Tractor-trailers are sometimes called "40 tons of death" because of the potential for massive destruction in a collision. This is especially true when an 18-wheeler jackknifes or fishtails. Other drivers are helpless to get out of the way of an out-of-control semi.
The attorneys of Phillips & Pelly pursue justice for people who were seriously injured or lost a loved one in a truck crash. Our firm has the resources to answer the key questions in a jackknifed truck accident — why did it happen and who is responsible? Contact us now for a free case evaluation and prompt investigation.
San Diego Jackknife Truck Accident Lawyer
Our legal team has decades of experience with thousands of motor vehicle accidents, including many car-truck collisions. We have the ability to hire accident investigation specialists and other experts who can help us gather and analyze the evidence to show how the truck driver and/or the trucking company was negligent.
A "jackknife" accident occurs when the tractor cab gets turned sideways or backward at a sharp angle from the trailer, like a folded pocket knife. Essentially, the heavy trailer drags the cab rather than vice versa, and the driver cannot stop or steer the rig. The trailer may veer into an oncoming lane, fishtail sideways across several lanes of traffic, or flip over and skid. Cargo and debris can become dangerous projectiles.
Jackknifed trucks often strike several vehicles or cause chain-reaction crashes, further complicating the crash scene and the legal issues in recovering compensation. Our attorneys are skilled at sorting it all out and identifying the root cause of the crash:
- Driving too fast on roads slick with rain, snow or ice
- Excessive speed on off-ramps, downgrades or mountain passes
- Driver error in braking or counter-steering
- Unbalanced loads or shifting freight
- Worn brakes or tires
- Negligent hiring or training
We work with doctors and many professionals to maximize compensation for catastrophic injuries or wrongful death so common in trucking accidents.
We Handle Everything. We Help With Everything.
Phillips & Pelly helps families with the immediate aftermath, such as access to medical care or coverage for a rental car. Once we accept your case and investigate liability and insurance, we handle all communications and negotiations with the insurance companies to safeguard your rights. Call 858-345-5929 or contact us online for a free case evaluation. There are no fees unless we recover compensation.
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