When a truck jackknifes on the highway, serious injuries often follow, and the trucking company may be to blame. If you were hurt in a jackknife truck accident, you need a fierce advocate. The seasoned truck crash attorneys at D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC fight relentlessly for victims of jackknife truck accidents in Watertown.
The trucking companies take an immediate high-stakes approach in the wake of any jackknife accident. We understand how to level the playing field. We have the experience to get results in these cases: one of our founding partners, Michael D’Amico, is a former member of the National Advisory Board of the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America.
A jackknife accident occurs when the trailer portion of a tractor-trailer folds in against the cab, forming a “V” shape that resembles a jackknife. Some of the most common causes of jackknifing in Watertown are:
Because jackknifing and other types of truck crashes are so dangerous, truck drivers and trucking companies are required to comply with safety regulations, such as taking mandatory rest breaks to ensure that the driver will be alert. But in too many cases, trucking companies cut corners on safety for the sake of maximizing profits. When that happens, people can be seriously injured or killed. We fight for accountability.
When you come to us after a jackknife crash in Watertown, we’ll listen to your story, answer your questions and help you understand your legal rights and options. When you retain us, we’ll take immediate action to protect your rights. We’ll launch an investigation and intervene to protect key evidence that may prove the truck was speeding or the driver skipped rest breaks. We’ll deal with the trucking company and the insurance company on your behalf while you focus on rebuilding your life.
From start to finish, we’ll handle negotiations with the trucking company, keeping you informed every step of the way. In many cases, we’re able to settle out of court thanks to our experience and relentless advocacy. But we are always ready to take the trucking company to trial, including honing our arguments and strategies in our in-house courtroom before we go before a judge and jury.
The attorneys at D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC have experience seeking compensation for those injured in jackknife truck accidents in Watertown. If you were hurt in a jackknife truck accident anywhere in Connecticut, we would be honored to listen to your story and help you understand your legal options. Contact us today to schedule your free remote consultation with an experienced truck accident lawyer.
