Taking On Powerful Trucking Companies to Fight for Crash Victims
Can you imagine being rear-ended by a massive tractor-trailer on a South Carolina highway? In a split second, your life can be turned upside down—catastrophic injuries, months or years of recovery, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical bills. Sadly, these accidents are far too common. Every year, thousands of people are seriously injured or killed in truck crashes across the country, and South Carolina is no exception.
As more people move south and our highways get busier, the risk of devastating truck wrecks continues to rise. If you’ve been injured in a crash caused by a careless truck driver, you deserve compensation. Dana stands up to trucking companies and their insurers to fight for every dollar you deserve.
What Causes Truck Accidents?
In the aftermath of a truck crash, you might be left wondering why it happened—and who is responsible. We dig deep to find answers. Common causes of truck accidents include:
- Driver Fatigue: Truckers often work grueling schedules, driving long hours and sleeping during the day. Despite federal rules limiting hours on the road, some drivers and companies ignore these regulations to meet tight deadlines—putting everyone else at risk.
- Distracted Driving: Whether it’s a cell phone, GPS, or even adjusting the radio, a moment’s distraction can be deadly when you’re behind the wheel of an 80,000-pound truck. We investigate phone records, GPS data, and more to prove negligence.
- Drunk Or Drugged Driving: Substance abuse among truck drivers is a serious problem. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol dramatically increases the danger to other motorists. We hold impaired drivers—and their employers—accountable.
- Defective Vehicle Parts: When truck components like brakes, tires, or steering systems fail, the consequences can be catastrophic. In these cases, manufacturers and maintenance companies may share responsibility for the crash.
Why Truck Accident Cases Are Different
Truck accidents aren’t just bigger car accidents—they’re an entirely different fight.
- Massive Injuries & Losses: The sheer size and weight of commercial trucks mean victims often suffer life-altering injuries or death.
- Multiple Parties Involved: Trucking companies, drivers, maintenance contractors, and even parts manufacturers may share liability.
- High-Stakes Insurance Policies: Trucking companies carry large commercial policies, but their insurers will do everything possible to avoid paying you what you deserve.
- Aggressive Defense Teams: These companies have teams of lawyers ready to deny fault, minimize your injuries, and shift blame.
That’s why you need an attorney who knows how to take on these powerful players and isn’t afraid to fight back.
How Palmetto State Injury Lawyers Can Help
At Palmetto State Injury Lawyers, we understand how overwhelming a truck accident can be. We’re here to take the legal burden off your shoulders so you can focus on healing. From day one, we’ll:
- Conduct a thorough investigation of the crash.
- Identify all responsible parties.
- Preserve and analyze critical evidence.
- Handle all negotiations with insurance companies.
- Take your case to trial if that’s what it takes to get justice.
You only get one chance to hold the trucking company accountable. We’re ready to fight for you.
Get the Help You Deserve