Fatal Truck Accident Attorneys

A fatal truck accident can leave families struggling with grief and financial stress, understandably searching for answers. When such tragedies occur, families of the deceased need the right support to get through the legal system and secure justice. 

Over the past three decades, families and individuals who have suffered devastating losses have turned to the fatal truck accident lawyers at Stewart J. Guss Injury Lawyers for legal representation in difficult times. Our firm stands out due to our commitment to excellence, consistently winning substantial settlements for our clients in fatal crash cases. 

If you need legal support following a wrongful death in your immediate family, consult our team today for a no-cost review of your case. Someone is available to answer your call 24/7.

What Kind of Fatal Accidents Do We Handle?

Regardless of how a truck accident happens, the chances of a fatal outcome are high because commercial trucks are far larger and heavier than other vehicles. Passenger cars on the road can rarely withstand a truck collision, which is why the large majority of fatalities in truck crashes involve passenger vehicle occupants. 

At Stewart J. Guss Injury Lawyers, we know that many types of truck collisions can end in tragedy. Our truck accident attorneys can handle fatal crash cases involving the following fatal crashes, among others:

• Head-on collisions. These involve a truck colliding directly with another vehicle, which often results in fatal injuries due to the huge force of impact.
• Rear-end crashes. Trucks striking smaller vehicles from behind can crush or destroy passenger vehicles, leading to fatalities.
• Rollover accidents. Truck rollovers can possibly crush other vehicles or cause multi-car pileups, which often result in deadly injuries.
• Jackknife accidents. A truck’s trailer swinging out of control can lead to devastating crashes, particularly on busy highways.
• Underride accidents. These crashes happen when smaller vehicles slide underneath a truck’s trailer, often with fatal consequences.

We investigate the nature of the accident to determine what happened, who was to blame, and identify liability. Our legal team has the resources to dig deep into truck black box data and other technical evidence to uncover the truth and seek justice for you and your loved one.

Causes of Fatal Truck Accidents

Reports indicate that the critical reason for truck fatalities was driver error, accounting for 87 percent of total crashes. There are many potential driver errors, including: 

• Driver fatigue: Truck drivers may drive for prolonged hours where fatigue catches up with them. Fatigue leads to drowsiness, which reduces the ability to drive safely. 
• Distracted driving: This involves a truck driver getting distracted by something either inside or outside the truck, including using handheld devices or eating and drinking.
• Speeding or reckless driving: Excessive speed makes it more difficult to stop a semi-truck or maintain control. Further, when truck drivers act recklessly behind the wheel of an 80,000-pound loaded vehicle, it can easily result in deadly collisions.

Other common reasons for truck accidents include: 

• Poor truck maintenance
• Improper loading, which makes trucks unstable and increases loss of control
• Driving too fast for the conditions
• Lack of training or supervision of risky drivers
• Prescription and over-the-counter drug abuse

Uncovering the cause of a fatal truck accident is key to building a winning truck accident case. You must know the cause of the accident to determine who should be liable, including the truck driver and trucking company. When you put your case in the hands of Stewart J. Guss Injury Lawyers, we will analyze all relevant facts of the crash to determine the cause and liable parties.

How Does a Fatal Truck Accident Lawyer Help With Your Wrongful Death Claim?

Fatal truck crashes are often a financial disaster for the surviving family members, in addition to their emotional distress. A study by the FMCSA determined the average cost of a fatal truck accident to be over $7 million dollars. With such huge financial implications of fatal truck crash cases, having a fatal truck accident lawyer is critical when filing a wrongful death lawsuit to seek compensation.  

First, a truck accident lawyer from Stewart J. Guss Injury Lawyers will investigate the accident, review police reports, and analyze technical evidence to determine liability. We will see to it that every relevant detail is considered to build a strong wrongful death claim.

We will identify all responsible parties, which is critical to securing maximum compensation. It is common for several parties to share liability in truck crash cases, such as:

• Trucking companies
• Truck or parts manufacturers
• Truck drivers
• Other vehicle drivers 
• Other third parties, such as cargo loaders

Dealing with the trucking companies’ insurers and their legal counsel is difficult, especially when they try to minimize your claim. Our attorneys will communicate with adjusters and protect the best interests of your family throughout every step of the process.

Our attorneys fully understand Texas wrongful death laws and how to apply them to your case. We will determine the full extent of the recoverable damages under the law, such as:

• Funeral expenses 
• Lost earnings and financial support
• Emotional suffering
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of support and companionship
• Loss of household services

We will ensure the wrongful death claim seeks the full financial recovery reflecting the family’s financial burden following the death of their loved one. We handle every step necessary to obtain maximum compensation, whether from insurance companies or in court.

Speak to Stewart J. Guss Injury Lawyers Following a Fatal Truck Crash

Are you grieving the loss of a family member due to a fatal truck accident? Stewart J. Guss Injury Lawyers has the resources and experience to provide the legal support you need at this time. We give each fatal accident case the attention it deserves to seek justice for your family and those who lost their lives. 

As a nationally recognized and respected injury firm, our truck accident lawyers will fully represent your rights and seek the best possible outcome. You want Stewart J. Guss Injury Lawyers on your side. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.