys in Arvada have helped include:

Head Injuries
Broken Bones
Spinal Cord Damage
Back and Neck Injuries
Internal Injuries
Cuts and Bruises

What to do after aN 18-Wheeler accident

After leaving the scene of the accident, you may still feel shaken and overwhelmed about what to do next. The below steps outline what you should do in the days and weeks following your accident with a commercial truck or 18-wheeler.

1. Seek Medical Attention Promptly

If you do not receive medical treatment at the scene of the accident, visit your doctor as soon as possible to determine whether you need medical treatment. After you leave the hospital or doctor’s office, be sure to watch for any additional signs or symptoms that occur in the days following the accident. Don’t ignore these, because you can experience the effects of an accident several days after it happens.

2. Report the Accident Immediately

After an accident, you should report it to the police. The officer who responds to the scene of your accident will fill out an accident report. Be sure to obtain a copy of this report or ask how to access this report once it becomes available.

3. Document Your Damage

As soon as possible, be sure to take photos of the damage. This could include injuries you sustained in the accident and damage to your car. If any witnesses saw the accident occur, you should collect their information and contact details as well.

4. Notify Your Insurance Company

After you’ve been in a truck accident, your insurance company needs to be notified. In minor cases without any injuries, you can call your insurance company and notify them yourself. However, if any party is injured, it is best to call an experienced truck accident lawyer first.

Although it may be tempting to settle the accident with an insurance company right away, insurance companies operate to pay as little as possible. They may not offer an amount that is sufficient to cover your expenses; oftentimes their settlement offer does not reflect the true the value of your case.

When you talk to an insurance agent a day or two after an accident, you may not know the full extent of your injuries. Insurance agents may also record your phone call when speaking with you, hoping to find evidence that an accident was your fault. Insurance agents are trained to use leading questions, which may result in your giving an answer that doesn’t tell the full story; these recordings can be used in court to hurt your chances of recovering money from the other party.

5. Document Expenses Related to the Crash

It’s important that you keep track of all receipts and paperwork related to your accident. This could include hospital and doctor bills, physical therapy and rehabilitation costs, documented time taken off from work due to injuries, receipts for the repair or replacement of your car, and receipts for a rental car while yours is being repaired.

6. Speak with an Attorney

Our truck accident attorneys are here to help walk you through every step of the process. If retained, they will ensure you receive proper medical treatment, investigate the accident, interview witnesses, collect crash reports, negotiate with the insurance company, file a lawsuit, and go to trial if necessary.

At Zinda Law Group, our attorneys can help you determine the damages you are entitled to; if hired, they can help you pursue them. The amount of compensation you are eligible for will depend on the extent of your injuries and pain and suffering, the amount of your medical bills and lost wages, and the extent of the damage to your vehicle, among other things.

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$1,900,000

Personal Injury

Dog Bite

$2,682,500

Gas Explosion

Burns, torn meniscus, PTSD, anxiety, scarring, and possible nerve damage

$1,010,000

Motor Vehicle Collision

Back and Leg Injuries

$1,250,000

Motor Vehicle Collision

$1,250,000

Motor Vehicle Collision

Catastrophic Injury

$1,310,000

Motor Vehicle Collision

$1,400,000

Motor Vehicle Collision

Broken Bones

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What Compensation Can I Seek After a Truck Accident?

After a semi-truck accident, you may be able to seek compensation for medical bills, rehabilitation costs, and pain and suffering; you may also be able to recover the costs for car repairs and a rental car expenses while your car is being repaired. If you had to take time off from work due to your injuries, then you may be able to recover the wages you would have earned during that time. It is important that you save receipts and bills related to your car accident to help you seek the compensation you may be entitled to.

How Much Time Do I Have to File a Lawsuit?

If you were injured in a car accident in the Arvada area and want to file a lawsuit against the other party, you need to be aware of the time limits, or statutes of limitations, that are in place. In Colorado, you have three years from the date of your accident to file a claim for your injuries. However, it is best to contact a truck accident lawyer in Arvada as soon as possible to make sure you receive the money you deserve.

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Dania Barreras

Ashley was very helpful with my mom’s case from getting the doctor appointment to getting scheduled, she was also very fast at responding if I had any questions. Over all they did amazing with getting my moms case resolved.

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Very thorough and professional. Would definitely recommend!

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I have had great help from Team Jason. Not only guiding me but also responding my questions about my case.

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I will recommend the Zinda Law Group, because they easily to respond about your concerns and clarification in terms of handling your case, especially to Atty. Matt and Ms. Terri that incharge of my case. Thank you so much...Zindalaw Group

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Alexandria

I just wanted to say thank you so much to Ben Abbas and Neil Solomon. Since my fiance was hit by an 18-wheeler nearly lost his life and now struggles with persistent pain and has to use a cane on top of a litany of other health issues as a result of the accident, Ben and Neil fought hard on my fiance's case because it was a very complex case involving multiple parties. But not only did they fight hard for us on my fiance's case, when the man of the house and the breadwinner is unable to even walk without a walker for a little over a year and has had to spend two years fighting for disability, and as I've been supporting my fiance because that's what you do when you're loyal to who you love but it's difficult when you lose the breadwinner and they're not able to work, Ben and Neil helped us navigate the legal loan process and they have been instrumental in keeping us afloat. They always respond quickly often within a few minutes and get the paperwork processed almost every single time in the same day. We would have lost everything if it wasn't for them. We are so grateful for them and everything they have done for us. There are something like real life superheroes and if you're looking for a law firm from any kind of injury or accident, we strongly recommend them and Zinda Law Group. Because I can almost guarantee nobody will work harder for you than they will

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Martin Rosales

They were amazing to work with.

