Columbia, IL

Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers in Columbia, IL. Semi-trucks are one of the leading causes of death in Illinois. A standard-sized semi-truck weighs approximately 80,000 pounds, including cargo, and when an accident occurs that involves a passenger vehicle, that weighs around 4,000 pounds, the damage can be catastrophic. If you need an Illinois Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer to help you navigate the process of filing a truck accident claim in Columbia, IL, or filing a wrongful death claim against a negligent CDL driver that’s responsible for your relative’s death, the attorneys at Hassakis & Hassakis, P.C. can help. Call (618) 244-5335 or (800) 553-3125 to schedule a free consultation and discuss your commercial truck accident case with our experienced Truck Accident Lawyers in Columbia, IL.

Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer in Columbia, IL

Every year, hundreds of people are the victims of semi-truck accidents in Illinois. In 2014, 61,081 people were injured in semi-truck accidents, while another 845 were fatally injured because of a truck driver’s carelessness. Our Illinois Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers, have helped victims of semi-truck accidents in Illinois for more than 60 years. Our attorneys have the resources and experience needed to file a compelling claim against the negligent party that’s valid under Illinois’ personal injury laws, make sure that your well-being is taken care of, and fight for the most compensation for your damages.

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Most semi-truck accidents are caused by truck drivers, rather than passenger vehicles, and are caused by negligent driving behaviors such as driver fatigue, speeding, driving under the influence, and distracted driving. Truck drivers are required to undergo 160 hours of in-classroom and supervised behind-the-wheel CDL training before hitting the highway, yet truck driver inexperience remains a common cause of truck accidents.

If you or someone you love is the victim of a semi-truck accident in Illinois, our attorneys are fully committed to protecting the details of your case and recovering the most compensation for your damages. Our Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers in Columbia, IL, have represented the cases of countless truck accident victims in Illinois, and have the results to prove it. Contact Hassakis & Hassakis, P.C. now to learn more about what makes our Illinois Truck Accident Lawyers the top choice for representation of truck, car, and other injury claims in Illinois.

Speak with a Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer in Columbia, IL, Now

With multiple locations, one in Mt Vernon, IL, and the other in Effingham, IL, our Illinois Truck Accident Attorneys have the reach needed to help injury victims throughout Illinois. Our attorneys are committed to winning the most damages for our clients and will take care of every element of your semi-truck accident claim, from start to finish.

From identifying liable parties (the truck driver, the company they are employed with, the manufacturer of defective equipment that might have contributed to the accident) to negotiating for the highest settlement, our experienced attorneys at Hassakis & Hassakis, P.C. {take every precaution to ensure the best results for our clients’ claims|can alleviate the stress of your situation, and ensure that you are satisfied with the results of your semi-truck accident claim. For more information truck accident wrongful death claims our attorneys have defended, or to schedule a free consultation, call (618) 244-5335, (800) 553-3125 (toll-free), or connect with our Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers in Columbia, IL, now.

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