DC residents may not be aware of it, but commercial trucks are part of our everyday lives. On a regular basis we accept deliveries, put our garbage on the curb to be taken away, and get a broken-down car towed every so often, without giving much thought to the risks involved. The DC metro area also happens to border several major trucking routes, including I-395, I-695, and I-295. While commercial trucks are becoming more necessary than ever, unfortunately, they will always pose a significant threat to drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians who share the road with them.
If you or your loved one were injured in a commercial truck accident in Washington, DC, a truck accident lawyer at Regan Zambri Long can get you the compensation you deserve. Our attorneys have secured millions for truck accident clients, including a $15.2 million settlement for a victim of a dump truck accident.
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Washington, DC residents see several types of commercial trucks travel its roads on a daily basis. While each has its own important job in the DC Metro Area, each type of truck also carries individual risk of colliding with another vehicle. The different type of commercial trucks are:
Commercial truck accidents often lead to injuries far more severe than those seen in typical car crashes. The sheer size and weight of commercial vehicles can generate tremendous force on impact, leaving drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians vulnerable to catastrophic harm.
In many cases, victims face long-term medical treatment, permanent physical limitations, and significant disruption to their daily lives. Some injuries affect cognitive function and memory, others impair mobility and independence, and many require ongoing rehabilitation and specialized care.
Understanding the types of serious injuries that can follow a commercial truck collision is essential when evaluating the full scope of damages and the long-term consequences for victims and their families.
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are sudden injuries that cause damage to the brain. They are usually a result of a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. Motor vehicle accidents make up nearly 25% of all traumatic brain injuries in the United States. The difference of the weight and size of a commercial truck versus a regular car greatly increases the risk of a TBI for drivers and passengers in cars when they collide with commercial trucks.
Mild traumatic brain injuries can affect the victim’s brain temporarily, causing headaches, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, problems with speech, or loss of balance.
More severe traumatic brain injuries can result in torn tissues, brain bleeds, or bruising and cause long-term debilitations and even death.
Spinal cord injuries are common following a truck accident and the second-leading cause of paralysis in the United States. Common types of paralysis are:
Symptoms of paralysis can range from weakness in the muscles to balance problems, and difficulty speaking or eating. A number of physical complications can arise from paralysis including blood clots, pneumonia, high blood pressure, erectile dysfunction, bedsores, and sepsis.
Paralysis accident victims also face emotional trauma and can suffer depression and anxiety following the accident.
If you or your loved one suffered a serious spinal cord injury from a commercial truck accident in Washington, DC, a Regan Zambri Long commercial truck accident lawyer can work to recover damages for:
There is no need to go through this alone. Contact Regan Zambri Long today for a free consultation with a compassionate lawyer who will discuss all legal options for you and your family moving forward.
While traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries may be two of the most severe outcomes of a commercial truck accident, victims can also sustain several other types of injuries. Speak with a Regan Zambri Long commercial truck accident lawyer today if you or your loved one suffered the following injuries from an accident:
At Regan Zambri Long, we understand the devastating effects a truck accident can have on an individual and a family. Expensive medical bills, extensive property damage, and possible long-term care can send the victim and their family into the throes of extreme financial distress.
In the worst cases, family members have to grieve the loss of a loved one, while trying to manage without their income. With a Regan Zambri Long commercial truck accident lawyer by your side, you will have a legal advocate throughout the entire claims process. Our lawyers have a profound understanding of DC law, federal trucking laws, and various insurance policies.
That local and regulatory knowledge is backed by deep professional standing within the Washington, DC legal community. Patrick Regan has been recognized by Washingtonian Magazine as a “poster boy for legal ethics and integrity,” while Salvatore Zambri has been described as “one of Washington’s best, most honest and effective lawyers.” Patrick and Salvatore, along with fellow partners Victor Long and Paul Cornoni, have each served as President of the District of Columbia Trial Lawyers Association, reflecting the trust and respect they have earned from their peers. Salvatore, Patrick, and Paul are also listed among the Top 100 Super Lawyers in Washington, DC, with Salvatore named to the Top 10, and all six partners are recognized nationally among Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in America.
We have recovered over $1 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients, and we will relentlessly work to secure the maximum amount of compensation for the accident so you can focus on your recover.
If you were injured by a commercial truck in Washington, DC, don’t wait much longer. Contact Regan Zambri Long today to schedule a free consultation.
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