Trucking Accidents

Strong Representation For Trucking Accidents Claims

18-wheelers and other large commercial trucks are a common sight on streets and highways throughout New York. Accidents involving these vehicles often result in severe and catastrophic injuries and, all too often, wrongful death.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident in New York, the personal injury lawyers at Surdez & Perez P.C. are here for you. We have extensive experience handling truck accident claims for clients in Queens and throughout New York City and surrounding areas.

What Caused Your Truck Accident?

Many semitruck accidents are the direct result of negligence on the part of the truck driver or the trucking company. Common causes of truck accidents in New York are:

• Distracted driving
• Driver fatigue
• Driving under the influence
• Speeding
• Tailgating
• Unbalanced loads
• Overloaded trucks
• Faulty brakes, steering and other truck components
• Inadequate lights and reflectors

Trucking company negligence includes faulty hiring practices, failure to perform background checks on drivers, failure to maintain trucks, and other errors and oversights.

We will conduct a thorough investigation to determine if violations of trucking regulations or negligence of any kind contributed to your accident.

We are prepared to handle complex tractor-trailer accident claims involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.

Talk To An Experienced Lawyer About Your Truck Accident Claim

If you or someone close to you has been injured in an 18-wheeler accident in Queens or anywhere in New York, our attorneys are here for you. Reach out to us today online or by telephone at our office to arrange your free initial consultation with one of our experienced truck accident lawyers.