Truck Accident Lawyer in Gilroy, CA

Have you or a loved one been injured in a truck accident in Gilroy or the surrounding Santa Clara County cities? Moseley Collins Law has been helping injured victims get maximum compensation for over 40 years. If you have suffered catastrophic injuries or lost a family member, contact us today for a free consultation.

While truck accidents account for only 4% of collisions annually, they are disproportionately deadly given trucks’ massive size. In fact, 72% of fatal two-vehicle wrecks involved a passenger vehicle and truck. Truck crashes led to over 4,000 deaths in 2021.

It's imperative to understand why these catastrophic truck collisions keep happening to ultimately prevent them. Reviewing common causes also assists injury victims in building strong legal cases. If trucking companies fail to address these recurrent issues, they must face accountability.

Drowsy driving slows reaction times, impairs judgement and increases crash risk exponentially. Yet demanding trucking schedules often fatigue drivers. Trucking companies that do not give ample resting breaks can be liable for resulting incidents. Drivers also must remain vigilant and pull over immediately upon fatigue senses - it's literally life or death.

Intoxication from alcohol, marijuana, amphetamines and other substances contributes to a startling number of truck crashes annually. Drivers indulging in these substances must face swift termination, license suspension and criminal charges for such reckless endangerment of public safety. Companies failing to drug test and monitor drivers share responsibility too.

Driver distraction like cell phone use causes countless collisions each year. Truck drivers face major distraction risks from GPS systems, delivery scheduling tablets, CB radios and other equipment too. Companies must ban cell phone use and minimize in-cab distractions through training, devices removal and incentive programs. Drivers violating policies must immediately be disciplined and retrained.

Injury victims can pursue strong legal action if distracted truck driving caused their wreck. Drivers and employers both may share liability depending on state laws and case circumstances.

As experienced truck accident lawyers, Moseley Collins Law thoroughly investigates fault in every collision. We identify each and every party contributing to these recurrent causes of truck crashes so victims receive full justice. Call today at (800) 426-5546 for a free consultation.

Companies like UPS, FedEx and DHS have a legal duty to prevent hazardous accidents. If negligent, they must be held accountable. Our lawyers have over 40 years of experience holding at-fault parties responsible.

When multi-ton trucks hit smaller vehicles, injuries are often catastrophic. We frequently see:

• Head & Brain Trauma - concussions, bleeding, nerve damage
• Spinal Cord Injuries - paralysis, chronic pain
• Amputations - crushed or severed limbs
• Internal Organ Damage - trauma, ruptures
• Broken Bones - fractures, crush injuries
• Burn Injuries
• Wrongful Death

Gilroy Police Department
7351 Rosanna St, Gilroy, CA 95020 (408) 846-0350

California Highway Patrol - Gilroy
855 Leavesley Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020 (408) 848-2324

Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office

55 W Younger Ave, San Jose, CA 95110 (408) 808-4400

Morgan Hill Police Department

16200 Vineyard Blvd, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (408) 776-7300

Truck crashes lead to around 4,000 deaths nationally each year. Victims face extensive medical bills, lost income, and disability. Our lawyers fight for complete compensation so clients can afford care and survive economic hardships.

As a major garlic producer, Gilroy sees significant truck traffic. Some key local highways and routes include:

• US-101
• SR-25
• SR-152
• SR-156
• Bloomfield Ave
• Leavesley Rd
• Masten Ave
• IOOF Ave

Our experienced Gilroy truck accident lawyers have assisted injury victims along these roads and throughout Santa Clara County for decades.

Moseley Collins Law represents injury victims across:

• Gilroy
• Morgan Hill
• San Martin
• Los Gatos
• Saratoga
• Mountain View
• Sunnyvale
• Santa Clara
• San Jose

We make legal help accessible no matter which city you live or had your accident in.

When massive commercial trucks collide with smaller passenger vehicles, accident scenes are often devastating. Injuries sustained can be catastrophic - leaving victims facing immense medical bills, lost wages, and even lifelong disabilities. Financial pressures stack up quickly. It’s critical injury victims understand all potential damages available to secure the strongest financial recovery possible.

These objective, quantifiable damages seek to reimburse tangible accident-related costs such as:

• Past & Future Medical Expenses - All hospitalization fees, surgeries, medications, therapies and assistive equipment needed now and in patient’s lifetime resulting from collision injuries.
• Lost Income - Any wages lost from missing work during the recovery period. Also reduced earning capacity if disabilities now prevent working the same job or hours.
• Loss of Future Earning Potential - If permanent impairment prohibits career advancements and future promotions patients otherwise could have achieved, these lost projected earnings can be claimed.
• Cost of Ongoing Care - If disabilities now require regular nursing assistance, routine therapies or accessibility equipment like wheelchairs over patient’s lifetime, patients can claim reimbursement for these significant costs.

These subjective damages compensate for less tangible, but still devastating collision harms:

• Pain & Suffering - Both physical agony relating to injuries sustained as well as mental anguish regarding medical interventions endured and arduous recovery process itself.
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life - If disabilities now restrict participation in victim’s favorite activities and diminish overall life quality.
• Emotional Distress - For any resulting mental trauma like depression, anxiety, PTSD triggering from the traumatic event.

Documenting exactly how the accident reduced one’s ability to participate in meaningful activities they previously enjoyed - and quantifying related mental anguish - is key to securing payouts for these damages.

With over 40 years expertise handling truck accident cases, Moseley Collins Law has the legal resources and dedication needed towards recovering full financial damages on clients’ behalf. Call today at (800) 426-5546 for a free case review.

Moseley Collins Law has proudly represented personal injury victims for over 40 years. Since first opening our doors in 1980, plaintiffs have trusted us with their life-changing cases and valued their well-being as much as our own. We have extensive experience with catastrophic car and truck accidents. Our distinguished lawyers are proven legal champions committed to client rights. Let us put our knowledge, passion, and resources behind you for the strongest claim possible. Here is why injured victims choose us again and again.

Our tireless advocacy and legal fearlessness have earned many multi-million dollar results and settlements for clients over four decades. Injury victims know their potential claim value is maximized with our extensive efforts. We put the same dedication towards every unique case that comes through our doors, no matter how complex. Our results speak for themselves. Simply put - we get injury victims paid.

Unlike large firms who overcharge clients with excessive fees, we operate on contingency meaning legal expenses only get paid if we win recovery. Any upfront costs come solely out of our pocket. We also provide free case assessments so injury victims understand their legal options before officially hiring us. Our upfront honesty and integrity earn people’s trust during such difficult times.

If you or a loved one suffered catastrophic injuries or wrongful death, contact the truck accident team at Moseley Collins Law for compassionate yet aggressive representation - (800) 426-5546. Consultations are always completely free, confidential and no-obligation.