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(314) 500-HURTWe fight back against the bulliesIf you have been injured in a truck crash because of somebody else’s negligence, call the Burger Law trucking accidents attorney now at 312-500-HURT or fill out our online form.
In today’s world, large trucks and trucking companies are vital for the shipment of goods and a healthy Chicago and Illinois economy. However, there may be nothing on the Chicago and Illinois roads more dangerous than an 18-wheeler with defective parts or someone behind the wheel who is unfit to be driving. When someone else’s negligence causes you injury, trust in the knowledgeable and accomplished trucking accidents lawyer team of Burger Law based in Chicago to deliver the compensation you deserve. We offer compassionate, dedicated and expert legal counsel to the injured and vulnerable residents of Chicago and throughout Illinois. To date, we have won our clients over $170 million in verdicts and settlements.
For over 20 years, the Chicago-based Illinois trucking accidents lawyer at Burger Law has taken on the tough cases and fought for the rights of our injured clients. We have seen firsthand the devastation that a truck crash injury can wreak on Chicago and Illinois individuals and families. The physical, financial and emotional toll an injury can take on you can be staggering. It can be especially painful when you were injured through no fault of your own. You deserve justice and a full and fair financial recovery for the harm that somebody else’s thoughtless or reckless actions caused you. Call Burger Law today at 312-500-HURT or contact us online for a free consultation and to start on your road to recovery.
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As of 2020, there were over 70,000 licensed truck drivers in Illinois according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, making it one of the top 15 trucking states in the nation. In 2020 there were 9,966 truck crashes that involved injury or death in the state, according to the 2020 Illinois Crash Facts and Statistics report.
If you were injured because a Chicago or Illinois truck driver or trucking company broke the rules and disregarded your safety, call a Chicago trucking accidents lawyer at Burger Law today. We fight the hard cases and secure maximum compensation for the injured residents of Chicago and throughout Illinois.
Truck accidents are far more dangerous than car accidents, especially for people in smaller, passenger vehicles. On average trucks are 20 to 30 times heavier and take 20 to 40 percent longer to stop than passenger cars. That means they exert a tremendous amount of force in collisions and that reaction time is considerably slower to events like traffic jams, accidents on the road ahead or weather conditions. Their size also means that they can be harder to avoid and are likely to hit more cars if the driver loses control of the truck. The Chicago and Illinois trucking accidents lawyer of Burger Law has seen firsthand how truck crashes can be incredibly destructive.
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 lawyer in Chicago has spent their life securing maximum compensation for their clients in Chicago and throughout Illinois.
Holding negligent drivers and companies accountable
The liable party may be the truck driver, the trucking company, a shipping company, a mechanic, a manufacturer or some combination thereof:
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. If a Chicago or Illinois truck driver’s negligent or reckless driving causes you injury, the Chicago trucking accidents lawyer of Burger Law will help hold them responsible. Examples of driver error include:
Truck drivers speed and drink and drive far less than other drivers; however, there will unfortunately always be Chicago or Illinois truck drivers out there that break the rules of the road and jeopardize your safety. When that happens, the consequences can be devastating. If a negligent Illinois truck driver caused you injuries, the Burger Law trucking accidents lawyer team in Chicago will hold them accountable and ensure you receive maximum compensation.
Trucking companies also have a responsibility to keep us safe on the road. There are strict requirements for Commercial Driver’s Licenses in Illinois, and anybody who operates a commercial vehicle must meet them. If a Chicago or Illinois trucking company hires a driver without the proper licensure, or even worse, hires someone with a long history of traffic violations or a criminal background, they have engaged in negligent hiring practices. The responsibility of safe truck driving starts with the employer, and if they eschew that responsibility and cause you injury, the Chicago-based Illinois truck accidents lawyer of Burger Law will make sure they know the harm they have caused and make them pay you a full recovery.
In addition to hiring safe drivers, any Chicago or Illinois trucking company must ensure the safety of their vehicles. Because large trucks often drive hundreds of thousands of miles a year, they can break down rapidly. Illinois and Federal Law requires pre-trip and yearly inspections carried out by the driver and trucking company or third party, respectively. If any defective or unsafe part or component is discovered, the truck must not be driven until the issue is resolved. Brake problems were an associated factor in 27 percent of trucks in trucking accidents, contrasted with just 2 percent in cars.
