New Jersey Trucking Accident Attorney
Ridgewood Personal Injury Law Firm Handling Commercial Vehicle Accident Cases Since 1976
Often, experienced car accident lawyers claim they are "just as able" to handle a truck or commercial vehicle accident case as a car accident case. This claim, however, is rarely true. Why?
Because truck and commercial vehicle accident cases differ greatly from car accidents in regard to the details of accidents and the law. For instance:
- Did the accident involve an ambulance? Ambulances drivers are afforded numerous rights not granted to the drivers of other vehicles, but they still need to use due caution. For instance, just because an ambulance's lights and siren are on doesn't mean the driver can ignore traffic signals.
- Was the commercial vehicle driver on duty? Often, disputes arise regarding whether a commercial vehicle driver was on duty at the time of the accident. Resolving this question is critical, because the driver may have very limited personal insurance coverage. If his or her employer's insurance, though, covers the accident, financial recovery can be greatly increased.
- Federal regulations covering rest, sleep and other factors that often contribute to accidents involving large vehicles very often do not apply to car accidents.
The lawyers of Seigel Capozzi Law Firm, LLC, have handled numerous personal injury cases involving delivery trucks, ambulances, company cars, municipal vehicles and tractor-trailers and can skillfully navigate applicable laws while protecting clients' rights. Our track record includes many high-value truck accident settlements and jury awards. For more information, and to schedule a no-charge consultation, please contact our office.
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Our firm offers free initial consultations, works on a contingency fee basis, is available for evening appointments and includes Spanish-speaking employees. To arrange a no-charge consultation with an experienced Ridgewood commercial vehicle accident lawyer, call 201-444-4000.
