Trucking Accidents Attorney in Chicago, IL

If you have sustained injuries due to a reckless truck driver or trucking company in Chicago or elsewhere in Illinois, you need to call the trucking accidents attorney of Burger Law immediately at (312) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free consultation. Our trucking accidents attorney team has dedicated their careers to helping the injured and vulnerable in Chicago and throughout Illinois collect fair compensation for all of their damages.

When someone else’s negligent behavior leaves you injured, you should not have to face the prospect of accumulating medical expenses, lost wages and months or years of pain and suffering alone. We stand in your corner the entire way, from our initial compensation to the final verdict or settlement. Our trucking accidents attorney team has seen just how devastating truck accidents can be for Chicago and Illinois individuals and families. We fight earnestly for justice and to make sure you receive what you are rightfully owed.

In over 20 years, our trucking accidents attorney team has won our Chicago and Illinois clients over $170 million in verdicts and settlements. When you hire us, we start the investigation process immediately and work tirelessly until you get the compensation you deserve. We handle every legal aspect of your case so that you can focus on healing and becoming whole again. Call us today at (312) 500-HURT or fill out our online form.

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How Are Chicago Truck Accidents Different Than Car Accidents?

Truck accidents are far more dangerous than car accidents, especially for people in smaller, passenger vehicles. Just by sheer size, the destruction a truck can cause in an accident, at any speed, is alarming, but particularly so at highway speeds. On average trucks are 20-30 times heavier and take 20 to 40 percent longer to stop than passenger vehicles.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reported that in 2019 there were 164,731 crashes that involved large trucks, which resulted in 5,074 deaths and 81,272 injuries. Despite making up just 2.4 percent of total motor vehicle traffic crashes, truck accidents accounted for 15.3 percent of total fatalities and 4.2 percent of all injuries, according to crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Seventy-two percent of people killed in large truck crashes are occupants of other vehicles. The economic costs of being injured in a truck crash are often staggering, and that is why Burger Law’s trucking accidents attorney team in Chicago and Illinois has dedicated its career to securing maximum compensation for their clients in Chicago and throughout Illinois.

If you have been injured in a truck crash because of somebody else’s reckless behavior, call the Chicago-based Illinois trucking accidents attorney at Burger Law today at (312) 500-HURT or fill out our online form to discuss your legal options.

Can a Chicago Trucking Accidents Attorney Get Me Compensation if I Was Partially at Fault?

Can a Chicago Trucking Accidents Attorney Get Me Compensation if I Was Partially at Fault?

It is common in any auto vehicle accident for multiple parties to share blame. Illinois is a “modified” comparative negligence state, meaning that you can recover compensation as long as you are deemed 50 percent or less at fault for the accident.

The compensation you receive will be lower the more liable you are for the accident. If you were found 40 percent liable, then you would only receive 60 percent of your damages. Insurance companies often try to shift blame for an accident onto a plaintiff in an effort to lower your payout. The Chicago and Illinois trucking accidents attorney at Burger Law has the experience and expert negotiation skills to fight back against insurance companies who are unfairly trying to blame you for your truck crash injuries.

What Are the Causes of Chicago Trucking Accidents?

Like any Chicago and Illinois car accident, each crash is unique and has its own set of circumstances. Trucking accidents can have a variety of contributing factors. They can frequently lead to multi-vehicle accidents in which more than one driver being at fault. Burger Law’s Chicago trucking accidents attorney team will fully investigate every aspect of your case to determine every liable party and hold them accountable. Below is some more information on what causes truck crashes and who may be liable.

Driver Error in Chicago Trucking Accidents

In its landmark large truck crash causation study, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration found that “driver reasons” accounted for the main cause in 87 percent of trucking accidents nationwide. Some instances of driver error in trucking accidents are:

• Distracted driving, such as:
  • Texting and driving
  • Looking at directions
  • Eating or drinking
  • Smoking or chewing tobacco
  • Being preoccupied or daydreaming
  • Looking at something on the side of the road
• Speeding or driving too fast for weather conditions
• Drunk driving or drug impaired driving
• Not accounting for road conditions
• Overcompensating for road conditions
• Making illegal maneuvers

Distracted driving is a leading contributor to Chicago and Illinois trucking accidents as 71 percent of truck crashes happened when the driver was doing something besides driving the truck. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration banned texting and driving for drivers of commercial vehicles, but unfortunately, as with drivers of Chicago and Illinois passenger cars, sometimes truck drivers break the rules. When they do and they injure you as a result, the Chicago-based Illinois trucking accidents attorney of Burger Law will stand by your side and insist that you are fully compensated for all of your damages.

