Glen Falls, NY Truck Accident Lawyer

At Larson & Gallivan Law, our Glens Falls truck accident lawyers are experienced, dedicated, and results-oriented representatives for injured victims. We hold reckless truckers, careless trucking companies, and commercial insurance providers to account. If you or your loved one was hurt in a crash with a tractor-trailer, we are here to help. To arrange a free, fully private case evaluation with a Warren County commercial truck accident lawyer, please contact us today.

Why Do Commercial Truck Accidents Happen?

Motor vehicle collisions are one of the most common causes of accidental injuries. According to data from the New York State Department of Health, approximately 450 people seek emergency medical attention for automobile accidents in Warren County alone each year. Due to their large size, commercial trucks are uniquely dangerous. Tractor-trailer accidents are disproportionately likely to result in severe injuries or fatalities. Truckers and truck companies must take proper safety measures. Profits cannot come ahead of people. Common reasons why commercial truck accidents happen in the Glens Falls area include:

• Untrained or undertrained truck drivers;
• Truck driver negligence, including speeding and distracted driving;
• Overly fatigued drivers working very long hours;
• A poorly loaded trailer; and
• Truck defects, including problems with tires and brakes.

What to Understand about Truck Accident Liability Laws in New York 

Unlike the majority of other states— including Vermont— New York has a no-fault auto insurance law. As described by the New York Department of Financial Services, all drivers have a duty to obtain and maintain the minimum mandatory no-fault car insurance. All motor vehicle accident claims, including large truck accident claims, fall under New York&rsquo’s no fault standard. The law requires injured victims to bring their initial claim through their own insurance provider. If you suffered minor or moderate injuries in a truck accident in Glens Falls, your claim may be handled through your own no-fault insurance company.

However, New York State has an exception for serious accidents. Many commercial truck accidents in New York fall outside of the no-fault system because of the severity of the accident. You can file a fault-based personal injury claim against a trucker, truck company, or another negligent party if you suffered a “ severe injury” in the crash. New York defines a serious injury as one that results in a broken bone, loss of an organ or body part, significant disfigurement, a period of disability, or permanent limitations.

Notably, New York State courts use a test called the “90/180” rule. Simply explained, this rule holds that a victim can step beyond the no-fault system and file a personal injury lawsuit if they suffered a non-permanent injury that severely limited their day-to-day activities for at least 90 days within the first 180 days following the accident. Do not assume that New York’s no-fault law prevents you from suing a negligent truck company. Our Glens Falls attorneys can help you determine your options.

Recovering Compensation After a Truck Accident in Glens Falls

If you or your loved one was seriously injured in a trucking accident in Glens Falls, you need full and fair financial support. New York law allows injured victims to seek compensation for economic and intangible damages, but the big insurance companies never make the claims process easy. Our Glens Falls truck accident lawyers are committed to helping victims and families recover the maximum financial support. You may be eligible to get money damages for:

• Vehicle repairs/replacement;
• Emergency room care;
• Hospital bills and other health costs;
• Long-term medical needs;
• Lost wages;
• Diminishment of future income;
• Pain and suffering;
• Permanent disability or disfigurement; and
• Wrongful death.

How Our Glens Falls Tractor Trailer Accident Lawyers Can Help

Truck accidents are complicated. You do not have to deal with this alone. At Larson & Gallivan Law, we take a systematic, forward-thinking approach to legal representation. We are ready to get started on your claim the right way. Among other things, our Glens Falls truck accident attorney will:

• Conduct a detailed review of your case—answering your questions;
• Investigate the tractor-trailer crash, gathering relevant evidence;
• Handle the paperwork and the correspondence/inquiries from insurers; and
• Develop a strategy to get you the best outcome in your truck accident injury claim.