Trucking Accidents: Living a Nightmare

MDP_Headshots_MichaelPonce

Imagine you’re on the interstate driving in your lane at a reasonable speed, when all of a sudden, something hits you with the force of 80,000 lb. Sound like a nightmare? For those who have seen that story play out in their real lives, they wish it was just a nightmare. Tractor-trailers can carry up to 40 tons of weight and generate enough speed on the open road to crush a car in a fraction of a second.

When a truck driver’s careless or negligent driving causes a serious accident, you would think the trucking company would do the right thing and take care of the injured, but that’s not always the case. Those who are lucky enough to survive an accident involving a tractor-trailer often find themselves in a battle with the trucking company’s insurance company to get the compensation they deserve. And without an experienced lawyer on their side to help, that may be a battle they can’t win.

If you’ve been injured in a trucking accident, give us a call immediately for a free consultation. The trucking company has teams of lawyers protecting its best interests, which is to minimize your claim. Even up the fight by putting our experienced Nashville truck accident attorneys on your side. We’ll stand up to the big insurance company to protect your rights and fight to get you every dollar you deserve. Don’t try to go it alone. Call us today.

RELATED ARTICLES

Trucking Companies Face Charges in Connection With Negligent Operation
September 16, 2013 The Nashville Truck Accident Lawyers with Ponce Law explain that commercial transportation companies have a responsibility to ensure the safety of the vehicles the operate. Failure to...
The Role of Load Shifts in Truck Accidents
The Role of Load Shifts in Truck Accidents
Trucks play a crucial role in our economy, transporting essential goods across vast distances. Yet, their immense size and the weight of their cargo bring about unique challenges. One such...
Safety Tips for Driving Near Semi-Trucks
Safety Tips for Driving Near Semi-Trucks
Navigating the roads alongside semi-trucks can be an intimidating experience for many drivers. These massive vehicles, vital for transporting goods across the country, present unique challenges for both their drivers...
OUR REVIEWS
I’d highly recommend Ponce Law for personal injury claims! Our paralegal, Barbi, was always very responsive to my calls, knowledgeable to provide answers to my questions and made me feel like she really cared about us as individuals, which I truly appreciated!! I hope we never need personal injury representation ag...
- Michelle Uhles
I was in a bad wreck and tried to handle everything on my own at first, but the insurance company kept giving me the runaround. I realized I needed legal help and finally decided to call Ponce Law, and I’m so thankful I did. David and Kayla fought incredibly hard for me and were able to secure a settlement that allo...
- LO DWN
I had a great experience with Ponce Law when applying for my Social Security Disability benefits. Agnese was very helpful and knowledgeable, answered my questions and walked through the entire process with me. I was approved pretty quickly and will recommend them to anyone applying for disability!
- Patty Agee
FREE CASE REVIEW