Experienced Beaver County, Pittsburgh area, and Western PA Lawyer for Trucking Accident Victims
3399 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, Beaver County, PA 15001
Phone 724.987.4896
Toll Free 866.306.5990
Evenings & Weekends 724.987.4566
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Trucks are vital to our country. The trucking industry provides thousands of good jobs for people and their trucks deliver the goods to our stores that allow us to live the comfortable lives we lead. Commercial trucks though, by their very nature are exceptionally large and heavy. Truck drivers must therefore be extra careful in operating their vehicles. Trucks have longer stopping distances because of their weight and the turning radius of trucks are much greater than that of a passenger car. Commercial vehicles are also driven much heavier than cars, creating a risk that a truck's mechanical functions can fail. Commercial truckers also tend to drive long distance and face a risk of falling asleep while driving.
Mechanical failure or driver negligence can lead to a crash between a truck and a car. When this happens, the occupants of the car can suffer significant injuries because of the difference in size and weight between the truck and the car. If you have been injured because of the negligence of a truck driver, contact Pennsylvania's Palmieri & Matvey today. We are a full-service personal injury law firm, based in Aliquippa, representing injured victims and their families.
Free Consultation for Injury Cases - Fees Based on Results for You
Law Offices of Palmieri & Matvey, P.C.
866.306.5990 | 724.987.4896 | contact us by e-mail
Evenings and Weekends 724.987.4566
Attorney Representing Injured Pennsylvanians since 1995
Common Causes of Truck Crashes
- Driving too fast
- Steering overcorrection
- Overloaded/overweight vehicle
- Intoxicated, inattentive or sleepy driver
- Mechanical failure due to poor maintenance
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2007 National Crash Facts |
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 4,584 Large Trucks and 278 Buses Involved in Fatal Crashes 4,808 Fatalities in Crashes Involving Large Trucks and 322 Fatalities in Crashes Involving Buses  139,587 Large Trucks and 12,917 Buses Involved in Non-Fatal Crashes 56,487 Large Trucks and 6,953 Buses Involved in Injury Crashes 83,908 Injuries in Crashes Involving Large Trucks and 15,888 Injuries in Crashes Involving Buses 83,100 Large Trucks and 5,964 Buses Involved in Towaway Crashes 2,248 Large Trucks and 10 Buses Involved in Hazmat (HM) Placard Crashes |
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Source: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration: Large vehicle crash Statistics
Contact Attorney Matvey for a Free Initial Consultation - Fees Based on Results for You
If you have been injured in a crash caused by a tractor-trailer truck or other commercial vehicle, please contact attorney Thomas R. Matvey. We believe you have right to full compensation and will fight to protect your interests.
Visit our office for a free consultation regarding your trucking accident. We will deal with the insurance companies so you can focus your attention on recovery. Attorney Thomas R. Matvey, is an experienced negotiator and litigator and has handled numerous injury and third-party claims. Should we be unable to reach an agreement in your case, we can file a lawsuit to protect your rights. When we sue on your behalf, we will guide you through the legal system and protect your rights. Lawsuits involving trucking companies can be filed against the truck driver and the commercial trucking company, ensuring that the lawsuit properly protects all available claims for your injuries stemming from the truck accident.
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Serious injuries or wrongful death may occur from automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, boating accidents, slip and fall accidents, dog bites, pedestrian knock down accidents, or other incidents causing injury. Often, these "accidents" could have been avoided if reasonable preventative measures had been taken. At Palmieri & Matvey, we are a full-service personal injury law firm based in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. We represent victims and their families who are fighting for justice and fair compensation for their injuries. For a free consultation, Contact us today. We can discuss what your case could be worth, what the insurance company involved owes you, and whether you do in fact need an attorney to represent you.
Free Consultation for Injury Cases
Law Offices of Palmieri & Matvey, P.C.
866.306.5990 | 724.987.4896 | contact us by e-mail
Evenings and Weekends 724.987.4566
Representing Injured Pennsylvanians since 1995
At the law offices of Palmieri & Matvey, P.C., we represent clients throughout Pennsylvania. Our office is conveniently located off Route 60 near the Center Township Exit and the Beaver Valley Mall. Standard hours are 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with weekends and evenings by appointment. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation.
An Experienced and Professional Beaver County Lawyer
Personal Injury ● Social Security Disability ● Estate Administration ● Wills and Powers of Attorney
Law Offices of Palmieri & Matvey, P.C.
866.306.5990 | 724.987.4896 | contact us by e-mail
Evenings and Weekends 724.987.4566
