Truck Accidents, Negligent Driving and Legal Representation After an Accident in Colorado
Everyone understands that honest accidents can happen in traffic. Sudden sun in the eyes, brakes that give out or a motorist with a heart attack may cause accidents that perhaps could not have been easily avoided.
In other cases, however, a truck driver was clearly driving carelessly and negligently:
- Talking on a cell phone while driving
- Texting while driving
- Engaging in activities such as looking at maps or fiddling with the car's radio
- Driving too fast for roadway conditions
- Drinking and driving
- Driving while excessively sleepy or tired (fatigued)
- Driving while under the influence of prescription or over-the-counter medications that specifically warn against driving while taking them
- Not reading or paying attention to provided signs and warnings, including the posted speed limit, yield signs and dotted lines on the road
Was a careless driver (whether car, motorcycle or truck driver) driving negligently in the crash that injured you or killed your family member? The best way to find out may be to have an experienced attorney undertake a detailed investigation into the events leading up to the crash. Police reports are likely to give scant information — and sometimes flat-out wrong information. More evidence is most likely required to build a strong case on your behalf if you were injured under these circumstances.
After an Accident Involving a Negligent, Careless Car or Truck Driver, a Lawyer at Coppola & Marlin, P.C., Can Advise You
Regardless of how your car accident happened, our attorneys welcome the opportunity to listen and advise you. But if negligent driving was a factor, your case for monetary compensation may be strengthened. Call or e-mail our law offices to schedule a free initial consultation with a Denver motor vehicle accident lawyer. We handle most cases on a contingency fee basis. We don't collect attorney fees unless we obtain monetary compensation for you.
