Kingston Truck Accident Lawyers, Tennessee

Tough representation for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians injured in East Tennessee truck accidents

Truck accidents often lead to more severe injuries and deaths than car crashes. At Banks & Jones, our Kingston truck accident lawyers understand the unique issues involved in truck accident cases, such as the rules and industry standards that govern safe operations. Our trial lawyers are respected for our record of strong settlements and verdicts in personal injury cases, some for millions of dollars. We represent all truck injury victims, including drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and families, if a relative dies in a Kingston truck crash.

How can we help?

How dangerous are truck accidents?

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, most of the victims of large truck accidents are the occupants of passenger vehicles. Cars are simply no match for the height, width, and length of trucks. Many trucks are 20-30 times heavier than cars, and fully loaded tractors need 20-40 percent more distance to stop.

Approximately 4,714 people nationwide died in truck accidents in 2021. Twelve percent of all passenger vehicle occupant deaths and 22 percent of passenger vehicle occupant deaths in multiple-vehicle crashes occurred in crashes with large trucks.

What are the causes of Kingston truck accidents?

Truck accidents in Kingston usually happen due to some type of negligence. Truck drivers and trucking companies should be held liable if their negligence caused your injuries or the death of a loved one. Our Kingston truck accident lawyers have the experience to prove that negligence caused your truck accident.

Common causes of truck accidents include:

  • Truck drivers who speed
  • Drunk or drugged driving
  • Driving fatigue
  • Violations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Hours of Service Rules
  • Distracted driving, including texting, talking on a cellphone, looking at a GPS, drinking, or eating
  • Violating Tennessee’s motor vehicle laws
  • Blind spots
  • Unsecured or shifting cargo
  • Overdriving the weather or traffic conditions
  • Failing to keep the truck repaired
  • Lack of truck driving education

Our Kingston truck driving accident lawyers also file defective product claims when faulty hydraulic systems, brakes, tires, and seatbelts cause accidents.

What types of truck accidents do your Kingston personal injury lawyers handle?

While many truck accidents are like car accidents (such as head-on crashes, rear-end collisions, and broadsides), most truck accidents are unique to trucks.

Our Kingston truck accident attorneys have the experience and resources to handle all types of truck accidents, including:

  • In a jackknife truck accident, the trailer no longer moves in unison with the cab, causing the tractor and cab to fold together. A jackknife occurs when the truck driver loses control (usually when cargo shifts, on curves, or wet roads) and the trailer skids. These accidents are dangerous for any vehicles near the tractor-trailer.
  • Trucks are more susceptible to rolling over than cars because the center of gravity of a truck is different. Some of the factors that contribute to truck rollovers include shifting cargo and sharp turns. Rollovers can be fatal for the truck driver and dangerous for any vehicles near the truck.
  • Blind spot accidents. Blind spot accidents are common when trucks shift lanes or turn, and truck drivers and trucking companies need to know where the truck’s blind spots are. Extra caution and camera technology should be used so drivers can see all around their trucks.
  • Wide-turn truck accidents. Trucks often need to move into other lanes of travel to complete their turns. Cars near the truck, especially to the right of the truck, can be crushed if the truck driver doesn’t turn with extreme caution.
  • Underride accidents. Small cars can easily slide underneath a tall truck when accidents happen. Trucking companies are required to have rear guards to prevent these catastrophic and often deadly accidents. Side and front guards are also advisable.
  • Truck cargo accidents. Truck drivers and trucking companies need to securely load their cargo and understand how to ensure the cargo doesn’t shift or spill from the truck. When cargo spills, any vehicles near the truck are in danger of striking the truck or being struck by the cargo.
  • Backing-out accidents. Driving backward is extremely dangerous, yet many truck drivers back out into traffic from parking lots, side roads, and loading docks rather than drive forward and then turn around. Truck drivers should use spotters and the latest technology if they back their trucks out into traffic.
  • Tire blowouts. Most trucks have many more tires and bigger tires than cars, i.e., 18-wheelers have 18 tires. When one tire blows out, the driver will likely lose control of the truck. Truck tires should be checked before each delivery.

At Banks & Jones, we’re skilled at handling truck accidents involving just one truck and multi-vehicle collisions.

Which defendants are liable for truck accidents in Kingston?

At Banks & Jones, we understand that many defendants may be liable for your truck accident – not just the driver of the truck.

Our Kingston truck accident lawyers file claims against every party or entity responsible for your accident, including:

  • The truck driver
  • The truck owner
  • The truck driver’s employer
  • The truck broker who arranged the shipment
  • The company that requested the shipment
  • Manufacturers of a defective truck part
  • Sellers of alcohol to impaired truck drivers
  • The Tennessee Department of Transportation
  • Truck maintenance and repair companies
  • Other drivers involved in the accident

What types of injury claims do you handle on behalf of Kingston truck accident victims?

Our personal injury lawyers work with your physicians to fully understand and describe your injuries, how they are impacting your life, the type of treatment you’ll need, and the cost of your medical care.

We represent drivers, passengers, and pedestrians who have serious injuries, including:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Amputation/loss of limb
  • Crush injuries, including internal organ damage and internal bleeding
  • Severe burns
  • Complex, simple, compound, and multiple fractures
  • Nerve, tendon, muscle, and ligament damage
  • Shoulder, neck, and back pain
  • Hearing or vision loss
  • Heart failure
  • Permanent scarring and disfigurement
  • Wrongful death

We demand total compensation for all your current and future damages, including:

  • Medical bills
  • Lost income and benefits
  • Pain and suffering
  • Property damage
  • Loss of function of any body part
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Scarring and disfigurement

We also seek wrongful death damages if your loved one died in a Kingston truck accident, including funeral and burial costs and the financial and personal damages for each family member.

Do you have a Kingston truck accident lawyer near me?

At Banks & Jones, we make it easy to meet with us. While we see most clients at our Knoxville office, we also arrange to meet ill or immobile clients at other locations and conduct consultations by phone and via video calls.

We understand how anxious and concerned you are about getting well and returning to the life you had before the accident. Our personal injury lawyers are ready to fight to protect your future and compensate you for your damages.

Talk with a respected Kingston truck accident lawyer today

Truck accidents change lives. With medical care and family and employer support, many victims can move on with their lives. However, some victims never fully recover. At Banks & Jones, our Kingston trial lawyers fight to maximize your recovery. We’re respected across Tennessee for our record of substantial recoveries. Call our Kingston truck accident lawyers or fill out our contact form today to schedule a free consultation. We handle truck accident claims on a contingency fee basis.