Don’t Face an 18-Wheeler Accident Alone: Contact Karns & Karns Truck Accident Attorneys Today
The screeching tires, crushing metal, and feeling of helplessness—surviving an 18-wheeler accident is a nightmare few can imagine. But the aftermath is all too real. Severe injuries, disability, lost wages, and emotional trauma plague victims long after the wreckage is cleared. Facing the insurance claims, medical bills, auto repairs, and legal battles alone can quickly […]
Truck Accident Statistics: Understanding the Risks
Truck crashes are disproportionately deadly compared to other accidents due to the massive size and weight disparity. Collisions with trucks kill nearly 5,000 people each year in the United States and cause debilitating injuries like spinal cord damage, traumatic brain trauma, amputations, and severe burns. Understanding key data and trends can help motorists stay safe […]
Jackknife Accidents: Causes & Liability
Jackknife accidents are an unfortunate risk of driving near large trucks. When a truck jackknifes, the cab of the truck folds forward onto the trailer, forming a ‘V’ or ‘L’ shape. This often causes the truck to spin out of control, smash into other vehicles, and block traffic. Jackknife accidents can be extremely dangerous and […]
18-Wheeler Accidents: The Unique Challenges of Trucking Litigation
Truck accidents are among the most dangerous motor vehicle collisions that occur on US roads and highways each year. Due to their massive size and weight, collisions with 18-wheelers and other large trucks often result in catastrophic injuries or death for the occupants of passenger vehicles. If you or a loved one has been injured […]
San Bernardino’s Trucking Industry and the Risk of Truck Accidents
The trucking industry is a major economic force in San Bernardino and the Inland Empire region of Southern California. The area’s extensive highway system connecting it to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach as well as the rest of the country makes it a critical hub for the movement of imported and exported […]
Wrongful Death Claims in Truck Accidents
Losing a loved one in any circumstance is difficult, but when that loss comes unexpectedly due to the negligent actions of another, the grief is compounded. This is often the sad reality when a commercial truck is involved in a deadly crash. While monetary compensation can never make up for the loss of life, filing […]
How Much Is My Case Worth?
The value of a case is determined by many factors. Some of these include the severity of your injuries, the specifics of the case, insurance limits, and other variables. Specifically, these and other factors have to be taken into account to determine the amount of damage or harm done to you as well as your […]
Inexperienced Truck Drivers More Likely to Cause Car Accidents
Commercial truck driving is a difficult job that requires significant training and experience to do safely. New and inexperienced truck drivers lack the skills and knowledge needed to operate large trucks, making them more likely to cause accidents, especially with passenger vehicles. Sadly, there were 4,014 truck accident fatalities in 2022. Understanding why novice truckers […]
The 10 Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Truck accidents can result in catastrophic injuries and enormous financial losses. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), over 500,000 truck crashes occur in the United States every year. Due to their large size, collisions involving semi-trucks often lead to significantly more severe outcomes than standard passenger vehicle crashes. If you or a […]
What to Do in Case of a Truck Accident in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles sees more than its fair share of traffic accidents, including those involving large commercial trucks. With over 15 million registered trucks in the state of California, truck accidents are an unfortunate reality on LA roads and highways. If you have been involved in an accident with a semi, box truck, or other large […]
