Birmingham Truck Accident Lawyers
The massive size and weight of 18-wheeler trucks are a threat to other drivers and pedestrians. Accidents still occur with alarming frequency, even with the many safety regulations for commercial trucking. When tractor-trailers collide with smaller vehicles or pedestrians, they can cause death and catastrophic injury.
Strict guidelines issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration require commercial carriers to keep semis in safe operating condition. Our competent truck accident attorneys at Frank S. Buck, P.C. can help you with any injuries caused by truck drivers who are not properly trained and licensed, or even trucks that are not inspected regularly. Improperly trained drivers and unsafe semis put others at risk. In fact, truck accidents are much more common than you may think.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 4,213 large trucks involved in fatal accidents on the nation’s roads in 2016. In 72 percent of these accidents, the victims were the occupants of other vehicles; only 17 percent of fatalities occurred to the occupants of the large trucks. About 112,000 large trucks were involved in crashes resulting in an injury in 2018 – a 5 percent increase from 2017. Although the number of trucks involved in injury crashes has been trending up since 2009, the exact percent increase is not certain. The NHTSA began using a new Crash Report Sampling System (CRSS) to estimate the number of nonfatal crashes, starting with the 2016 data year.
A Legacy of Justice That Runs in the Family
Fighting for the Compensation You Deserve
For over 50 years, we have been fighting and winning for clients just like you. If you've been injured in an accident or as a result of someone else's negligence, call (659) 336-3337 to get our dedicated and compassionate team on your side.
-
Committed to Winning
Frank S. Buck, P.C. has a long track record of successful verdicts and settlements showing our commitment to fighting for clients.
-
Client-Focused Approach
We prioritze personalized attention, ensuring clients feel heard and supported through every step of the legal process.
-
Comprehensive Legal Services
From car accidents to wrongful death and medical malpractice, we offer a wide range of services to meet your legal needs.
-
Decades of Experience
With over 50 years of practice and over 11,000 cases resolved, Frank S. Buck brings a wealth of knowledge to personal injury law.
Factors That Cause Truck Accidents
- Driver fatigue
- Substance use
- Lack of proper truck maintenance
- Inadequate training
- Distractions while driving
There are also instances where the drivers of other vehicles on the road cause or contribute to the cause of truck accidents.
Drivers who do the following near commercial trucks increase the risk of an accident:
- Driving between multiple large trucks
- Unsafe passing, especially passing with insufficient headway
- Making an abrupt lane change in front of a truck
- Moving to the right of a big rig that is making a right turn
Quick Facts About Commercial Trucking Accidents
- The standard tractor-trailer or 18-wheeler weighs over 80,000 pounds.
- It takes the length of several football fields to bring an 18-wheeler truck to a complete stop.
1 out of every 8 traffic fatalities involves a commercial vehicle/truck. - Nationwide, every 16 minutes, a person is killed or seriously injured in a motor vehicle crash with a truck.
- More than 80 percent of these fatal accidents are the fault of the truck driver.
- Substandard vehicle maintenance, improperly secured cargo, inadequate driver training, exhausted drivers, and alcohol or drug use are examples of negligence within the trucking industry. Negligence leads to tragic accidents.
Contact Frank S. Buck, P.C., and one of our experienced truck accident lawyers will fight for your right to maximum compensation in cases of damage, injury, or loss of life due to a commercial trucking accident in Birmingham.
-
"Absolutely Amazing"Mr. Buck was really God sent. He and his staff kept me informed. I could always reach him personally. Not only did Attorney Buck get my case reopened, he won my case. They are absolutely AMAZING!!- Roshanique M.
-
"Got Me What I Deserved"
Frank Buck and his team are an excellent example of professionalism and dedication. Over the course of my case, they worked very hard to fight for me and get me what I deserved.
- Former Client -
"Amazing to Work With"Mr. Buck handled a slip and fall case for me which resulted in a good settlement. He was very nice, caring, and professional. He and his staff were courteous and amazing to work with.- Beverly R.
-
"Dependable and Loyal"Mr. Frank Buck and his staff is very dependable and loyal! They are very hands-on and keep you informed about everything! I am already receiving my check from the settlement - the MAX!- Ferrine R.
-
"Accessible & Considerate"He fought for me and through my whole ordeal he was very accessible and considerate. He showed his experience and expertise in fighting for me, his client.- Charles M.
-
"You Can't Go Wrong"
Mr. Frank Buck and his terrific staff walked me through the process and was able to get me a large settlement and take care of medical bills. He had been terrific in answering all my questions and concerns.
- Kalla L. -
"Tremendous Job"Mr. Buck and his staff has been doing a tremendous job with working on my personal injury and automobile accident case. If I could give them more than 5 stars I most definitely would!!!!- Ambrelle S.
-
"More Than 5 Stars"I am more than 5 5-star pleased with the results the team of Frank and Rachel Buck got me in my unfortunate car accident. The integrity and work ethic they demonstrate is exactly what one hopes for.- John D.