Car and Truck Accidents
Car Accidents
Preliminary statistics from 2010 estimate nearly 32,800 people died and in 2009, more than two million people were injured in traffic accidents.
Did You Know?:
- Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for children and adults from age three to age 34.
- An auto accident injures someone every 14 seconds in the United States.
- According to the Centers for Disease Control, the cost of medical care and productivity loss from auto accidents was more than $99 billion in 2010. (http://www.cdc.gov/media/pressrel/2010/r100825.htm)
If you or your loved one has been seriously injured in an auto or truck accident, you are not alone.
You need the right team on your side through the whole process; to help recover your losses and to help you move forward in your life.
Common law recognizes four basic levels of fault: negligence; recklessness; intentional misconduct; and strict liability (irrespective of fault). Even if you believe you may be at fault, it is best to visit a Wisconsin car accident attorney for a free, immediate case evaluation.
At Godin Geraghty Puntillo Camilli, SC, our team can determine if there is any wrongdoing in the accident and where the fault lies. We will recover for you everything the law allows. Call us for a free, immediate consultation.
Truck Accidents
A motor vehicle accident involving a truck is often more catastrophic than ordinary motor vehicle crashes. A typical fully-loaded commercial truck may be 28 times heavier than a typical car or truck on the road, so resulting accidents cause more serious injuries and higher death rates.
Additionally, depending on the type of freight the truck is carrying, those involved may be exposed to hazardous materials or flammable items, which can increase the devastation of the accident and cause secondary injuries.
Two types of accidents are unique to commercial trucks. Jackknifing can occur when there is sudden braking or turning. The driver is not always responsible, but in many cases may be held responsible for negligent driving when that occurs.
A second type of accident that is more prevalent with large trucks is turning accidents. Improper turning or lane changing may cause accident.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a truck accident, the team at Godin Geraghty Puntillo Camilli, SC is here to help you. We are your Wisconsin truck accident lawyers and we will fight to obtain a fair settlement in your case. Contact us today for your free case evaluation.
Safety Around Trucks
WI State Law Library
WI Statutes “Rules of the Road”
