Mt. Pleasant 18 Wheeler Accidents Lawyer

Carolina Tractor Trailer Accident Attorney

Shipping is the lifeblood of the American economy. Here on the South Carolina coast, we have a shipping corridor which serves all sides of the river. The State Ports Authority Terminal in Charleston is one of the largest containerized shipping ports in the United States, and is busy day and night.

Many independent truckers work on a very tight deadline, driving on secondary roads which are often poorly lit and poorly maintained. Serious 18 wheeler accidents often result from negligence on the part of the trucker or the trucking company.

If you have been injured in a trucking accident or have lost a loved one in a fatal accident, you have the right to pursue compensation for your losses. Because trucking accidents are fairly complicated, we recommend you consult with an experienced tractor trailer accident attorney — someone who knows the South Carolina court system and is willing to fight for you every step of the way.

Contact The Lowcountry Lawyer at the Clore Law Group in Charleston South Carolina for a free initial case review. We serve clients in South Carolina and throughout the southeastern United States, including North Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi, Missouri, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Many who are involved in tourist accidents here in South Carolina have found it helpful to retain local counsel to help them handle the insurance company and file a claim for compensation.

Pursuing Compensation For 18 Wheeler Accidents

Vernon Glenn is skilled in building a strong case for compensation following 18 wheeler accidents. When we accept a case, we investigate the accident thoroughly, including fault on the part of the driver or trucking company:

• Maintenance of the truck
• Safety features such as condition of the brakes and tires
• Lack of rest breaks for the driver
• Overloaded rig
• Excessive speed
• Drug or alcohol use

Many clients do not know that a truck driver must perform a safety check of the truck before embarking. The truck companies themselves are very aggressive after truck accidents. They typically send investigators right away to interview witnesses, take statements and photograph the scene. Their aim is to shift responsibility away from themselves and onto the other motorist.

We advise clients to speak only with law enforcement. Do not sign anything until you have spoken to an attorney, and do not say anything to a trucking company investigator. A personal injury lawyer at The Lowcountry Lawyer at the Clore Law Group can help protect your rights and pursue the compensation you need after a truck accident, so we advise clients to call us as soon as possible following 18 wheeler accidents.

We work on contingency. You pay no legal fees unless we win compensation for you. We can also help with Workers' Compensation and wrongful death claims. Call our Mount Pleasant office toll free at 800-610-2546 or 843-971-1999 or contact us via e-mail.