When the cab of a big rig truck brakes or swerves too suddenly, sometimes the truck’s trailer swivels around its pivot point so violently that its momentum forces it to swing wide to one side of the truck. The resulting V-shape formed by the unnatural angle of the cab and the trailer often resembles a pocketknife, or jackknife, being folded into its handle. Hence, the term “jackknife accident.”
Jackknife truck accidents pose a huge risk on the road. A jackknifed trailer may force the cab of a truck to spin around backward and continue down the road in reverse. It might cause the truck to roll over entirely. The truck might burst open and scatter its cargo all over the highway. In the worst accidents, the truck strikes other vehicles in its path and carries them along through its wake of destruction. Jackknife accidents often occur without warning and result in serious consequences.
If you or someone close to you was involved in a truck accident in El Paso, Texas, the jackknife crash lawyers from the Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, PLLC can help. Call us to schedule your free, confidential case review today.
Accidents can happen in a number of different ways. If you or a loved one has been hurt in an accident that was not your fault, you should speak to a personal injury lawyer in El Paso, Texas as soon as possible. Contact our law office today to set up a free consultation.
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If you were injured in an El Paso jackknife truck accident, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, PLLC for help. Texas law limits the amount of time you have to pursue legal action to two years. If you fail to bring your claim within this period, you may lose your right to compensation. Our team can help you ensure this doesn’t happen by establishing a solid framework for your claim, gathering compelling evidence, and aggressively negotiating for the compensation you deserve.
For more than 30 years, our experienced truck accident lawyers have dedicated their practice to helping injured victims like you recover from a wide variety of El Paso accidents. We have won millions of dollars in rightful compensation for our clients. We’re happy to offer our services on a contingency fee basis. This means you won’t owe us a cent unless we win or settle your case for you. We also offer free case reviews, so there’s absolutely no risk to you. Call us or contact us online to get started now.