Mississippi Truck Accident Attorneys
Injuries from a commercial truck accident tend to be more severe, because a semi-truck may weigh in excess of 10,000 lbs. or five tons. If you have been injured in a serious truck accident, or your loved one was killed by a negligent tractor trailer driver, you may be entitled to pursue compensation for your injuries.
For a free initial consultation, call the law office of James K. Wetzel in Gulfport, Mississippi, toll-free at 866-618-2280 or locally at 228-284-0920. Our attorney has been in practice for 30 years, and has built our personal injury law practice primarily by referrals from satisfied clients. For a free confidential appointment, contact our Gulfport, Mississippi, law office.
Understanding the Problem of Driver Negligence
Driver fatigue is often a contributing factor in many tractor trailer accidents. Many over-the-road truckers skip breaks or drive too many miles in order to make a delivery deadline. Under Department of Transportation safety regulations, a trucker may not drive more than 10 hours.
When a truck-car collision does occur, the driver of the car and the car's passenger often suffer catastrophic spinal cord injuries or even wrongful death. When we accept a truck accident claim, we launch a thorough investigation immediately. We look at all the potential causes of the accident, including:
- Driver error, including driving under the influence of prescription drugs
- Driver training
- Accident record of the shipping company, including trucking company liability
- Road hazards and road conditions on I-10 or I-55 at the time of the accident
- Safety inspections and maintenance of the semi
- Excessive speeds
Helping Our Clients Through a Tough Time
When a loved one is injured in a catastrophic truck accident on Highway 49, there are many important issues to consider, many at the same time. How will your family pay the bills if your loved one is out of work for a long time? Who will pay for the doctor, hospital and rehab services your loved one needs? Will your loved one recover from a Traumatic Brain Injury ?
At the law firm of James K. Wetzel & Associates, P.A., our attorney and staff are dedicated to providing compassionate, focused service to clients in need. We can help you evaluate your insurance coverage, including uninsured / underinsured motorist and help you or your loved one get critical medical care. When the injury is catastrophic, we pay particular attention to the injured's long-term care needs, which often involve disability and rehabilitation.
You Deserve Compensation for Your Losses
The law office of James K. Wetzel & Associates, P.A. is prepared to fight aggressively for money damages due to another driver's carelessness. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term care needs for our clients. In order to find out if you have a viable truck accident claim, please contact us today for a free confidential appointment with a skilled personal injury lawyer.
