Commercial Truck Accidents
Tractor trailers and other large commercial vehicles play a key role in the Alaskan economy, getting supplies and goods where they need to go. Unfortunately, though, these large commercial trucks can also put other motorists in danger on the state’s highways. While most professional drivers exercise care behind the wheel, crashes still happen. And when they do, the resulting injuries are often life-altering for the occupants of the smaller passenger cars involved.
If you suffered injuries in an Anchorage commercial truck accident, let the lawyers at Kelley & Canterbury L.L.C. go to work protecting your rights and ensuring you get the compensation you deserve to cover medical bills, lost wages, and more. We have the resources and skill necessary to take on a trucking company and win. Call us today at (888) 639-4817 to schedule your free case evaluation with one of our semi-truck accident attorneys in Anchorage, AK.
Why Is Liability Different in A Truck Accident than In Most Car Crashes?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates the trucking industry with a set of strict federal laws that set minimum training requirements for drivers, weight limits for trucks and cargo, and even how often drivers must rest. Truck drivers must follow these regulations in addition to the typical laws all road users must abide by. When a driver or trucking company fails to follow traffic laws or FMCSA regulations, they are not meeting the duty of care required to prevent accidents. This is negligence.
So a careless truck driver who does not get the required rest is liable for my injuries, right? Not so fast.
Another law holds employers responsible for the on-the-job actions of their employees. Known as vicarious liability, this means it is actually the trucking company who is responsible for providing financial compensation for your injuries after an Anchorage truck crash. This is true even if the trucking company had no reason to suspect there might be an issue with the trucker’s logs or rest schedule.
How Does Vicarious Liability Make Commercial Truck Accidents Unique?
While this may not seem like a big difference, vicarious liability changes a lot of things about a truck accident claim. You are not taking on another driver. Instead, you are filing a claim against a company — sometimes a large, well-known, multinational corporation. We understand that this can be intimidating, but rest assured we have the resources, skill, and experience to handle claims against even the largest trucking companies.
During our initial meeting, we will discuss the accident, injuries, and other information about the crash. We will analyze your situation, and provide a free review of your case. From there, we can help you weigh your legal options for compensation and take the next steps.
Why Is a Lawyer so Important in Winning an Anchorage Commercial Truck Accident Claim?
Taking on a car accident claim while recovering from crash injuries is hard enough when the liable party is another individual. Trucking companies often have large legal teams on their side. You do not want to face a corporation and its legal team on your own.
If you do not know what you might be facing when filing a truck accident claim, you might lose out on thousands of dollars or get nothing at all. For this reason, it is paramount you contact an Anchorage commercial truck accident attorney as soon as possible after suffering crash injuries.
Call Kelley & Canterbury L.L.C. for a Free Consultation
The truck accident lawyers at Kelley & Canterbury L.L.C. represent injured truck accident victims and families who have lost loved ones in these crashes. We serve Anchorage and elsewhere in the south central region.
To learn more about our services or to get started, call us today at (888) 639-4817.
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Testimonials that Speak to Our Commitment and Compassion
At Kelley & Canterbury, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for an attorney who will fight for them!"
Chris Canterbury was here for me and my family when we needed him the most. He is so good at what he does and I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for an attorney who will fight for them! His office staff is so friendly and always available to answer any questions along the way.
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"An excellent team bar none!"
Michaela Canterbury exceeded all my expectations with her knowledge and professional work ethics. Over 10 firms had turned my case down and I was ready to give up. Mrs. Canterbury was able to help me process memories and emotions that might have been overlooked and always had a lighthearted approach with good humor that lifted my spirit. An excellent team bar none!
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"Respectful, kindhearted, and always put me as the client first!"
Highly recommend! Chris and the entire Kelley and Canterbury team where awesome! Can’t thank them enough! They were respectful, kindhearted, and always put me as the client first! They walked me through every step of my case and made sure I was aware of everything going on with the case. Chris was extremely knowledgeable and knew how to get me taken care of. Thank you Kelley and Canterbury!
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"I will definitely be using them for all my future legal needs."They really make you feel like you’re at home and they make sure they will get the most they can for you and your family no matter what.A.E.
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"Kelley and Canterbury absolutely went above and beyond for me."Being in their office always felt like being with family which made asking my uneducated questions so much easier for me.J.A.
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"I am forever grateful for their hard work."Michaela and Chris are truly exceptional attorneys and people in general. They are particular about taking care with each clients needs and have shown compassion throughout my experience.V.J.
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"Michaela advocated for me as if I were a member of her family."Michaela made sure I understood what to expect for the long process ahead of us but even more important, she was empathetic to what I was going through post-accident.A.K.
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"They made me feel like family."Kelley and Canterbury are more than amazing. They made me feel like family, they cared about the pain my family and I experienced after our accident, emotionally and physically. The staff in the office are incredibly hard working, positive and make you feel part of the team. We will choose Kelley and Canterbury every time!H.O.