Frederick, Maryland Truck Accident Attorneys

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At Attorneys for the Injured, we have helped truck accident victims in Washington DC and Maryland recover for their injuries and other expenses -- and we can help you. For those who have lost a loved one in a truck accident, we have successfully filed wrongful death claims. We understand the complex factors that play a role in these serious truck accidents and we have successfully prepared cases on our clients' behalf.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident, contact us today for a free review of your case by calling (888) 792-4242 or filling out our online form. We will work quickly to protect your rights. The combined strength of our locations in Washington DC., Baltimore, Maryland and Frederick, Maryland allows us to provide the level of service you expect from a large metropolitan office – with the dedicated and personalized approach of a boutique firm.

Truck accidents are among the worst crashes on Washington, DC and Maryland roads and highways. During 2008, there were 2,356 large truck crashes in Maryland, causing 60 deaths and 1,374 injuries according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Frederick, Maryland, located at the crossroad of a major trucking routes I-70 and I-270, has more than its share of tractor trailer wrecks and truck accidents.

One of the reasons that truck accidents so often result in severe injuries or death is a simple matter of physics. An average truck that is fully loaded can weigh more than 80,000 pounds. In contrast, an average automobile weighs less than 5,000 pounds. Anytime the two vehicles meet, the car and its occupants will likely be the losers. Additionally, the danger posed by truck accidents can be increased if the truck is carrying certain freight such as hazardous or flammable materials

According to a 2007 federal study, factors that lead to wrecks for semi trucks and their drivers include brake problems, traffic congestion, prescription and over-the-counter drug use, cell-phone use, tailgating, speeding, unfamiliarity with local roads, driver fatigue, tire blowouts, improper trailer loading, sudden braking, and mechanical defects in the trucks themselves. Recognizing the dangers posed by large trucks, the federal government has strict regulations governing the trucking industry, including driver’s licensing, hours of service that a driver may operate a vehicle, and drug or alcohol testing.

Although the truck driver may be the most obvious defendant, he or she may not be the only person or business entity legally responsible for the accident. Trucking companies, trailer owners, contractors, employers, and insurance companies may be obligated to compensate you for your injuries. In some cases, the manufacturer or shipper of any hazardous materials carried by the truck may also be legally responsible for your injuries.

The Frederick, Maryland and Baltimore, Maryland truck accident attorneys of Attorneys for the Injured will help you identify as many potential defendants as possible in order to ensure a thorough recovery.

Our group of three independent law firms, Attorneys for the Injured, understands that your immediate goals after the trauma of a truck accident are securing medical care – and providing for a life time of special needs. Our experienced truck accident attorneys will work hard to protect your rights – and we can prepare the most effective claims when we are contacted as soon as possible after the accident. If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident, do not delay. Contact us today for a free review of your case by calling (888) 792-4242 or filling out our online form. We will work quickly to protect your rights.