There are Very Real Practical and Legal Differences That Make it Important for Those Involved in an Accident with a Heavy Truck to Obtain the Right Legal Advice.

Truck accidents are different! As a practical matter, accidents involving a heavy tractor-trailer are more likely to cause catastrophic injuries than those involving an automobile. Instead of dealing with strains and sprains, spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injury might very well be involved. Because of this, it is important for an attorney to know where to turn for expert medical information and assistance in the event that a truck accident causes such a catastrophic injury.

From the legal perspective, the differences are equally significant. Because of the catastrophic nature of the injuries often suffered in a truck accident, it is vital to establish the identity of every liable party and the availability of every potential insurance policy in order to be certain that an injured person receives appropriate compensation. Additionally, there are certain state and federal laws that come into play that do not apply in a typical car accident situation. With truck accidents, issues regarding hiring, driver training and truck maintenance can all come into play.

An injury resulting from an accident with a heavy truck can dramatically change your life. In situations like this it is vital that you have an attorney who can answer your questions, provide you direction and help you protect and pursue your truck accident claim.

We Can Help You Get The Answers You Need

Our Kansas City truck accident attorneys encourage you review the information contained in the Trucking Accident section of our website. Here you will find:

Articles providing detailed information about trucking accidents
Answers to frequently asked questions about truck accidents
Guidance on what to do if you are involved in a truck accident
Videos with tips and explanations that you will find helpful
Free books that we've written that you can download right now

You May Still Have Questions. If so, Just Ask!

We encourage you to contact us with any questions you have about your truck accident situation. Please use the "Just Ask" section on this website to send us a question, or call us at 816-471-5111 to talk about your case with a Kansas City truck accident lawyer for no cost or obligation. We want to help!

Insurance company adjusters are not there to represent your interests. Contrary to their TV commercials, insurance companies are in business to make money, not to be fair to you. If you believe that you are in their good hands and that they will be fast, fair and friendly to you, you will be sadly mistaken.

How can you protect yourself? First, download our FREE book "10 Essential Steps You Must Take to Protect Your Injury Claim - How You Can Escape the Personal Injury Trap". There is no charge for this excellent, informative book and it will give you great advice so you don't risk ruining your claim.

YOU are our Number One priority

At Roswold Law Group, we have helped trucking accident injury victims just like you and we know the enormous difficulties presented by your situation. We want to see you get back on your feet after a serious injury and get the justice and compensation you deserve. Don't fight the insurance company all by yourself; contact our Kansas City truck accident attorneys today, and find out how it feels to have an experienced attorney fighting for you while you concentrate on your health because at Roswold law Group, you come FIRST.

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Blog for Trucking Accidents

Library for Trucking Accidents:

