Hyattsville, MD Truck Accident Attorney

Skilled Attorney for Injuries Caused by Trucking Accidents in Hyattsville, Maryland

Truck accidents are among the most devastating collisions that can occur on Maryland roads. Commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, and when they collide with other vehicles, other drivers, passengers, or pedestrians are likely to suffer serious harm. Those who survive these crashes are often left with severe injuries, permanent disabilities, and extensive financial burdens.

At Kisner Law, we provide effective legal advocacy for truck accident victims in Hyattsville and throughout Maryland. Attorney Jason Kisner cares about his clients, and he fights aggressively to make sure they will have the financial resources they need as they recover from the injuries suffered in a truck crash. With his comprehensive, dedicated approach, he can investigate accidents, identify the parties who were responsible, and make sure all forms of negligence are addressed.

How Kisner Law Supports Victims of Truck Accidents

Recovering financial compensation after a truck accident is rarely a simple or straightforward process. Trucking companies and their insurers have extensive legal resources, and they may take action immediately after an accident to attempt to minimize their liability. Attorney Kisner uses his knowledge of the trucking industry and his background representing large corporations and insurance providers to anticipate and counter these strategies.

At Kisner Law, we support clients by:

• Conducting independent investigations into the causes of truck crashes
• Gathering crucial evidence such as driver logs, maintenance records, and black box data
• Consulting with accident reconstruction experts and medical professionals
• Handling negotiations with insurance companies
• Filing personal injury claims or wrongful death lawsuits when necessary

We approach every case with a focus on maximizing compensation for our client. Mr. Kisner will take an aggressive approach, working to make sure all negligent parties are held responsible for the harm they have caused.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents

Truck accidents often involve multiple contributing factors. At Kisner Law, we will examine all aspects of a crash to determine what went wrong and who should be held accountable. Some of the most frequent causes of truck accidents include:

• Truck Driver Fatigue: Federal regulations limit how many hours a truck driver can operate while requiring them to take regular breaks, but these rules are sometimes ignored. Fatigue can affect a truck driver's reaction time, reduce their level of alertness, and make them more likely to miss important details. These issues can significantly increase the risks of a truck crash.
• Unsecured or Falling Cargo: When a truck's cargo has not been loaded correctly or was not secured in place, items may shift during transit. This can affect the truck's balance and cause a driver to lose control at the wrong time, or loose cargo may fall into the roadway, causing collisions and injuries.
• Inadequate Driver Training: Commercial drivers must receive the proper training to ensure that they can operate large trucks safely. Drivers who are not provided with the necessary training by their employers may not know how to handle difficult driving conditions, emergency maneuvers, or other responsibilities, and they may engage in dangerous behaviors leading to truck accidents.
• Improper Hiring Practices: Trucking companies have a duty to screen new drivers, looking at their driving records, criminal records, and physical fitness reports. Companies that hire unqualified or reckless drivers put everyone on the road at risk of being injured in truck accidents.
• Negligent Supervision: Trucking companies must monitor their drivers to ensure that they follow the proper safety regulations. Failing to supervise drivers properly may allow dangerous behaviors such as speeding, drug or alcohol impairment, or violations of trucking regulations to continue unchecked, increasing the likelihood of truck crashes.
• Lack of Maintenance: Trucks must be regularly inspected, and routine maintenance or other types of repairs must be performed to prevent mechanical failures. Brake problems, tire blowouts, steering issues, and engine failures can all lead to serious accidents when vehicles are not maintained correctly.

Contact Our Hyattsville Truck Accident Attorney

When you have been injured in a truck accident, you will need to understand your legal options. As you deal with your injuries, your financial losses, and the other ways you and your family have been personally affected, you can benefit from representation by an experienced lawyer. At Kisner Law, we can help you address negligence by a truck driver, a trucking company, or other parties. We will work to ensure that you receive the full compensation you deserve, addressing all of the ways you have been affected. Contact us by calling 240-459-0097 to arrange your free consultation.