San Diego Truck Accident Lawyer, Truck Accident Attorney

Truck accidents are all too common in Southern California. Many of these accidents occur because of careless drivers. The results of a bad truck accident can be devastating to everyone involved. The lawyers at the Law Offices of Ramiro J Lluis have obtained many substantial settlements and verdicts for trucking accident victims.

Blind spots can be a major problem that leads to accidents. This area of space the driver cannot see in the mirrors are also called ‘no zone’ areas. Larger trucks have more severe blind spots. Big rigs have blind spots behind them and on either side of the truck. If possible try to avoid these areas surrounding trucks. If you were merged into or side swiped by a large truck, call the Law Firm of Ramiro J Lluis to speak with an attorney.

Brake failure is also a leading cause of trucking accidents. Brakes can fail due to improper maintenance or installation. Aging parts can also fail causing brakes to lock up or fail. Over heating from a driver riding the brakes may also occur putting other drivers at risk. Heavy trucks especially put an enormous amount of stress on brakes, such as on a long down hill stretch. Overloading the trailers is illegal and can be a problem for rig brakes. If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by a truck’s faulty or failing brakes, call our law office to learn about your legal options.

Accidents that occur when a truck is turning are referred to as ‘squeeze play’ or wide turns. Trucks have to swing wide when trying to negotiate turns and this can cause them to cross into an oncoming traffic lane. On a right turn, a car to the right of the rig can get squeezed between the curb and the truck. Some accidents occur when other motorists try to pass a truck, not realizing the truck is about to turn. This could also be characterized as a squeeze play accident. If you or a loved one has been hurt by a turning big rig, you should be compensated for your injuries. Call our law office today to speak with a San Diego truck accident attorney.

Trucks need much more room to stop than most vehicles on the road. Depending on the load the truck is carrying, stopping distance can be shorter or longer. The heavier a truck’s cargo, the longer it will take to stop the vehicle. Truckers that fail to correctly gauge the distance it will take them to come to a complete stop, put other motorists at risk of being rear-ended. This is a common cause of truck accidents in San Diego.

The law offices of Ramiro Lluis are experienced truck accident litigators with years of experience. We work closely with our clients and will leave no stone unturned when it comes to uncovering liability in your case. We have a great track record when seeking damages for our clients, and we win via verdicts and settlements. Call us today to get a free consultation for your potential case.