Truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries and significant financial burdens. At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, we recognize the severe impact that truck accidents can have on victims and their families. Based in San Diego and serving clients across California, our firm is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate, and effective legal representation for those injured in truck accidents.
With our extensive experience and commitment to client satisfaction, we are here to help you manage your case and make sure you receive the compensation and justice you deserve. Trust Jared J. Drucker, a former Marine and seasoned attorney, to fight tirelessly on your behalf while offering clear and responsive communication every step of the way. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Why Trust Jared J. Drucker with Your Truck Accident Claim
When dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident, you need an attorney who brings both experience and a personal touch to your case. Here’s why Jared J. Drucker is the right choice for your truck accident claim:
- Extensive Knowledge and Experience: Truck accident cases involve unique challenges, such as navigating federal regulations and dealing with large trucking companies. Jared J. Drucker has the extensive knowledge and experience necessary to handle these complexities effectively.
- Proven Track Record: Jared has a history of successfully securing significant settlements and verdicts for his clients. As a former Marine Corps Sergeant and an accomplished motor vehicle accident attorney, Jared brings a level of discipline, commitment, and strategic thinking to each case.
- Personalized Attention: At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, APC, every client receives focused, individualized representation. Jared’s small practice ensures that your case won’t be just another file on the shelf, but a priority.
- Accessibility and Responsiveness: Our team is dedicated to being accessible and responsive to its clients’ needs. We make ourselves always available to answer your questions and address your concerns.
The Importance of Legal Representation in a Truck Accident Claim
Truck accidents can lead to devastating injuries and complex legal challenges. Having skilled legal representation can significantly impact the outcome of your claim. Here’s why engaging an effective lawyer like Jared J. Drucker is crucial:
- Thorough Investigation: Properly investigating a truck accident requires resources and knowledge. Our team will gather and preserve critical evidence, such as accident reports, witness statements, and electronic data from the truck’s black box.
- Dealing with Insurance Companies: Trucking companies and their insurers often have aggressive legal teams working to minimize their payout. Jared J. Drucker will negotiate against these companies to make sure you receive fair compensation for your injuries and losses. If your case goes to trial, we will present your case in a compelling manner in court and will strategies from the other side.
- Accurate Valuation of Claims: Calculating the true value of your claim involves more than just current medical expenses. Our team will assess all damages, including future medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other long-term impacts, to get you the full compensation you deserve.
- Proving Liability: Establishing fault in a truck accident can be challenging, especially when multiple parties are involved. At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, we will assist in identifying all liable parties, whether it’s the truck driver, the trucking company, or a manufacturer, and hold them accountable.
Vicarious Liability in a Truck Accident Claim
Understanding vicarious liability is crucial when pursuing a truck accident claim, as outlined in California Civil Code §2338:
“Unless required by or under the authority of law to employ that particular agent, a principal is responsible to third persons for the negligence of his agent in the transaction of the business of the agency, including wrongful acts committed by such agent in and as a part of the transaction of such business, and for his willful omission to fulfill the obligations of the principal.”
What this means is that trucking companies can be legally and financially accountable for the actions of their drivers. If a truck driver causes an accident while performing their job duties, the trucking company can be held liable for any resulting damages. For vicarious liability to apply, the truck driver must have been acting within the scope of their employment at the time of the accident. This means they were performing tasks or engaging in activities related to their job.
Holding a trucking company liable often provides greater financial security for victims. Trucking companies typically have larger insurance policies and more assets than individual drivers, ensuring that victims can receive adequate compensation for their injuries and losses. If a company fails to hire qualified drivers, provide proper training, and ensure compliance with safety regulations, it can be held directly liable in addition to vicarious liability.
Common Causes of Trucking Accidents in San Diego
As experienced truck accident attorneys in San Diego, our law firm has helped people navigate the complexities of recovery from tragic truck accidents many times. The cause of such accidents is often devastating because they are preventable. As your attorney, we want to know why this occurred so that we can hold all parties liable for their contributions to your injuries.
Some of the most common trucking accident causes include:
- Intoxicated driving with alcohol or drug use
- Unsafe operation of a vehicle in poor weather conditions
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
- Lack of time off as required under the law (or falsified driver’s logs)
- Driver fatigue
- Drivers without proper certification
- Poorly maintained vehicles
- Cargo mishaps
- Distracted drivers
Ultimately, when a truck accident occurs, those who did not meet the expectations of safe transport are responsible. Consider a few of these examples.
Brake Failure Accidents in San Diego
If a truck’s brakes fail, this can lead to the vehicle slamming into other vehicles creating highly disastrous outcomes. Brake failures may be due to poor maintenance and upkeep, poor service provided by a technician who recently changed the brakes, or brake design failures from poor manufacturing.
Jackknife Accidents in San Diego
A Jackknife accident may occur as a result of a failure of equipment on board the truck. Other times, it is due to inexperienced drivers, a driver speeding, or bad road conditions. This can influence who is responsible for the losses you have.
Statute of Limitations for Truck Accidents in San Diego
Under California law, you have 2 years from the date of the truck accident to file a lawsuit against the party responsible for your case. That may mean that you need to work quickly to take action. If you miss this deadline, you may not be able to recover damages for any of the losses you have.
The sooner you take action to contact an attorney, the better. Our attorneys will work diligently to ensure your claim is handled in a timely manner. However, it is still critical to act quickly to ensure evidence is preserved and that all documentation needed is still available.
Determining the Value of Your Truck Accident in San Diego
The value of your truck accident claim includes compensation for any losses you can show you suffered as a result of the accident. This may include:
- Medical bills from the accident and future losses
- Physical pain and suffering
- Lost wages and benefits
- Loss of future income
- Emotional damage
- Loss of quality of life
To ensure your claim is taken seriously by the at-fault party and the responsible insurance companies, it is critical to have access to evidence to back up and validate your claims. Our legal team will work to gather this by speaking to medical providers, working with accident re-creationists to demonstrate failures, and documenting the impact on your health and life. Allow our team to offer a free consultation to discuss the value of your case.
Contact Jared J. Drucker For Your Truck Accident Claim
If you’ve been involved in a truck accident, you need a dedicated and experienced attorney to guide you through the complex legal process. At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, we are committed to providing personalized, compassionate, and effective legal representation. With the knowledge and experience necessary to handle these complex cases, Jared J. Drucker provides his clients with personalized attention so that they know their case is a priority.
As a former Marine Corps Sergeant, Jared brings a level of discipline, commitment, and strategic thinking to each case. Choosing The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker means having a dedicated, experienced attorney who will fight tirelessly on your behalf. Contact us today for your free consultation and let us help you secure the compensation you deserve.