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December, 2024: Injured in an Oklahoma Truck Accident? You need an Experienced Oklahoma Truck Accident Lawyer.
Thousands of Oklahomans will be seriously injured or killed in Truck Accidents in 2024, involving Semi Tractor Trailers, 18-Wheelers, and other Big Rig or Commercial Trucks.
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More Holiday Season Truck Wreck Injuries & Fatalities in Oklahoma: Serious truck accident injuries and fatalities dramatically increase during the months surrounding Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's because of the increased number of trucks speeding to deliver holiday packages and merchandise to retailers. These cases are complex, and require an EXPERIENCED Oklahoma Truck Accident Injury Attorney. If you've been injured in a 2024 Holiday Season Truck Accident in OKC, Tulsa or anywhere in Oklahoma, please contact Self & Associates immediately.
18 Wheeler Accident Lawyer: Cars, small trucks, SUVs and motorcycles are no match on our Oklahoma streets and highways for 18 wheeler big rig trucks. A fully-loaded 18 wheeler can weigh over 80,000 pounds -- compare that the average 4,000 pound car or light truck. Many truck drivers who are paid by the load they deliver often drive at excessive rates of speed or with a serious lack of sleep.
Oklahoma children could be at greater risk in a Truck Accident as many times their car seats and/or their position in the back seat of the car makes it more difficult to get them out, and more vulnerable to serious and catastrophic injury especially in a rear-end truck collision.
Oklahoma Semi and 18-Wheeler Truck Accidents on the Rise: In 2024 experts estimate there will be over 2,000 separate truck accidents in Oklahoma, including I-40, I-35 and the busy areas surrounding Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
There is a very strict Oklahoma Statute of Limitations limiting the amount of time you have to file a truck accident injury claim. So, if you've been seriously injured in a Truck Accident anywhere in Oklahoma, you need the Best Oklahoma Truck Accident Attorney on your side, right now.
For over 40 years, Oklahoma Truck Accident Lawyer James Self has successfully represented and recovered millions of dollars for his Oklahoma truck accident & personal injury clients -- -- this is not a combined number from several attorneys, this is Mr. Self's personal success record.
If you, your child, or anyone in your family has been injured in an accident involving a big rig truck, we can help -- please contact Oklahoma Truck Accident Attorney James Self, at Self & Associates for a free consultation, or call us right now at the toll-free phone number below.
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The faster big rig truckers go and the longer they can stay driving down the road, the more money they can make for themselves and the trucking companies they work for. Poor maintenance such as bad brakes or worn tires can also cause serious driving hazards to other motorists.
Often when a big truck is involved in a highway collision the resulting property damage and injuries to the occupants of the other vehicle are catastrophic.
There are many factors to consider in deciding How to Choose the Best Oklahoma Truck Accident Lawyer, including the amount of experience the attorney has in successfully mounting cases against large Truck Companies.
Especially in an truck accident injury case against a huge company like UPS, FedEx, Amazon, Walmart, DHL, J B Hunt, Target, Albertson's, Homeland or Walgreens, you deserve to have the absolute best legal representaion in Oklahoma!
With Over 40 Years of Experience, Self & Associates are Truck Accident Attorneys who are experienced in each of the different types of Oklahoma Truck Accidents, including:
Commercial Truck Accidents
18 Wheeler Accidents
Long-Haul Big Rig Truck Accidents
Serious Injury Accidents involving Major Retailer Delivery Trucks
Semi Tractor Trailer Accidents
Amazon, Fedex, UPS and Other Delivery Truck Accidents
Smaller Delivery Vehicle Accidents from Amazon, Albertson's, Walgreens, Target and other Oklahoma Grocery Stores & Retailers
Since injuries of all kinds and even death can often occur, the victims of these trucking accidents and their family are faced with long periods of medical treatment, staggering medical bills, lost wages, pain and emotional distress.
Families of these victims who have unfortunately lost their lives can be faced with medical and burial expenses and the loss of the family's financial support.
WHAT TO DO
If You've Been Injured in a Truck Accident Anywhere in Oklahoma:
Call 911 and report the accident to the police or highway patrol
If able, Safely Take Photos or Videos of the scene and vehicles' damage, including the Truck.
Seek immediate medical attention for your injuries. You should go to the hospital by ambulance if you are in significant pain or have suffered any head trauma
Do not give a statement to the truck company's insurance company or its company representatives until you have retained a lawyer to advise you and protect your interests.
Do not post anything about the accident or your injuries on social media that could jeopardize your chances of recovery.
Find the Best Oklahoma Truck Accident Injury Lawyer, to protect your rights, collect evidence & help you build your injury case, and shield you from predatory insurance company practices.
Call TRUCK ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER James Self at Self and Associates for a FREE CONSULTATION and our pledge of NO FEE IF NO RECOVERY
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James Self and Self and Associates have won numerous Oklahoma Truck Accident cases, recovering Millions of dollars for their clients. We know Oklahoma Truck Accident Injury Law, and how to deal with the trucking companies, and truck insurance companies, and will work hard to make sure that the victims of these unfortunate tragedies receive the compensation they deserve.
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Truck Accident Injury Law Library Entry for Wednesday December 04, 2024
Questions About Truck Accidents
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates trucking companies, establishing rules for how many consecutive hours a trucker can drive, how heavy a load can be, and other factors. The goal of these regulations is to decrease the number and severity of truck accidents.
How many hours is a truck driver permitted to be on the road at any one time?
The FMCSA allows truckers to drive for 11 consecutive hours with a minimum of 10 hours of downtime afterward. This requirement is designed to ensure that truckers get adequate rest to help avoid accidents caused by fatigue and sleep deprivation.
If a trucker takes time to rest, won’t he just speed to make up the time later, increasing the odds of an accident?
Trucking companies are not allowed to impose an unrealistic schedule on a driver. Trucking companies have a responsibility to ensure that a load is safely delivered in a timely fashion, but they must also take into account the distance and possible delays the driver will face. If a company places unrealistic demands on a truck driver and an accident occurs as a result, the company can be held responsible for damages.
Who is responsible for a truck accident?
Because so many different companies and contractors can be involved in a truck delivery, the responsible parties in truck accidents can vary. In many instances, a trucking company that has imposed an unrealistic schedule on a trucker is to blame. Truckers themselves can be at fault because of distracted or reckless driving. If the truck was overloaded, or if the freight was not properly secured, the company that loaded the truck might also be liable for damages.
If you have been injured in a truck accident in the state of Oklahoma, please contact experienced truck accident attorney James Self at Self & Associates to schedule your free initial consultation. We can help you pursue the compensation you need to make a full recovery.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates trucking companies, establishing rules for how many consecutive hours a trucker can drive, how heavy a load can be, and other factors. The goal of these regulations is to decrease the number and severity of truck accidents.
How many hours is a truck driver permitted to be on the road at any one time?
The FMCSA allows truckers to drive for 11 consecutive hours with a minimum of 10 hours of downtime afterward. This requirement is designed to ensure that truckers get adequate rest to help avoid accidents caused by fatigue and sleep... Read More of This Article from our Truck Accident Injury Law Library
If you or a family member have been injured or killed as the result of a collision with a big rig Truck, James Self would like to talk with you. Don't let the insurance adjuster take advantage of you at the time of this confusion. Please contact our Oklahoma truck accident law firm today to schedule a free case evaluation.
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