Anybody who has ever been involved in an accident with a semi-tractor trailer knows that the car driver and passenger do not stand much of a chance. Our Charleston SC truck accident lawyers understand the sheer weight and size of the big 18-wheelers make them difficult to maneuver and stop under emergency conditions. Too often, an untrained truck driver or improper truck maintenance or loading make tractor trailers the most dangerous vehicles on the road.

Whether you are traveling in a motor vehicle or driving a truck, being involved in a truck accident carries larger consequences for everyone involved. Negligent drivers might lose their job, injuries are typically more severe, more property damages is involved, and sometimes a truck’s size leads to multi-vehicle accidents after the initial collision. The responsible parties for these accidents need to be held accountable, and compensation needs to be awarded to those affected.

If you have been injured in a truck accident, you need a skilled attorney who has experience with the extra challenges that come with these cases. A Hughey Law Firm truck accident lawyer will fight for what is rightfully yours if you were injured due to trucking negligence. Call one of the experienced truck accident lawyers in Charleston at Hughey Law Firm at (843) 790-2808 to learn about how we can help you after a truck accident.

Hughey Law Firm’s Results in Truck Accident Cases

The legal team at Hughey Law Firm has years of experience negotiating, settling, and litigating cases for clients who were injured in truck accidents. Recent case results include settlements that range from $750,000 to more than $5,000,000 depending on the situation. One client was injured driving a truck because of highway defect, a motorcyclist was injured when a truck hit his bike, and a motorist in a pickup truck became paralyzed after a truck accident. These past examples can’t guarantee a particular outcome for your case, but the skilled and compassionate lawyers at Hughey Law Firm will work to obtain the best outcome for your situation.