Lastly, Chicago and Illinois trucking companies must ensure that they are not overworking their drivers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has a Hours of Service Guide for Truck Drivers that must be met. 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. Nine percent of truck crashes had work-related pressure as an associated factor.
If a Chicago or Illinois trucking company disregarded your safety, trust in the Chicago-based trucking accidents lawyer of Burger Law to hold them accountable. Trucking companies have expensive insurance policies and will try to devalue your claim however they can. Burger Law has been standing up to bullies like resistant insurance companies and large Chicago and Illinois corporations for over 20 years and will demand they give you maximum compensation for your injuries.
Cargo must be properly loaded onto trucks in order to ensure safety. Overloaded trucks or trucks with unequal weight distribution are prone to rollover accidents. Improperly loaded cargo can also spill onto Chicago or Illinois streets and cause a multi-vehicle collision. Overweight trucks also have increased stopping times which limits the driver’s ability to respond to conditions or hazards on the road.
Manufacturers have an obligation to safely design and test their products and recall any components when they find them to be dangerous or defective. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that a recall is necessary when a vehicle or vehicle equipment “does not comply with a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard.” Failure to do so is product liability. Your Chicago-based Illinois trucking accidents lawyer at Burger Law has seen every type of personal injury case and knows how to win you maximum compensation regardless of the circumstances of your truck crash injury.
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 even if you were partially at fault for the accident, to an extent.
According to 735 ILCS 5/2-1116, you may not receive compensation if you are found to be over 50 percent responsible for the accident. The compensation you receive will be lower the more liable you are for the accident. If you were found 30 percent liable, then you would only receive 70 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 lawyer 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.
We offer free consultations and are available 24/7 to take your call. Live chat, text, and virtual meetings are available.
When you experience a devastating truck accident injury, you usually need help to be made a whole again. The Chicago-based Illinois trucking accidents lawyer at Burger Law has your back and will fight by your side to get you the best possible compensation you are entitled to. For two decades we have stood up to bullies like resistant insurance companies and large trucking corporations to help protect our clients’ futures and put them on the road to recovery. You do not need to face daunting medical expenses and physical and emotional pain alone. Call Burger Law now at 312-500-HURT or fill out our online form.
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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!
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.
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.
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!
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!!!
5 months ago Let me tell you something about Burger Law.. they are so attentive and kind. Jennifer is my savior!! I love the whole team!!! They are truly a miracle team!! I appreciate their business and would recommend it to others.
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.
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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Genevieve and Laura have assisted me in my personal injury claim and have made the process so much less stressful. They are extremely knowledgeable, professional, and attentive. Laura is always on top of everything and very sweet. I had no idea how to navigate this process and they have made me feel at ease and like they truly cared about the outcome.
It has been a long 4 years, but it is finally over! Burger law did a great job handling my case. Grant Doty answered all my questions, promptly returned my phone calls, frequently kept me updated and insured me that he was fighting for me. Jennifer Zini also did a wonderful job, great customer service. It was pleasure getting to know the Burger Law team!
After a driver unexpectedly pulled out right in front of my motorcycle & I suffered injuries, the at-fault driver’s insurance company offered me a $10,000 settlement. I hired Burger Law & they won a $109,000 settlement. I was very happy with the outcome. They were easy to work with & fully explained each step of the process & kept me informed along the way.
At Burger Law | St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer, we are a team of personal injury attorneys who have earned many distinctions and peer-reviewed awards for our civil litigation and trial work in Missouri and Illinois. A few of the honors we have earned include the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Top 100 Trial Lawyer Award, a Martindale-Hubbell AV rating, Super Lawyers selection as one of the top attorneys in the field of personal injury and board certifications in Civil Litigation.
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Gary Burger who has more than 30 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney. Gary’s robust legal knowledge is recognized by his peers as demonstrated by his industry awards and frequent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) lectures.
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