
Driving on California highways and roads usually means sharing the road with 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, and other large trucks. Ask any car driver, bicyclist, or motorcyclist in Los Angeles, and they will tell you that driving close to a truck is always a nerve-wracking and stressful experience.
While the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) imposes strict rules and regulations on truck drivers and trucking companies, trucking accidents often occur in California and other states, causing thousands of fatalities across the country.
In 2020 alone, there were over 11,300 truck accidents in California. The collisions resulted in nearly 430 deaths and over 4,500 injuries. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident involving a big rig, 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, or another large truck, contact our Los Angeles truck accident attorneys at Titan Law Firm.
We represent victims of truck accidents in Los Angeles and throughout California. We are dedicated to helping injured victims and their families obtain the compensation to which they are entitled.
Causes of Truck Accidents
Because of their sheer size and weight, trucks pose a significant danger for other motorists in accidents involving passenger cars, pedestrians, bicycles, and motorcycles. When crashes involving big trucks occur, trucks can cause devastating damage to other vehicles and catastrophic injuries to their occupants.
Causes of truck crashes vary from one accident to another. Some of the most common reasons truck accidents happen in California include:
Causes of truck crashes vary from one accident to another. Some of the most common reasons truck accidents happen in California include:
Truck driver’s error | Fatigue and lack of sleep |
Distracted driving | Inadequate vehicle maintenance |
Overloaded trailers | Improperly secured cargo |
Driving under the influence | Adverse weather conditions |
Poor road conditions | Speeding |
Blind-spot accidents | Failure to yield the right of way |
Unsafe lane changes | Reckless driving |
Aggressive driving | Failure to maintain a safe following distance |
Improper reversing | Improper turns |
Improper passing |
No matter what caused your truck crash, it is advisable to contact a knowledgeable truck accident attorney to determine liability and discuss your compensation options.
Injuries in Truck Accidents
Statistically speaking, the vast majority (67%) of all people who die in truck accidents are occupants of other passenger cars and vehicles. Victims of truck crashes are likely to suffer the following injuries:
Spinal cord injuries | Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) |
Paralysis | Broken bones |
Fractures | Back and neck injuries |
Rib and torso injuries | Lacerations |
Loss of limb |
Regardless of the injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages and losses caused by negligence on the part of the truck driver, trucking company, or another liable party.
Who is Liable for Truck Accidents in Beverly Hills?
In many truck accident cases in California, there are multiple potentially at-fault parties. For this reason, determining liability for a truck crash may be a complicated matter necessitating the assistance of a knowledgeable attorney.
Depending on the circumstances of your truck crash, the following parties may bear responsibility for the accident:
- The truck driver. When a trucker’s error causes or contributed to a truck accident, the driver may be held liable for the resulting damages and losses incurred by other people.
- The trucking company. In many cases, trucking companies are held liable for accidents caused by their truckers, too.
- The manufacturer of the vehicle or its equipment. It is not uncommon for trucks to suffer a mechanical failure or contain a defect. When this happens, the manufacturer of the truck or its equipment may be held accountable for the damages and losses.
- The shipping company. In some cases, an injured person may bring a personal injury claim against the shipping company.
- The loading company. If the cargo was not properly loaded or secured, which eventually led to the accident, the injured victim might be able to hold the loading company liable for the collision.
- Other drivers. Truck drivers are not at fault in 100% of all crashes involving trucks. Other drivers may also be responsible for causing a collision that involved a big truck.
Contact an experienced attorney to help you determine fault in your truck accident in California. Our lawyers at Titan Law Firm have the necessary resources and expertise to help you determine liability and hold at-fault parties accountable for your losses and damages.
Proving Negligence in Beverly Hills Truck Accidents
In California, you can pursue compensation from the party who caused or contributed to your injuries and damages. However, you must demonstrate evidence to establish the following elements of negligence:
- The truck driver or another liable party owed a duty of care
- The defendant breached the duty of care
- The breach resulted in your injury and monetary damages
A skilled attorney will help you gather all the available pieces of evidence to prove negligence in your truck accident case. Your lawyer may need the following types of evidence to prove that the other party involved in your crash was negligent:
- Witness statements
- Photos and videos taken at the scene of the crash
- Electronic control modules (ECMs)
- Electronic logging device
- Truck cameras
- The trucking company’s records regarding hiring and supervision of truckers
These and other types of evidence can be used to prove that you are entitled to compensation. Contact a Los Angeles truck accident attorney to discuss your particular situation and decide on the best legal strategy in your case.
Why You Need a Los Angeles Truck Accident Attorney
If you have been injured in a truck accident, you need an attorney to help you pursue compensation for the following damages and losses:
Medical bills | Loss of income |
Pain and suffering | Loss of enjoyment of life |
Property damage | Loss of earning capacity |
Emotional distress | And others |
At Titan Law Firm, our lawyers represent clients in complex personal injury cases. We have a reputation for obtaining outstanding settlements and verdicts for our clients through successful representation and zealous advocacy.

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