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This page has been written and edited by a team of experienced legal writers . This page was approved by Managing Partner, Michael Saile who has more than 20 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney.
- Last Modified:
- November 19, 2024
Sharing the road with big rig trucks can be intimidating. Unfortunately, this fear has become a reality for many drivers. Serious truck accidents in Bucks County, Philadelphia, or Lehigh Valley leave victims with painful injuries and financial struggles that make it difficult to get back on their feet. If you were injured in a Pennsylvania truck crash, a skilled Pennsylvania truck accident lawyer with Cordisco & Saile LLC can help you pursue justice.
Big tractor-trailer trucks and commercial 18-wheelers are massive vehicles that can do significant damage when something goes wrong on the road. In 2021 alone, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported 5,788 fatal crashes involving large trucks in the United States, a 17 percent increase from the previous year. There were also an estimated 154,993 injuries connected to truck accidents and 523,796 police-reported truck crashes in 2021.
If you or someone you love was injured in a truck accident, a Pennsylvania truck accident lawyer with Cordisco & Saile LLC can fight for your rights and the maximum compensation for your losses. Contact us to schedule a free case evaluation with our team to see how we can help you seek justice.
- Why Choose Our Award-Winning Truck Accident Attorneys in Pennsylvania
- Common Causes of Tractor-Trailer Accidents
- Injuries Resulting From Tractor-Trailer Accidents
- Damages Available for Truck Accident Victims in Pennsylvania
- How Much Is My Truck Accident Case Worth?
- Our Pennsylvania Truck Accident From Cordisco & Saile Can Help
- We Serve Bucks County, Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley and Beyond
- Meet Our Attorneys
Why Choose Our Award-Winning Truck Accident Attorneys in Pennsylvania
Sharing the road with big rig trucks can be intimidating. Unfortunately, it’s impossible to avoid them since the roads throughout our area are major trucking corridors. Serious truck accidents in Bensalem, Bucks County, Philadelphia, or the Lehigh Valley are all too common, leaving victims with injuries and financial struggles that make it difficult to get back on their feet. If you have been injured in a truck crash in Pennsylvania, a skilled truck accident lawyer at Cordisco & Saile can help you pursue justice.
It’s critical to consult an attorney quickly when a truck accident happens. A good lawyer can manage the legal aspects of your case while you handle your health and finances. Our attorneys strive to take as much stress as possible out of the legal process while you pick up the pieces in the aftermath of a crash, giving you time and space to recover while we do the work. We treat our clients like family and proudly serve our Pennsylvania community with offices throughout the area.
Our hardworking team of truck accident attorneys has secured millions in settlements and verdicts for our clients. We’re a nationally recognized law firm staffed by talented lawyers, and our attorneys have consistently won awards for excellence in the personal injury field.
You deserve top-notch legal representation after suffering a truck accident in Pennsylvania, and our team is eager to pursue the maximum compensation for your losses. Contact us on our website or call (215) 642-2335 for a free case evaluation. We’ll fight for the justice you deserve.
“When people hire Cordisco and Saile, they're expecting the best. They're expecting you to fight for them from the minute they walk in that office into the minute their case is resolved and that's what we do here.”
Our Truck Accident Settlements
Our truck accident attorneys do everything we can to maximize your financial compensation after a truck accident in Pennsylvania. We’ve secured many successful results for clients in truck accident cases, including the following:
- $1,075,000 recovered for a client struck by transit van as a pedestrian
- $250,000 recovered for our client after a tractor trailer side-swiped their vehicle
In one recent case, our office obtained a $10,000,000 settlement for a Pennsylvania first responder injured in a truck collision. Our client, a local tow truck driver, was working in an Emergency Response Zone when he was suddenly struck by a passing truck’s passenger side mirror. Our client suffered severe injuries, including a neck fracture, initial quadriplegia, traumatic brain injury with subdural hemorrhage, facial fractures, and scarring. He also developed post-traumatic stress disorder and sleep disorders because of the incident.
The settlement covers the lifelong impact of injuries and trauma he endured, including lost earning capacity from total occupational disability, relocation to a modified home, the purchase of a modified handicap vehicle, and other accommodations.
Testimonials
Our team of skilled attorneys is committed to helping clients and their families get the help they need after an accident. This means we’re with you every step of the way to ensure you make the most informed decisions for your case. Here’s what a recent client has to say about working with Cordisco & Saile LLC:
Common Causes of Tractor-Trailer Accidents
In Pennsylvania, 2022 had the most fatal crashes involving heavy trucks within the last five years. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation also shared that about 8,223 heavy trucks were involved in vehicle crashes in 2022. Several things can contribute to a truck accident, including:
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Driver fatigue
- Speeding or other driving errors
- Unsecured loads
- Improperly loaded trailers
- Undertrained or unqualified drivers
- Maintenance failure
- Defective parts or equipment
Because a trucking company employs drivers, the injured party may be able to hold the employer liable under the doctrine of vicarious liability. This doctrine provides that an employer may be responsible for damages resulting from an employee’s actions. If the crash was caused by a defective part or poorly secured cargo, the injured party could target the manufacturer, servicer of the truck, the shipping company, or other liable parties in the truck accident to recover damages.
