Concrete Truck Accident Attorney In Indianapolis, IN

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Concrete trucks deliver cement, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other building materials to construction sites and highway work zones throughout Indiana. Like all commercial trucks, concrete trucks carry significant weight and have extensive blind spots. Operating a concrete truck safely requires a qualified truck driver with training and experience.

When a concrete truck driver is careless or disregards safety protocols, the driver puts others sharing the road or job site at risk of serious injuries in a concrete truck accident. If you have been injured in a concrete truck crash, turn to a knowledgeable concrete truck accident lawyer at Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC.

Our attorneys have advocated for the rights of concrete truck accident victims throughout Indiana for more than 20 years. Our firm was founded to help people recover full compensation after preventable accidents caused by the negligence of others. The same commitment to justice guides us today.

When you work with Craig, Kelley & Faultless, you will have our legal team’s full dedication and attention. We strive to treat each client with compassion and respect as we would want our own loved ones to be treated. You will have your attorney’s direct cell phone number. Our firm will promptly respond to your calls and emails.

You can expect to have legal representation from highly experienced, award-winning attorneys. Our Indianapolis concrete truck accident attorneys have received a 10.0 Superb Rating from Avvo and an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and have been invited to join the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which recognize attorneys who have secured seven-figure-plus recoveries for clients.

Contact our firm today for a free case evaluation with a concrete truck accident lawyer. Discuss your legal rights and options for seeking financial recovery and moving forward.

Causes of Concrete Truck Accidents

The most common causes of concrete mixer truck accidents include:

Concrete Truck Accident Cases

Concrete trucks can get into many kinds of accidents and collisions, including:

  • Sideswipe accidents – A sideswipe accident occurs when the side of a concrete truck collides with the side of another vehicle. This type of accident frequently occurs when concrete truck drivers attempt to make an unsafe lane change by failing to signal or check mirrors and blind spots. As the concrete truck changes lanes, the truck collides with another vehicle already occupying the lane.cement mixer truck
  • Rear-end accidents – The hood length of a concrete truck and the high seating position of the driver mean that concrete trucks have blind spots that extend as much as 10 feet from the front of the truck. If a concrete truck driver tailgates another vehicle, the truck driver may lose sight of that vehicle and slam into it if the front vehicle needs to stop quickly.
  • T-bone accidents – In a T-bone accident, the front of a concrete truck may collide with the side of another vehicle. The vehicles are perpendicular to each other at the moment of impact, forming a “T” shape. T-bone collisions commonly occur at intersections when a commercial truck runs a stop sign or red light.
  • Head-on collisions – Head-on collision accidents occur when a vehicle drifts over the center line into the path of oncoming traffic. These types of collisions also happen when a concrete truck fails to yield to oncoming traffic when making a left turn or a drowsy driver falls asleep while driving. Head-on collisions often lead to the most catastrophic injuries and property damage due to the violent forces involved in the crash.
  • Back-up accidents – A concrete truck may hit another vehicle or a person on foot such as a construction worker when backing up, especially if the truck is not equipped with a reversing warning siren or if the siren is broken, and when a truck driver fails to use their mirrors to check behind their truck when backing up.
  • Rollover accidents – In a rollover accident, a concrete truck may either tip over onto its side. Rollovers may occur due to a brake failure or tire blowout, or due to speeding or driving too fast for conditions.
  • Bicycle and pedestrian accidents – When traveling to construction zones in urban areas, concrete trucks may encounter bicyclists and pedestrians. If a truck driver fails to look out for bicycles and pedestrians, including when making right turns or proceeding through an intersection or crosswalk, the truck driver can put cyclists and pedestrians at risk of devastating or even fatal injuries.

Pursuing a cement mixer truck accident case requires locating and examining various types of evidence to determine what caused the accident and who should be held accountable for the injuries and losses that result from the accident. The business that owns the concrete truck may dispute liability in the accident.

Evidence We Gather for Truck Accident Cases

At Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC, our attorneys work hard to secure evidence such as:

  • The truck driver’s toxicology report. Some commercial drivers are required to submit to alcohol/drug screens after an accident involving injury or death.
  • The truck driver’s employment and driving records.
  • The truck’s electronic data recorder, if equipped with one. This “black box”-like device can record important information about the truck’s operation, such as its speed, GPS position, and driver steering/braking/acceleration inputs.
  • The load manifest, which can show what the concrete truck was hauling.
  • The truck’s inspection and maintenance records, which may reveal if important maintenance was deferred or not properly performed.
  • The truck driver’s logs, if the driver is required by state or federal law to track their duty hours. A driver who stays on duty or behind the wheel for too long runs the risk of becoming fatigued or tired.
  • Post-crash inspection reports from the truck, which may reveal if a design or manufacturing defect caused the accident.

Compensation for Concrete Truck Accidents

If you were injured in an accident involving a cement truck, you may be entitled to seek financial compensation for expenses and losses incurred after the accident, including:

  • Property damage, including repair bills for your car if you were driving at the time of the accident, or the cash value of your vehicle if it was totaled in the accident
  • Medical expenses, including hospital bills, doctors’ appointments, surgeries, and other procedures, prescriptions, physical/occupational therapy, and out-of-pocket purchases
  • Long-term care expenses, such as home health services or home renovations to help accommodate permanent disabilities caused by your injuries
  • Loss of income from missed time from work while treating and recovering from injuries
  • Loss of future earning potential if you cannot return to work after the accident
  • Physical pain and emotional trauma or distress
  • Loss of quality of life due to physical disabilities or scarring/disfigurement that affects daily living or the ability to partake in activities you previously enjoyed

Indiana Statute of Limitations

Under the statute of limitations on truck accident lawsuits in Indiana, you usually have two years from the date of a concrete truck accident to file a lawsuit seeking compensation for your personal injuries. If you file suit after the statute of limitations has expired on your claim, you risk having your case dismissed by the court and losing the right to recover compensation after an accident.

Pursuing Compensation from the Liable Parties After an Accident with a Concrete Truck

If you have been injured in a concrete truck crash, you may be able to pursue financial compensation from one or more parties that bear responsibility for causing or contributing to the accident that injured you.

Parties that may be liable to compensate you following a concrete truck accident include:

  • The truck driver
  • The construction or trucking company that owned or operated the concrete truck and/or employed the driver. The owner of the truck may be held liable for the driver’s negligence or directly liable for negligently hiring, training, or supervising the driver
  • The mechanic of the concrete truck, if the accident was caused by negligent or inadequate vehicle maintenance
  • The manufacturer of the truck or of parts used in the truck if the accident was caused by design or manufacturing defects

Get Help from an Indianapolis Concrete Truck Accident Lawyer

If you have been hurt in a cement truck crash, call Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC at (800) 746-0226 or contact us online today for a free, no-obligation consultation with an experienced Indianapolis concrete truck accident lawyer. Don’t hesitate to learn what our firm can do to help you through the process of pursuing a claim for compensation for your injuries and losses.

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