Portland Truck Accident Attorney

Large commercial trucks can cause severe accidents and lead to serious injuries. In many incidents involving large trucks, the truck drivers or trucking companies are negligent and should be held accountable for their actions. At Nichols Law Group, our qualified and experienced team will work to secure the compensation you are entitled to when you need a Portland truck accident attorney.

Nichols Law Group is your choice for this case

After a truck accident injury, you need to turn to a firm with experience in personal injury law. At Nichols Law Group, that is our sole focus.

Because we focus only on personal injury law, we have a distinct advantage over other law firms that handle a variety of different cases in multiple practice areas.

Take a client-focused approach, making sure we understand the needs and goals of our clients. We believe in open transparency and regular communication with our clients.

You will only pay legal fees in your case after we secure a favorable settlement or verdict on your behalf.

How will an attorney help this case?

Truck accident cases can become incredibly complicated, and most individuals do not have the resources or experience necessary to take on major truck companies and insurance carriers. Your Portland truck accident lawyer will be able to:

• Secure all of the evidence necessary to prove liability in the case.
• Handle all communication between you and the defendants.
• Properly calculate your total losses and negotiate a settlement on your behalf.
• Prepare your case for court if the defendant does not offer a fair settlement.

Truck accidents can lead to severe injuries

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the agency tasked with regulating large commercial trucks, a fully loaded semi can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. A vehicle of this size and weight can inflict considerable damage on a passenger vehicle. It is not uncommon for the Portland truck accident lawyers at the Nichols Law Group to help clients suffering from the following:

• Broken and dislocated bones
• Spinal cord injuries
• Whiplash injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Concussions
• Severe lacerations
• Internal organ damage
• Internal bleeding

During the latest reporting year in the US, the FMCSA reports that there were approximately 148,000 people injured and more than 4,700 people killed in crashes with large trucks.

These incidents happen in a variety of ways, and the following are some of the common causes:

• Truck driver negligence. If a driver is operating while impaired or distracted, or in violation of FMCSA regulations, they are a risk to others on the roadway.
• Truck company negligence. Truck companies are responsible for regularly inspecting and maintaining each vehicle they own and for ensuring each driver is qualified for the job.
• Defective vehicles or parts. If a truck or truck part is defective and a crash occurs, various companies could be held liable.

Let us help secure the compensation you need

If you or somebody you love has been injured in an accident due to the negligence trucking company or truck driver, seek legal assistance immediately. The Nichols Law Group as the experience you need to reach a successful outcome in this case. Our goal is to secure the compensation you deserve, which can include:

• Coverage of your medical bills related to the truck crash
• Compensation for lost income if you cannot work
• Mental anguish damages
• Loss of enjoyment of life damages
• Possible punitive damages against the trucking company or truck driver

When you need a Portland truck accident attorney, you can contact us for a free consultation of your case by clicking here or by calling 503-224-3018.