Hartford Truck Accident Lawyers
No Case Is Too Tough for Our 18-Wheeler Accident Team in Hartford, CT
Trucking companies are notorious for making things difficult for truck accident claimants. They do not want to pay a dime in compensation if they can avoid it, so they put up a fight in every way they can manage. If you need to file a truck accident claim or you have already started one, then you should prepare your case for anything with the help of our 18-wheeler accident attorney in Hartford at RisCassi & Davis, P.C..
We’re a team of Hartford truck accident attorneys who are backed by decades of legal experience. Our firm first opened in 1955, so you can be confident that we know all about personal injury cases, liability laws, and more. Take our experience and use it to your advantage by allowing us to manage your case on your behalf.
Initial consultations are free, and we offer contingency fees. Pursuing compensation with our truck accident lawyers in Hartford is virtually risk-free.
On This Page:
- Common Causes of Truck Accidents
- What Are Different Types of Truck Accidents?
- Who Is Liable in a Truck Accident Case?
- Can You Settle Your Truck Accident Claim?
- What Is a Fair Truck Accident Settlement?
- What Can a Hartford Truck Accident Lawyer Do for You?
- Fatal Truck Accident Lawsuits
- File a Claim Today!
- Recommended Reading
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
While big rig accidents can be caused by some of the same errors as passenger vehicle accidents, there are some additional risk factors that make truck crashes more deadly when they do occur.
Some of the most common causes of semi-truck accidents include:
- Distracted, fatigued, or impaired driving
- Lack of training or experience
- Speeding
- Aggressive driving or poor judgment
- Passenger vehicles driving dangerously around large trucks
Whether your accident happened on I-84, I-91, or another route, our truck accident attorney in Hartford can thoroughly investigate your case to determine liability and pursue the compensation you're entitled to.
What Are Different Types of Truck Accidents?
Due to their size and structure, semi-truck accidents differ from regular car accidents in many ways.
In general, some of the most common types of truck accidents include:
- Jackknife accidents: A trailer swings outward after sudden braking or turning, causing the truck to fold at the hitch.
- Rollover accidents: If a truck goes around a turn too quickly or changes lanes suddenly, it may roll.
- Blind spot accidents: A collision happens when a vehicle travels in one of the truck's large blind spots.
- Underride accidents: A smaller vehicle becomes trapped beneath the truck or trailer during a collision.
- Cargo accidents: Improperly secured cargo shifts or falls onto the roadway, creating a hazard for other motorists.
- Wide-turn accidents: A truck strikes another vehicle after swinging into an adjacent lane while making a turn.
No matter what type of accident you were involved in, our tractor-trailer accident lawyer in Hartford can support you throughout your case.
Who Is Liable in a Truck Accident Case?
A liable party in a personal injury claim is the one who caused the accident and, therefore, should be the one who pays for the damages. In your truck accident case, you might be surprised to find that there is more than one liable party.
When our big rig accident lawyer in Hartford is working on your case, we can investigate the cause of your truck accident to identify all liable parties and file claims against them. Oftentimes, we only need to file one claim that names all the defendants, who can then fight among themselves to determine who should put in what effort to challenge your claim.
The parties who could be liable for your truck accident might include:
- Truck driver: The driver may be liable if distracted, impaired, reckless, or otherwise negligent driving caused the collision.
- Trucking company: The company may be responsible if poor hiring practices, inadequate training, or safety violations contributed to the accident.
- Mechanic: A mechanic may be liable if negligent maintenance or repairs played a role in the crash.
- Loading crew: The loading crew may be responsible if improperly loaded or unsecured cargo contributed to the accident.
- Truck manufacturer: A manufacturer may be liable if a defective vehicle or component caused or contributed to the collision.
What Sets Us Apart
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Significant Honors & Recognition
In our 70+ years of experience, we have received both national & regional recognition for our handling of injury cases, and many honors from our legal colleagues.
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An Expert Team Approach
We have an extensive national network of experts available to us in the fields of medicine, engineering, traffic safety, accident reconstruction, and more – each available to work on your case should it require their expertise.
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Over Half a Billion Dollars RecoveredWe've taken hundreds of cases to trial and we've won some of the largest personal injury verdicts and settlements in Connecticut history.
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Board-Certified Trial LawyersOur seven attorneys who have achieved this honor demonstrated they have the training & depth of experience to help you get the best possible outcome for your case.
Can You Settle Your Truck Accident Claim?
Trucking companies don't want to hurt their wallets by paying you compensation after a crash, but they also do not want to hurt their reputations. When a truck collision case goes to court for litigation, it becomes a public record. Details of the case will end up in news headlines, which could look bad for the company if the public sides with the plaintiff.
To keep cases out of the courtroom and the public eye, trucking companies do agree to settle most truck accident claims. Settlements are confidential, and they give the defendant some control over how much they pay the claimant. Also, reaching a settlement is usually less expensive and time-consuming because no court fees need to be paid.
Whether your case settles depends largely on the strength of your claim. If the trucking company and its insurer believe your case is weak, they may fight you to the end and hope you give up your case before going to court. To strengthen your claim without stressing yourself out, put our truck accident lawyer in Hartford in charge of it.
What Is a Fair Truck Accident Settlement?
An ideal settlement will cover any expenses that you experienced as a result of your accident (medical bills, vehicle repairs, missed work, etc.). In some cases, if you suffered catastrophic injuries, you should be able to recover compensation for pain and suffering as well. Your settlement may range anywhere from several thousand to over a million, depending on the severity of your injuries.
What Can a Hartford Truck Accident Attorney Do for You?
You might be wondering why you should bother hiring a Hartford big rig lawyer to fight your case for you.
Here are several things a Hartford tractor-trailer accident attorney in Hartford can do to help you win your case:
- Compile evidence to support your case
- Obtain supporting testimony from accident professionals
- Calculate a fair settlement amount, including financial damages and pain and suffering
- Negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf
- Handle the paperwork and court proceedings so that you can rest and recover
In many cases, our 18-wheeler accident lawyer in Hartford will also coordinate with your treating doctors and, when appropriate, medical professionals at facilities such as Hartford Hospital or Saint Francis Hospital to fully document your injuries, future care needs, and how the truck crash has affected your daily life.
Fatal Truck Accident Lawsuits
Sadly, not everyone survives serious tractor-trailer accidents. In 2024 alone, there were 5,340 fatalities related to large trucking accidents, the majority of which were passenger vehicle occupants, pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists. If you have lost a loved one in a commercial truck accident, you may have grounds for pursuing a wrongful death claim to recover compensation for things like burial expenses, loss of income, loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and more. Reach out to our tractor-trailer accident lawyers in Hartford today for help.
70 Years of Legal Experience At-the-Ready
Our truck accident attorneys in Hartford have 70 years of collective legal experience, which is far more than most law firms in Connecticut can hope to claim. With so much hanging in the balance when your truck accident case is pending, shouldn’t you trust matters to a team with our experience? We think so, and we think you’ll agree after a FREE initial consultation.
Dial (860) 245-2412 to schedule your free consultation at your earliest convenience. Let our dedicated truck accident attorney in Hartford, CT, support you.
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