Trucking Accident Lawyer Serving Aberdeen, Watertown, SD, and Surrounding Areas

Semi-truck accidents are different than car accidents. Due to the size difference between a semi-tractor or semi-truck and a passenger vehicle, truck accidents result in much more serious injuries than other types of collisions. One of the reasons is due to the fact of the weight of a truck. Some of these trucks with a trailer can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, it is important that you seek medical attention immediately and to follow through with all of your doctor’s recommendations for follow-up care. It is vitally important to your case to preserve as much evidence as possible. This includes taking photos of all vehicle damage, contacting law enforcement to file a report and document your injuries and facts of the collision. You should notify your own insurance company and immediately contact an attorney who has experience in handling truck accident claims. There are special rules that truck drivers of a commercial motor vehicle and trucking companies must follow. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) sets standards and guidelines for commercial truck companies and their drivers. FMCSR has established rules in order to operate commercial trucks. Trucking companies are also required to do background checks on employees, and train drivers to make sure that they are operating trucks safe.