Truck Accident Lawyer in Syracuse, NY

Truck Accident Overview

Because most car accidents involve only property damage or minor injuries, most car accident related legal claims are relatively simple and straightforward.

Truck accident cases are different and more complicated for several reasons. For example, there is a strong chance that federal and New York trucking industry regulations will play a key role in the outcome of the case. Fatal or catastrophic injuries are likely to be involved too, which makes accurate damage calculations critical and raises the stakes for defendants. There is also a strong possibility that multiple parties might share legal liability for an accident.

For all these reasons and more, it is important contact an attorney who has had substantial experience with trucking accident cases as soon as possible.

Located in Albany and Syracuse, New York, the law firm of O'Connor, O'Connor, Bresee & First, P.C. has the experience, skill and resources it takes to prevail in even the most difficult trucking accident cases. We also have a proven track record of results, and we have helped thousands of injured clients get through the difficult days and months that follow serious accidents while seeking justice.

Let us start working to help you through your difficult time today.

Holding Negligent Trucking Companies and Drivers Accountable

Our lawyers work with experienced investigators, accident reconstruction specialists, health care professionals and other experts to establish accident causes and hold negligent parties fully accountable under the law.

Examples of common truck accident causes and contributing factors include:

• Violations of state and federal safety regulations governing the trucking industry
• Driver error: failing to look or signal when changing lanes, driving too fast for conditions, etc.
• Driver fatigue often occurs when drivers skip required sleep or rest breaks
• Reckless driving: speeding, tailgating, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, texting and driving, etc.
• Overloaded trucks makes trucks more difficult to control, increases the likelihood of brake failure and equipment breakdowns
• Unsecured or improperly cargo, which can cause dangerous shifting in interior cargo areas or scatter hazardous debris on the road surface
• Improper truck maintenance leading to equipment failure
• Defective trucks and truck components tires, hydraulic systems, etc.
• Negligent hiring, training and supervision of drivers by trucking companies

An AV Preeminent* Law Firm Representing Truck Accident Victims in Upstate New York

We offer free consultations and are prepared to visit you in your home, in the hospital or at any other convenient location. To make those arrangements, contact us online or call our Syracuse law offices directly at either 518-465-0400 or toll free at 866-935-1527.

Lastly, all of our Syracuse and Onondaga County truck accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. This means you will not be charged attorney fees unless we are successful in recovering compensation on your behalf.

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Areas of Practice

• Truck Accident
• Personal Injury - Plaintiff
• Wrongful Death - Plaintiff
• Motor Vehicle Accidents - Plaintiff