If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident, you need a strong advocate on your side. At The Gatti Law Firm, we know how to effectively navigate the legal system and fight for the compensation you deserve. We can help you recover the financial resources you need to rebuild your life following a serious truck accident.
Our Salem truck accident attorneys can help you if you were involved in a truck accident in Oregon involving:
The Gatti Law Firm advocates for truck accident victims in Salem, Oregon, and surrounding areas. Contact us today at (503) 363-3443 to schedule a free consultation.
Truck accidents involving semi-trucks can be some of the most severe in Oregon and across the country. Semi-trucks are designed to transport massive amounts of cargo, but their size and weight can also pose a significant threat to other vehicles on the road.
Common causes of semi-truck accidents include:
Truck accidents involving semi-trucks can result in catastrophic injuries. Victims may be permanently disabled or suffer permanent brain damage. In some cases, truck accident victims may die as a result of their injuries.
In a truck accident, liability can be attributed to various parties depending on the specific circumstances of the accident.
Here are some potential parties that can be held liable:
The damages you can recover in a personal injury case depend on the circumstances of your case. In many cases, you may be able to recover compensation for:
In some cases, punitive damages may be awarded if the trucking company or its employees acted with malice or reckless disregard for the safety of others. Punitive damages are meant to punish the responsible party and discourage similar conduct in the future.
Oregon is a comparative negligence state, which means that your recovery may be reduced if you are found to be partially at fault for the accident. However, if you are found to be less than 50% at fault for the accident, you may still be able to recover compensation.
At The Gatti Law Firm, we can help you recover compensation for all of your losses if you have been injured in a truck accident. Our Salem truck accident lawyers can help you fight for the compensation you deserve and ensure that the trucking company is held accountable for their actions.
For a free consultation with our firm, call (503) 363-3443 or complete our online contact form.
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