Trucks are a common sight throughout New York City, an integral part of the flow of commerce that is an essential part of its day-to-day functioning. Unfortunately, however, there are also an estimated 600 truck accidents throughout the city every single day, many of which result in severe injuries. When this happens, it is essential to hold truck drivers and the companies that employ them responsible.
At the Shikh Law Firm, we know how much pain and suffering can come from a truck accident. These enormous vehicles can easily crush pedestrians and most smaller automobiles, inflicting horrendous damage on anyone who they happen to collide with with often catastrophic results. Even worse, many of these vehicles can haul dangerous chemicals and substances, which can inflict additional harm if they spill in the course of the accident. That is why we work hard to ensure our clients get the full compensation they rightly deserve.
We assist our clients with a variety of different types of truck accidents, including:
- Bus collisions with trucks
- Car collisions with trucks
- Bikes hit by trucks
- Motorcycle accidents with trucks
- Pedestrians hit by trucks
The fault for truck accidents can often lay at the feet of careless drivers who do not take adequate care with their massive vehicles and their cargo. However, the brokers that hire out these truckers may also be held responsible when they fail to take adequate precautions to ensure their drivers have a good safety record, or when they force drivers to meet unrealistic schedules. These negligent practices can force drivers to engage in unsafe behaviors, including driving on minimal sleep, in order to meet the demands of their jobs, putting everyone at an increased risk of an accident.
With law offices located in the Bronx, the New York City personal injury lawyers at the Shikh Law Firm have more than 25 years of experience representing clients in personal injury matters. We have helped clients throughout the Five Boroughs and Long Island to get justice for the harm they have suffered. If you or someone you love has been injured due to someone else’s negligence, do not wait. Call us at 718-295-4000, or visit our contact page for a consultation.
