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Jackknife Truck Accident Lawyer In San Francisco
A jackknife brake accident occurs when a truck’s trailer swings forward, so that it is at a perpendicular angle to the truck. When big-rig trucks cause jackknife brake accidents, a thorough investigation often reveals that the truck’s brakes became locked, which led to brake instability. Coupled with the weight and speed of the truck, a jackknife brake accident can wreak havoc on roads and can lead to catastrophic injuries.
If your loved one was injured in a truck accident, we at Scarlett Law Group can assist you during this trying time.
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Our team of San Francisco injury attorneys is committed to helping seriously injured victims obtain the maximum compensation they are entitled to by law. We create results-driven strategies in order to help our clients obtain the monetary damages they need to pay for their medical care, wage loss, and need for physical therapy. We are passionate about protecting the rights of the men and women we represent.
Attorney Randall H. Scarlett, our firm’s founder, has been distinguished with the following:
- A 10.0 “Superb” rating on Avvo – a perfect score
- An AV®Preeminent™ Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®
Our firm also represents the surviving family members of those who have died in negligence-related trucking accidents. If you are grappling with the loss of a loved one, we can help you file a wrongful death claim.
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How Jackknife Accidents Occur
To allow for a free-moving design, semi-truck trailers are connected to their trucks by means of a swiveling joint. This allows drivers to maneuver their large vehicles more easily, but this design also makes it possible for the trailer to swing forward, causing a jackknife accident.
Jackknife accidents are commonly caused by:
- Brake failure or error: Improper braking, either through driver error or brake malfunction, can also cause a jackknife accident. In an improperly set brake system, the trailer axles are locked sooner than the tractor axles under heavy braking.
- Speeding or slippery roads: Excessive speed or slippery roads can cause drivers to lose control, which may cause the trailer to swing forward and jackknife.
- Unbalanced cargo: If the weight of a trailer is unevenly distributed or if the cargo is poorly secured, it can throw the vehicle off-balance, causing the trailer to swing forward.
Who Could Be Liable In Jacknife Accidents?
Several different parties can be held liable after an accident, including trucking accidents, drivers, cargo loading companies, vehicle manufacturers, and so on. Determining liability can be tricky, which is why it’s best to discuss the details of your case with an experienced attorney. Depending on the circumstances of your crash, the resulting damage, and several other factors, our experienced attorneys at Scarlett Law Group can work with you to identify the liable party and file a claim.
Truck Accident Legal Team Passionately Protecting Your Rights
Each catastrophic personal injury case is different, which is why our legal team handles each one with a different approach. As soon as you retain our services, we will carefully review all the details and evidence pertaining to your accident in order to determine who should be held financially liable. We also consult with a network of experts in order to further solidify your claim.
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