Why Clients Trust Nagel Rice
- Over $1 Billion In Settlements & Verdicts
- 40 Years+ Of Personal Injury Experience
- Extensive Experience Litigating Truck Accident Claims
- No Fee Unless We Recover Compensation
- FREE Consultations
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Common Causes of Truck Accidents in New Jersey
Truck accidents are often the result of preventable negligence. These are not minor fender-benders; most involve massive vehicles traveling at high speeds. Our legal team regularly investigates accidents caused by:
- Driver fatigue or Hours of Service violations
- Speeding or aggressive driving
- Improperly loaded or unsecured cargo
- Mechanical failures due to poor maintenance
- Inadequate training or supervision of drivers
- Driving under the influence
Trucking companies and their insurers often act quickly to protect their interests. We act even faster to defend yours.
Types Of Truck Accident Cases We Handle
Truck accidents can happen in many different ways, each presenting unique legal and technical challenges. We represent clients in cases involving:
- Rear-end collisions and underride accidents
- Jackknife and rollover crashes
- Delivery truck and commercial vehicle accidents
- Accidents involving falling debris or overloaded cargo
These cases often involve multiple parties and require a detailed legal strategy from the start.
What Injuries Are Common In Truck Accidents?
The force of a collision with a large truck can cause devastating physical harm. Victims may face months—or even years—of recovery. Our firm routinely handles cases involving:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Multiple broken bones and internal injuries
- Burn injuries and permanent disfigurement
- Psychological trauma, including PTSD
- Fatal injuries resulting in wrongful death claims
We work closely with medical professionals, life care planners, and financial experts to build a complete picture of the harm suffered and to pursue full and fair compensation.
Who Can Be Held Liable After A Truck Accident?
At Nagel Rice, we don’t rely on guesswork. We bring in accident reconstruction experts and conduct detailed investigations to gather and preserve critical evidence, such as black box data, driver logs, inspection records, and surveillance footage.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If you have been injured in a truck accident, you may be entitled to significant compensation based on the severity of your injuries and the impact on your life. Damages may include:
- Medical expenses and future care costs
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages in fatal cases
Every case is different. Our goal is to pursue full compensation that reflects both immediate and long-term losses.
Time Limit To File A Truck Accident Claim In New Jersey
Speak With a New Jersey Truck Accident Attorney Today
Time matters after a truck accident. Let our team at Nagel Rice LLP help you understand your legal rights and take immediate steps to protect your claim. We offer free consultations and take cases on a contingency fee basis, so there’s no risk in reaching out. Contact us today to schedule a consultation. Let our experience and commitment work for you.
FAQs
Who investigates a truck accident in New Jersey?
Local police, the New Jersey State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit, and federal agencies like the FMCSA may review the crash. Attorneys also conduct independent investigations to secure proof.
Can I sue the trucking company if the driver was at fault?
Yes. In many cases, the trucking company is also liable for hiring, training, supervision, maintenance issues, or Hours-of-Service violations.
What evidence is most important in a truck accident case?
Black box data, driver logs, GPS records, dashcam video, maintenance reports, cargo loading documents, and scene photographs are key to proving fault.
Do New Jersey’s no-fault rules affect truck accident claims?
Your PIP coverage pays your initial medical bills, but truck accidents often cause serious injuries that meet the threshold to pursue a claim against the driver or company for full compensation.
Nagel Rice LLP helps its clients throughout New Jersey, including Roseland, Bergen County, Essex County, Middlesex County, Monmouth County, Morris County, Passaic County, and Sussex County. We also represent clients in New York throughout Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.