Durham Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck Accident Attorney in Durham, NC

In North Carolina, Durham residents rely on commercial trucks and vehicles to bring crucial goods and food items every day. Large trucks use NC 115 and I-77, which means they can cause serious accidents that leave victims with property damage and significant injuries. After a truck wreck, contact a Durham truck accident lawyer.

About the Law Office of Jacob Goad

I’m Jacob Goad, the founding attorney at the Law Office of Jacob Goad. I work hard to get what you need after a catastrophic truck accident. My firm has handled many of these claims, which means my team has a deep understanding of North Carolina and federal truck accident laws. I can investigate your specific accident, determine the value of your claim, and provide reliable legal support.

I attended the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill for my undergraduate work and the North Carolina Central University School of Law in Durham, North Carolina. Since graduation, I have worked hard to get the maximum recovery possible for victims in the Tar Heel State. Also, I speak Spanish and can provide legal advice in Spanish and English. Contact my office to hear more.

What Are Some Durham Truck Accident Hotspots?

Durham, NC, is a busy city with significant commercial truck traffic. This is due to its role in the Research Triangle and proximity to major highways. When accidents happen with greater frequency in an area, it’s considered an accident hotspot. Durham truck wreck hotspots include:

• I-40 & NC 55 Interchange
• NC Highway 147 near Briggs Avenue
• I-40 near Page Road
• I-85 near Durham and Granville Counties
• Sherron Road
• S. 70
• I-40 East near Fayetteville Road
• Fayetteville Road & Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
• Roxboro Street & Geer Street
• S. 15-501 & Mt. Moriah Road
• Guess Road & Carver Street

If you’re traveling anywhere near these Durham areas, it’s necessary to remain on high alert. Large trucks remain a significant danger throughout Durham County and the entire Tar Heel State. If you’re unable to avoid a wreck, contact a trusted commercial truck accident lawyer at our office.

Are There Any Common Causes of Durham Truck Accidents?

Commercial vehicles are required to follow federal regulations, and drivers must complete considerable training before they’re allowed to operate a commercial vehicle. Nonetheless, there are some common causes of local truck accidents.

Truck accidents in our area are linked to:

• Irresponsible commercial truck drivers
• Improperly or insufficiently trained drivers
• Drivers who fail to follow trucking rules
• Distracted truck drivers
• Drivers under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
• Failure to yield
• Speeding
• Mechanical issues
• Improperly balanced cargo
• High volumes of merging traffic
• Short merge lanes
• Confusing ramps
• Adverse weather conditions

There are many other ways collisions can occur. If you were involved in a wreck, it’s worth connecting with an attorney about a potential truck accident claim.

What Kinds of Trucks Are Involved in Wrecks Across Durham?

Durham truck accidents can involve:

• Commercial trucks
• Semi-trucks
• Tractor-trailers
• 18-wheelers
• Tankers
• Buses
• Vans
• Pickup trucks
• Flatbeds
• Dump trucks
• Tow trucks
• Construction vehicles
• Cement trucks
• Garbage trucks
• Delivery trucks
• Refrigerated trucks
• Multi-purpose vehicles
• Utility vehicles

A Durham truck accident attorney can represent your interests in essentially any kind of commercial vehicle claim. Reach out if you’ve been involved in a crash with these kinds of trucks or others.

In Durham, these vehicles and others cause rollovers, underride crashes, jackknife incidents, and rear-end collisions. These are typically catastrophic due to the size and mass of commercial vehicles and their longer stopping distance requirements. If you were hurt in Durham, contact my office to discuss your specific accident. We can determine how to maximize your recovery after a truck accident.

Important North Carolina Collision Data

In North Carolina, people are accident victims all too often. Across our state, there were about 1,630 accident-related deaths in 2022, according to the Department of Transportation. Also in 2022, North Carolina boasted nearly 10.7 million residents, which reflects a crash fatality rate of approximately 15.2 deaths for every 100,000 residents of our state. Sadly, this means that our fatality rate was higher than the U.S. average at 12.4 fatalities per 100,000 U.S. residents.

Specific to large trucks and buses, North Carolina saw 6,257 accidents linked to injuries and fatalities in 2023, per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Also, we saw 145 fatalities involving large trucks and buses.

As a result, please drive carefully throughout Durham so you can avoid becoming the victim of an accident. However, if you’re hit by a commercial truck driver, reach out to a knowledgeable attorney familiar with truck accident claims. They can explain the important steps to take and protect your victim’s accident rights.

What Steps Should I Take If I’m Hit by a Truck?

There are some important steps to take after an accident, as these can ensure your own safety and that of your potential claim. If a truck driver hits your vehicle, you should:

• Stop, and immediately call 911.
• Exchange contact information with all involved parties.
• Take photos and videos of the scene of the accident and your injuries if you can.
• Answer the questions law enforcement may ask you, but don’t give any opinion about the cause of your accident.
• Consider hiring an attorney for legal assistance.

Do I Have to Hire an Attorney After a Commercial Truck Crash in Durham?

While you don’t have to hire an attorney after a truck crash in our state, it’s always highly recommended. An attorney can provide extensive legal assistance. They can:

• Investigate your accident.
• Gather evidence to build a compelling accident claim.
• See if the driver was following both federal and state truck regulations.
• Use their understanding of complicated North Carolina personal injury laws to benefit your specific claim.
• Maximize your potential damages.

Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer at the Law Office of Jacob Goad

When you need to hire a truck accident lawyer with experience in resolving truck accident claims and optimizing recovery, reach out to the Law Office of Jacob Goad. I can prove that the truck driver caused your unique accident. I offer individualized attention to my clients and personalized advice based on their specific situations.

If you were involved in an accident or your family member was the victim of a fatal truck accident, we can help. At the Law Office of Jacob Goad, my team has experience with catastrophic accident recovery for truck accidents. Contact my office for a consultation.