Were you injured in a truck accident in North Carolina?
Big rig accidents can result in big injuries and bills. The insurance company is protecting their own interests, not yours – but an experienced attorney can significantly increase your odds of getting maximum compensation.
Do You Know About These Common North Carolina Truck Accident Injuries?
Due to the massive size of commercial trucks, accidents involving them can result in serious injuries and death. Vehicles and their passengers are at a disadvantage when they collide with a big rig since they are lower to the ground and are therefore more exposed to the body and force of the truck in a collision.
If you, or a loved one, have been injured in an accident with a truck, we fight to get you as much as possible, as quickly as possible, for the harms and losses you may have suffered. Contact us today at 1-866-900-7078 for your free case evaluation.
What Are Common Truck Accident Injuries in North Carolina?
When a 3,000 pound passenger car is hit by a semi-truck 10 times its size, the people inside the car can suffer horrific injuries. Some of the most common truck accident injuries that occur in North Carolina are:
- burns and lacerations
- soft tissue injuries, such as contusions and sprains
- internal injuries, including internal bleeding and organ damage
- broken bones and fractures
- dislocated discs and spinal cord injuries
- neck injuries, such as whiplash
- head injuries, such as concussions
- brain injuries, including TBI (traumatic brain injuries)
Severe injuries for truck accident victims can have life-altering physical and mental consequences, including amputations, paralysis, scarring, and PTSD. Treatment can be costly, and recovery can take years.
When a truck driver’s negligence results in injury to you, or a loved one, you shouldn’t be the one who has to pay for medical treatment. An experienced North Carolina truck accident attorney can help you identify and quantify the damages you may have suffered so that you can seek compensation for your future needs, as well as your current treatment and care.
Are Fatalities Common in Truck Accidents in North Carolina?
Unfortunately, crashes involving large trucks are often fatal, and statistics from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveal that most deaths in large truck crashes are passenger vehicle occupants.
In 2023, the North Carolina Department of Transportation reported the following fatal crash numbers:
If you have lost a loved one in a truck wreck in North Carolina, filing a wrongful death suit may be one way to help you handle the painful aftermath – and can help you deal with related bills and loss of income. We have helped many clients in trying and difficult times deal with the aftermath of truck accidents. Call us today at 1-866-900-7078 and get your free case evaluation to see how we can help you, too.
Why Big Rigs Crash
Some of the common causes of commercial truck accidents include truck driver error, such as speeding and driving while distracted, fatigued, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Other frequent causes are mechanical or operational issues such as malfunctioning brakes or overloaded trailers.
Can You Afford a North Carolina Truck Accident Attorney?
Yes. You can afford to work with an attorney at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin. We operate on a contingency fee basis – that means you pay nothing upfront, no hourly fees, and we only get an attorney’s fee at all if we recover compensation for you. Guaranteed.2 Our goal is to get you as much compensation as possible, as quickly as possible, while you focus on your health and family.
How James Scott Farrin Can Help You After a Truck Accident in North Carolina
Our North Carolina truck accident lawyers can build and move your case forward by:
Gathering evidence: This can include examining the scene of the accident and interviewing witnesses and police officers.
Researching key details: Such as state laws regarding commercial trucks and the safety ratings of the driver and trucking company.
Handle the legal aspects: Ensuring that crucial deadlines are met and proper procedures are followed.
Take on the insurance company: We fight to get you as much as possible, as quickly as possible.
We are passionate about helping injured people in difficult circumstances – in fact, we’ve helped more than 65,000 injured people recover more than $1.8 billion total since opening our doors in 1997.1
Our attorneys are all committed to our firm’s You-First Policy, which means we prioritize your needs in every decision we make throughout your case. We know how the other side works because we have several former insurance adjusters, defense firm attorneys, and even a former state senator on staff.
Need answers and help with your case? Call us at 1-866-900-7078 or contact us online today for your free case evaluation.
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