Back To School In Kansas City – Follow These Tips To Prevent School Bus Accidents And Injury.
Description: Every year, about 27 children are killed in accidents involving school buses. About 13 of these children are school bus passengers. The rest are pedestrians. The accidents occur while the child is waiting for the bus or getting or off the school bus. Before your child starts school this year, take a minute to review these school bus safety rules with your child. The Kansas City child injury attorneys at Roswold Law Group wish you and your children a safe and happy school year. We hope you won’t need us, but if your child is injured because of an adult’s negligence while on the school bus, in school or at an after school activity, contact our Kansas City personal injury lawyers at 1-888-348-2616 to learn about your legal rights.
Medicated drivers… large trucks… a recipe for disaster
Description: Prescription drug use is an associated factor in 28.7 percent of commercial truck accidents. Over-the-counter drug use was an associated factor in 19.4% of large truck wrecks. If you have been seriously injured or have lost a loved one in a truck crash caused by a medicated driver, contact the Kansas City accident attorneys at Roswold Law Group. You have legal rights and we are here to protect them. When you call our office at 888-348-2616, be sure to request our free guide, “10 Essential Steps You Must Take to Protect Your Injury Claim.”
Get the facts about Missouri trucking accidents.
Description: This article gives facts about the trucking industry and truck accidents in Missouri and Kansas. If you have been injured in a Missouri trucking accident then the facts aren’t so important. What is important is getting you the help you need so you can recover from your injuries and get back to living your life. The Kansas City personal injury at Roswold Law Group can help. Call our office at 1-888-348-2616 to schedule a free initial consultation with one of our trucking accident attorneys.
Who is at risk on Missouri highways? Large truck accident fatality statistics 2008.
Description: Since 1987, there has been a 58 percent increase in the number of large commercial trucks on American highways. These trucks travel more and more miles every year. While the risk of any one 18-wheeler truck being in an accident is low, large truck accidents are among the most deadly on the road. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a Kansas City large truck accident, contact Roswold Law Group. Our attorneys can give you the help you need to get full compensation from the insurance and trucking companies, so you can heal from your injuries and live your life. Call 888-348-2616 to schedule a free consultation and learn about your rights.
Kansas City trucking accidents can have devastating consequences. We can help.
Description: Every year, over half a million 18-wheelers are involved in traffic accidents. Because of the massive size of these vehicles, big rig trucking crashes are among the most dangerous on our nation’s highways. About 5,000 of these wrecks result in fatalities. Semi truck collisions account for about one-eighth of all traffic fatalities. If you have lost a loved one or have been injured in a commercial truck wreck in Missouri or Kansas, call the Roswold Law Group. Our Kansas City trucking accident attorneys have experience dealing with large and small trucking companies, and we will do our best to get you compensation for your injuries, medical costs, pain and suffering and other losses. If you need help or wonder if you have a case, contact our office at 888-348-2616.
Truck Drivers Falling Asleep: Are you or a loved one a victim of......
Description: If you or a loved one has been injured due to a collision with a semi-truck, you will find answers to your most important and immediate questions right here. Also, you can download our FREE book, “10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Personal Injury Claim, How You Can Escape the Personal injury Trap, The Ultimate Guide to Personal Injury Cases in Missouri and Kansas.”
Truck Accidents and Their Common Causes: Are You A Victim Of ...
Description: Truck accidents and their many common causes are listed here. If you or your loved one has been seriously injured due to a trucking collision, get answers and learn how to protect your well being and your rights. The experienced attorneys at Roswold Law Group bring decades of experience successfully fighting for clients in numerous cases resulting in significant settlements and verdicts. Let us handle all of the details while you concentrate on what is most important – your recovery.

For more information or for your FREE consultation with no obligation, please contact Roswold Law Group at 816-471-5111 or by clicking "Just Ask"
Commercial Trucking Accidents
Description: If you or a loved on has suffered an injury due to a commercial truck accident, you are likely to have some immediate and important questions. There are answers to some of your most important questions right here on our website. For more information, you should also download our FREE book, “10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Injury Claim, How You Can Escape The Personal Injury Trap, The Ultimate Guide To Accident Cases in Missouri and Kansas,” right here on our website.
At Roswold Law Group, we have been representing victims of motor vehicle collisions, including those who have been needlessly injured at the hands of a commercial truck driver, for more than 15 years. We understand that a serious medical injury can have devastating consequences and we are dedicated to thoroughly representing the victims of such injuries every step of the way. Contact the experienced lawyers at Roswold Law Group at (816) 471-5111 for a FREE consultation with no obligation.
Insurance Companies Drag Their Feet To Delay or Avoid Legitimate Claims
Description: If you believe that you or a loved one is being harmed by aggressive insurance company tactics, you can find answers to some of your most important and immediate questions right here on this website. For more information, you should also download our FREE book, “10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Injury Claim, How You Can Escape The Personal Injury Trap, The Ultimate Guide To Accident Cases In Missouri and Kansas.”
If you’ve been seriously injured, protect your well being first and then your rights. The experienced attorneys at Roswold Law Group bring decades of experience successfully fighting for clients against major corporations and insurance companies in numerous cases resulting in significant settlements and verdicts. Let us handle all of the details while you concentrate on what is most important – your recovery.
For more information or for your FREE consultation with no obligation, please contact Roswold Law Group at 816-471-5111 or by clicking “Just Ask” (link).