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Commercial trucks are large, heavy-duty vehicles that have the ability to cause extreme damage. If you are in a truck collision, you can suffer from debilitating injuries and psychological trauma, leading to thousands of dollars in medical debt, lost wages, chronic pain, and disability.
Washington truck accident victims may be eligible for financial compensation from the at-fault truck driver and his or her employer. Colburn Law represents injured Everett residents in their claims against negligent trucking companies—and our Everett truck accident attorney will advocate aggressively for your right to recovery.
Greg Colburn’s path to personal injury law is rooted in personal experience. After a devastating fall left him in a wheelchair for two years, he took on insurance companies and legal obstacles to win his own case. That journey inspired him to fight for others facing similar challenges. Today, Greg is dedicated to helping injury victims hold negligent parties accountable and secure the justice they deserve.
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Truck accidents can be very catastrophic. Commercial trucks can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, and collisions between trucks and motor vehicles can result in very severe injuries, such as spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injury, and amputation. As a result, you can suffer from significant physical, financial, and emotional damages.
In a personal injury lawsuit, you can hold the at-fault party or parties liable for these losses. Common damages in truck accident claims include the following.
When you suffer injuries in a collision with a commercial truck, you can hold multiple parties accountable in a personal injury lawsuit. However, you will need to establish that the defendant’s negligence caused your accident and resulting damages. To do so, you will need to prove four elements.
If your accident occurred to a defective road, the government entity responsible for maintaining or planning the road could be liable. If a mechanical part in the truck broke down and caused the accident, the manufacturer would be the defendant in your lawsuit.
In many cases, however, the driver and his or her employer are responsible for your injuries and subsequent damages. If your accident occurred due to negligent driving behavior,
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration violations, improper cargo loading, and other acts of negligence on behalf of the driver and his or her employer, you may file a claim against both parties.
Colburn Law is here to help. Get the justice and compensation you deserve—serving Seattle and all of Washington!
If you sustain injuries due to a truck driver’s negligence, you do not deserve to suffer. At Colburn Law, our Everett truck accident attorney will work aggressively to secure the compensation you need to recover, handling negotiations with insurance representatives and facing corporate legal counsel in the courtroom. We have the resources, skills, and experience necessary to guide you through the litigation process.
Contact Colburn Law to schedule your free consultation with an Everett truck accident lawyer. At your appointment, your attorney will evaluate your case and strategize your path to recovery.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorney, Greg Colburn who has more than 20 years of legal experience as a Washington Personal Injury Attorney.
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