Truck Accidents Archives

Driving near a semi-truck can be nerve-wracking for anyone. These size of these massive vehicles can be imposing, and knowing the frequency with which these trucks are involved in accidents can set you on edge. Although many times Massachusetts residents can drive near big rigs without any complications, sometimes an errant trucker or improperly maintained truck can cause an accident. If you have been involved in one of these wrecks, then you know that the damages that can be suffered can be devastating.

All kinds of motor vehicle accidents can lead to serious injury, but truck accidents are especially dangerous. Simply because of their size and weight, large trucks are much more likely to cause serious injury or death when they collide with smaller vehicles. Those injured in a truck accident may suffer serious injuries that render them disabled, disfigured, facing a long recovery, burdened by medical expenses, and unable to work. If the truck driver or trucking company is at fault, then the victim may be able to recover compensation by filing a lawsuit, but that process can be long, expensive and difficult.