Springfield and Joliet Truck Accident Attorneys

Causes of Illinois Truck Accidents

An Illinois truck accident may have any of a number of causes, and all can lead to serious injury or even death – most often to occupants of other vehicles. The lawyers at Cagle Law Firm are committed to helping truck accident victims who have been injured or who have lost a loved one. By being your advocate and aggressively asserting your rights in regards to your claim or lawsuit, the lawyers at the firm can help you obtain maximum compensation for your losses.

A truck accident may be caused by one or more of the following:

• Driver error
• Lack of training or experience
• Weariness or fatigue
• Distractions
• Alcohol or drug abuse
• Defective equipment, such as brake failure
• Poor road conditions
• Severe weather conditions
• Speeding
• Reckless driving
• Disobeying safety procedures
• Poor vehicle maintenance or repair
• Failure to yield the right of way
• Truck driver blind spots
• Defective tires
• Overloaded trucks or tractor trailers
• Improperly loaded trucks
• Motor vehicle inspection failure

Truck Accident Lawyers Serving Springfield and Joliet, Illinois

The Illinois truck accident lawyers at Cagle Law Firm are experienced in dealing with all types of truck accidents, including 18-wheeler accidents, delivery truck accidents, commercial vehicle accidents and small truck accidents. By applying their knowledge of and experience with Illinois personal injury and wrongful death laws, claims and lawsuits, the team of lawyers at the firm is able to secure positive results in a number of the cases they take on.

Cagle Law Firm takes on truck accident cases for clients throughout Joliet, Springfield, Granite City, Decatur, Peoria and the surrounding areas in Southern Illinois.

Contact an Illinois truck accident attorney at Cagle Law Firm for a free consultation regarding your accident.