Other Causes of Chicago Trucking Accidents

Other Causes of Chicago Trucking Accidents

Burger Law’s Chicago trucking accidents attorney team has seen a lot of truck crashes. We have found that they are rarely cut and dry, and there are often several contributing factors for a trucking accident in Chicago. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration lists over 1,000 “associated factors” related to trucking accidents, meaning conditions that were present at the time of the crash. Your Burger Law trucking accidents attorney in Chicago has seen every type of truck crash and knows how to determine liability. Here are some other common causes of trucking accidents:

• Improper Loading. The shipping company is responsible for loading the truck’s cargo with equal weight distribution and not overloading it. Improperly loading the truck can lead to rollover accidents. If your truck crash was caused by negligent loading practices, a Burger Law Chicago trucking accidents attorney will help you make a claim against the at-fault shipping company.
• Poor maintenance. A large truck crash study by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, negligent maintenance is a contributing factor in 40 percent of trucking accidents. Examples can include failed brakes, electrical problems, burst tires and more. Brake problems were an associated factor in 27 percent of trucks in trucking accidents, contrasted with just 2 percent in cars. Illinois, Chicago and Federal Law requires pre-trip and yearly inspections carried out by the driver and trucking company or third party, respectively.
• Driver Fatigue. Thirteen percent of trucking accidents involved driver fatigue as an associated factor. The same study found that pressure from management was a leading reason for drivers to try and drive more hours than they were able.
• Another driver. In accidents between trucks and passenger cars, trucks were the cause of a trucking accident only 44 percent of the time. The other crashes were caused by a passenger car. If you are in a multi-car accident, you may be able to file a claim against the driver of a Chicago or Illinois passenger car as you normally would after a car accident.

Trucking accidents in Chicago and throughout Illinois are complicated, and in the immediate aftermath of a truck crash injury you are likely feeling vulnerable and confused. You are probably wondering how the accident could have happened to you and who you can hold accountable for your injuries. A Chicago-based trucking accidents attorney of Burger Law has seen every type of truck crash and knows exactly how to determine who is liable in a truck accident and prove negligence in your case.

What Do I Do After a Chicago Truck Accident?

Our Chicago-based trucking accidents attorney team recommends taking several steps immediately after being injured in a crash to ensure your safety and the best possible outcome in your case:

• Make sure you are safe
• Call the police
• Document the scene
• Get Medical Attention
• Call Burger Law at (312) 500-HURT

To guarantee that insurance companies and large Chicago or Illinois corporations treat you fairly, and to secure a full financial recovery for you case, call a trucking accidents attorney at Burger Law today at (312) 500-HURT or fill out our online form.

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Trucking accidents can cause substantial damage and do a lot of harm to you and your loved ones. If you have been injured in a truck accident in Chicago or Illinois, you are likely feeling physically, financially and emotionally vulnerable. At Burger Law, our trucking accidents attorney team knows how you feel and knows how to help. We offer devoted, compassionate, skilled and tenacious legal representation to the injured individuals and families in Chicago and throughout Illinois. There is no reason to wait another second to start on the path to getting the justice and maximum compensation you deserve.

Call Burger Law’s Chicago trucking accidents attorney immediately at (312) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free consultation. We do not collect any fees until our Chicago trucking accidents attorney wins your case.

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Juanita Matthews

Year of 2023

This law firm is absolutely amazing. They took on my case, when nobody else would! They fought hard for me when it seemed there was no hope. They kept me informed and always asked for my input before making decisions on my case. Gary puts himself into every case unlike most law firm owners. Gary and his team really care about every one of their clients, and fights hard to get you a fair settlement. They actually won my case out of court, and then reduced my fees to make sure I could get my car fixed and be able to get back to some normality. I would recommend Burger Law over and above any other firm! If you go somewhere else you aren’t getting the best!

Shaunda S.

7 months ago

I am very happy with the staff at Burger Law. I mostly worked with Michael Sheldon, and he did an amazing job. I trusted him completely with my case, and he did not disappoint. I would definitely recommend this team if your ever in need of good attorneys.

Emelia M.

3 months ago

Burger Law Firm is fantastic. Laura and Genevieve were so amazing and helpful throughout the entire process. They helped me with my personal injury case every step of the way and succeeded at getting me the results I desired.

Helen L.

a year ago

We had a great experience with Burger Law for representing us after a serious car accident. Truly impressed by how professional and supportive the entire team is. And, many thanks to Genavieve and Laura – you are amazing!

Judy M.

a year ago

They did an amazing job on my case! Communication with them was great!!! Kept me informed and in the loop with everything that was going on!!! Will definitely be the 1st ones I’ll call if ever I’m in another accident!!! Thank you very much!!!

Chelsea C.

5 months ago

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David D.

2 months ago

Absolutely the best law firm in the St. Louis area. No matter the size of your case you are treated as if you are the only client on the roster. Will explain anything thoroughly and they work around your availability. Very impressed and appreciative of the service.

Lisa B.

11 months ago

Gary and Casey took great care of me for 2.5 years as my lawsuit was finally settled. I feel he helped me achieve justice for me and my 4 children after their father died from medical malpractice and neglect. Thanks to Gary, my kids now have a great start to their college and adult lives. Thank you Gary and Casey, for fighting for us so hard at our most trying and difficult time in our lives thus far. Love and God bless from my family to yours!

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