On Wednesday afternoon, the driver sustained injuries and was airlifted to the hospital after a crash involving two big rig trucks near Coalinga.

It happened around 2:30 p.m. on Interstate 5 at 25th Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Officials said one of the big rigs rear-ended the other, causing one to be fully engulfed in flames.

With a broken leg, one of the drivers was taken to the hospital. The other did not suffer from any injuries.

Common causes of Big Rig Truck Accidents

Although no two accidents are the same, the following are some of the most common causes of big-rig truck accidents:

  •  Driver fatigue
  • Driving while distracted
  • Improper loading
  •  Improper maintenance
  •  Inexperienced drivers
  •  Reckless driving
  •  Poor Weather and road conditions

Big Rig Truck Accident Statute of Limitations in California

The state of California sets a time limit for filing a personal injury lawsuit against the party at fault. This time limit is known as a statute of limitations, and failing to claim within this time limit result in loss of your entitlement to compensation for your injuries.

In California, you have two years from the date of the injury to file for a personal injury claim.

The Compensation Claim for Big Rig Truck Accident in California

With the help of an experienced truck accident lawyer, truck accident victims can obtain compensation for both economic and non-economic damages.

For example, medical expenses, lost wages, future medical treatment, loss of future earning ability, loss of companionship for the wrongful death of a loved one, funeral and burial expenses, pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and other damages may be included in a settlement.

Big Rig Truck Accident Lawyers

Semi-trucks/Big rig trucks or 18 wheelers can weigh up to 40 tons! When comparing a semi’s 80,000 pounds to a 3,000- 6,000pound passenger vehicle, the consequences of collision are devastating.

Major trucking companies have deep pockets and practically unlimited legal resources at their disposal to defend their drivers, and they will go to great lengths to defend their drivers, regardless of the circumstances that leave you as overlooked collateral damage.

Hence the first thing they will do is dispatch their accident investigation team to the accident scene to minimize their liability in every way possible to protect their financial interests.

Due to which having your own private accident investigation team to collect the necessary evidence quickly, interview the accident witnesses, and secure testimony to bolster and strengthen your claims is essential for injured victims.

Khashan Law’s Big Rig Truck Accident Lawyers take pride in keeping excellent contact with our clients. Our highly experienced attorneys and staff promptly return all calls and emails and keep clients informed about the status of their cases.

If you or your loved one have been a victim of big rig truck accidents, Call us today at (951) 461-2387.