Truck Accidents Caused by Unsafe Lane Changes in Los Angeles

Truck accidents caused by unsafe lane changes in Los Angeles can result in devastating injuries. The size and speed of trucks can make these accidents especially dangerous to the occupants of nearby vehicles. You or a loved one may have the right to take legal action against a negligent trucker after suffering injuries in this type of collision.

Our personal injury attorneys at CD Law have experience in representing clients in truck accident cases. We strive to obtain fair compensation for your damages. We work with all our clients on a contingency basis. We receive payment only after we settle or win cases. This allows you to hire us without worrying about the cost of our services.

Why Unsafe Lane Changes Cause Truck Accidents?

There are several reasons why unsafe lane changes contribute to truck accidents. Negligent or wrongful acts that may result in hazardous lane changes include:

• Failing to monitor side and rear-view mirrors
• Not checking blind spots before initiating lane changes
• Not using turn signals to notify nearby drivers of lane changes
• Driving while distracted
• Driving while intoxicated
• Braking too quickly
• Driving with overloaded or overweight cargo
• Driving trucks that have mechanical defects

Our Los Angeles lawyers assist our clients in reviewing the available evidence in their cases to determine who may be responsible for truck wrecks resulting from unsafe lane changes. We also gather this evidence to support claims we file in court. The relevant evidence could include police reports, traffic camera footage, and black box data from the trucks.

How Do You Prove Liability for Injuries From Truck Accidents?

Under California Vehicle Code Section 17150, the owner of a motor vehicle is generally liable when its negligent or wrongful operation causes another person’s death or injury. This liability extends to injuries caused by drivers who operated the vehicle with the owner’s express or implied permission. Many truck accident cases involve multiple parties with potential liability. These parties could include the trucker, the trucking company, and the business that benefits from the transportation services the truck driver provides. Our lawyers work to name all related parties with potential liability in a lawsuit.

If you suffered injuries from a Los Angeles truck collision caused by an unsafe lane change, you may experience various types of damages. Your medical care is potentially expensive. You may be unable to return to work. The amount of compensation you can potentially recover will depend on the severity of those damages. In general, you can claim compensation against a negligent party for pain and suffering, lost wages, medical care costs, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1, you must file your claim within two years of your accident to maintain your right to pursue your case in court. Failure to file in a timely manner will generally result in the case’s dismissal. Missing the filing deadline could prevent you from recovering compensation from a negligent truck driver or their employer.

Contact Our Los Angeles Lawyers After a Truck Crash Resulting From an Unsafe Lane Change

Commercial truckers have a responsibility to other drivers. Victims of truck accidents caused by unsafe lane changes in Los Angeles deserve fair compensation for their injuries.

If you were injured in this type of crash, call CD Law today to schedule a free initial consultation.  Our experienced attorneys can manage every detail and step of your case, allowing you to focus on regaining your health and restoring your quality of life.