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Phoebe Currier

Kind caring lawyers. Quick to respond when called. They do but you first.

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Kimberly Beard

Zinda Law was very professional and helped me through every step of the process on a dog bite case. They were open and did not hesitate to answer any questions I had. Shivangi was very responsive as my attorney and even answered calls and texts during evening and weekend hours. I would definitely use them again - hopefully I won’t need to to!!

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CD Beeks

Team Matt and Terri are very knowledgeable and great at what they do. I would highly recommend connecting with them for all your legal needs.

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Highly recommend Team Evan and Priscilla for your legal case. They are very knowledgeable and efficient. Wonderful results.

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Jason and his team were awesome. I would 100% recommend him to anyone.

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Brenda Le

This law firm has made my recovery process so much easier!! They are very communicative throughout the whole process. I highly recommend them.

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Steve Gambler

Zinda Law Group fought hard for me

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Pamela Wisener

Thank you to Zinda Law Group especially Neil and Mara because you went the extra mile to get my suit finalized. I highly highly recommend Zinda Law Group

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Team Robert and Tiffany” are great at what they do, I would absolutely reccomend connecting with them for all your legal needs, they are hardworking, honest and very dependable individuals. I would highly recommend.

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Emet Martinez

I would recommend connecting with Team Danielle and Priscilla. They’re great at what they do and they are very helpful with your legal needs.

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Bobby Grissom

Cole and his team have worked hard to get the best out of a bad situation. There were some road blocks along the way, but the team was amazing.

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Isaac Martinez

Team Danielle and Priscilla are very knowledgeable and great at what they do. I would definitely recommend connecting with them for all your legal needs.

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Team Matt and Terri are hardworking, honest, and very dependable. I highly recommend them.

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Team Matt and Terri are great at what they do. I would absolutely recommend connecting with them for all your legal needs.

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Christianna Panzera

My experience working with this law firm was amazing. Neil really fought for me. Also, Mara kept in touch and was very knowledgeable about everything! I really appreciate how my case was handled. 5 stars!!!

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Leanne Sharrott

Neil Solomon and Mara Havis are an amazing team and treat you like you are family. We felt very comfortable entrusting Zinda Law Group with our claim and they exceeded our expectations. We would recommend them to anyone.

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Alexander Tumax

Thank you to Team Jason for everything. Highly recommend for an of you personal injury needs!

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Virginia Acker

“Team Jason has been amazing every step of the way, amazing personal injury attorney!”

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I’m so grateful to Team Jason for all the care and attention they showed me!

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Muy amables, te explican todo muy bien, están constantes en llamadas para saber cómo va tu caso

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Daniel Sanderson

Colin’s team at zinda law group went above and beyond what I was expecting

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Martin Parra

First time having to go through a personal injury claim. The Zinda law group made is super easy and helped every step of the way! Thanks Leah, Dave, and Cole!

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Kim Densman

Zinda Law Firm Group got me the absolute most settlement that I could have received . I was attacked by a dog and knocked down breaking my hip. They went to work on my case right away. They kept me updated with how the case was proceeding . And got my settlement in a very fast timely manner. I would refer them to everyone in need of a law firm .

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Raisa Hernandez

Having worked alongside Mara Havis professionally, I can tell you that her dedication to her clients is unmatched. She goes above and beyond as a paralegal to ensure great work is done for all of her cases. She is highly experienced in handling personal injury matters, and any client would be lucky to have her and the rest of Team Neil working on their case.

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Blanca Montijo

I’ve been with Zinda law group for a few years already, and they have been nothing but great to me. They keep me updated on my case every chance they get, and give me the attention and care needed. They helped me get through a rough time in my life, and settled my case. Highly recommend!

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Crystal Wright

They were prompt to the job! And really showed concern and took hold of the situation! They made the process alot smoother than I imagined!

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Federico Pérez perez

Team Colin has been amazing every step of the way, amazing personal injury attorney!

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Contact a lawyer who handles 18-wheeler accident cases

At Zinda Law Group, our Arvada attorneys have helped many crash victims get the compensation they deserved after they were hurt in truck accidents. We have the knowledge and resources to help our clients receive the compensation they may be entitled to for hospital bills, car damage, pain and suffering, and much more.

We believe an accident victim should never have to worry about being able to afford legal representation. That is why we offer 100% free consultations, and why you pay nothing unless we win your case. That’s our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.

If you have been injured in a truck accident, call Zinda Law Group at (800)-863-5312 to receive your free consultation with one of our experienced Arvada 18-wheeler accident attorneys.

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