Injuries Resulting From Tractor-Trailer Accidents
Due to the sheer size of tractor-trailers compared to passenger cars, injuries resulting from a collision can be catastrophic. Common injuries resulting from tractor-trailer accidents include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Lacerations and abrasions
- Broken bones
- Muscle sprains and strains
- Neck and spine injuries,
- Puncture wounds
- Amputations
- Burn injuries
If you were hurt in a truck crash, schedule a free case evaluation with our Pennsylvania or New Jersey truck accident attorneys to see if you qualify to bring a legal compensation claim and what your case may be worth.
Managing Partner
So people are injured in truck accidents typically the same as a car accident but worse. We're dealing with an 80,000 lb truck going down the road, colliding with usually a small passenger vehicle. Everything is amplified. The crash is stronger. The forces are stronger. There's broken bones. There's traumatic brain injury. There's damaged spines. Everything that you have in a car accident but worse.
Proudly Serving Pennsylvanians from Our Eight Locations
We’re not just your attorneys, we’re your neighbors. Growing up in Pennsylvania, we’ve built strong relationships with the local judges and courts, making us uniquely equipped to handle your case. Our services span from Bucks County and up to Lehigh Valley, ready to meet all your legal needs.
Get started towards your path for compensation by giving us a call at 215-642-2335.
900 Northbrook Drive #120
Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053
60 W Broad St Suite 105B
Bethlehem, PA 18018
220 Radcliffe Street #100
Bristol, PA 19007
44 E Court St #100
Doylestown, PA 18901
403 Executive Drive #100
Langhorne, PA 19047
516 Dekalb St Suite A
Norristown, PA 19401
328 W Broad St #200
Quakertown, PA 18951
28 N 15th Street Suite D
Allentown, PA 18102
Proudly Serving Pennsylvanians from Our Eight Locations
We’re not just your attorneys, we’re your neighbors. Growing up in Pennsylvania, we’ve built strong relationships with the local judges and courts, making us uniquely equipped to handle your case. Our services span from Bucks County and up to Lehigh Valley, ready to meet all your legal needs.
Get started towards your path for compensation by giving us a call at 215-642-2335.
900 Northbrook Drive #120
Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053
60 W Broad St Suite 105B
Bethlehem, PA 18018
220 Radcliffe Street #100
Bristol, PA 19007
44 E Court St #100
Doylestown, PA 18901
403 Executive Drive #100
Langhorne, PA 19047
516 Dekalb St Suite A
Norristown, PA 19401
328 W Broad St #200
Quakertown, PA 18951
28 N 15th Street Suite D
Allentown, PA 18102
Damages Available for Truck Accident Victims in Pennsylvania
Big rig accidents can cause serious consequences that leave victims and their families with financial and emotional hardships. However, you may qualify to recover damages if your accident resulted from another party’s negligence, careless actions, or recklessness. After a truck accident in Pennsylvania, injured parties can claim compensation for the following damages:
- Current medical bills
- Future cost of medical care
- Costs associated with temporary or permanent disabilities
- Lost wages
- Loss of future earnings capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Other losses resulting from the crash
If the tractor-trailer or dump truck accident results in a fatality, our caring Pennsylvania attorneys will help your family initiate a wrongful death lawsuit in Pennsylvania. Together, we can recover compensation for medical bills incurred before death and money to cover funeral and burial costs. Financial compensation may also be awarded for hardships caused by your loss of support and companionship.
How Much Is My Truck Accident Case Worth?
The value of your truck accident claim will depend on several factors, including the severity of your injuries and the extent of your damages. If you sustain minor cuts and bruises and minimal property damage to your car, your total expenses will be less than somebody who suffered catastrophic injuries and life-changing disabilities. Because of this, the average truck accident settlement varies from case to case.
The total worth of your case will incorporate crucial elements to reach an accurate calculation of damages, such as:
- Type and severity of your injury
- Current and future medical expenses
- Current and future lost income
- Pain and suffering caused by the accident
Our semi-truck accident lawyers in Pennsylvania will work to identify and fully value your damages to ensure you claim the maximum amount available for your losses. In general, truck accident settlements can be significant because of the extensive damages caused by the crash.
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