The great risks posed by large and heavy commercial trucks driving on the same streets and highways as passenger vehicles are well understood. Catastrophic injuries that result from truck accidents bear evidence to the terrible forces at play when a big rig slams into a smaller car, truck or van. Because big rig wrecks often result in catastrophic injuries -- traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, terrible orthopedic injuries, burns or even death -- truck accident lawsuits often involve not only development of liability theories, but also a complex assessment of the full extent of damages.
A crucial aspect of successfully obtaining full compensation for clients in truck accident cases is identifying all potentially liable parties. To do this, the lawyer must investigate not only the truck driver's role in the accident, but also the extent to which the trucking company, the truck manufacturer or other parties might also have contributed to the cause of the accident.
In Diaz v. Carcamo, the California Supreme Court recently resolved a case involving allegations of a truck driver's negligent actions as well as his employer's negligence in hiring and retaining the driver. At issue was whether, where the trucking company admits vicarious liability for the trucker's negligence, evidence of the company's negligent entrustment is also admissible.
Vehicle accidents, slip and fall, spinal cord, brain injuries and nursing home abuse and neglect often result in serious, life altering injuries. The Peck Law Group has the resources and experience to pursue compensation for expenses and damages sustained as a result of a catastrophic accidents and neglect leading to serious personal injury,We have lawyers and office locations throughout the State of California, and our legal team is ready to assist you in handling the complicated legal aspects of all accident lawsuits. We are familiar with the laws on personal injury and can work to ensure that you receive the justice you deserve
