California Big Rig Tire Blowout Accident Attorneys

As the number of big rigs on the road increases each year, tire blowouts are becoming more common. By themselves, blowouts aren’t necessarily dangerous. However, a driver unprepared for such an emergency can easily lose control of a commercial truck, putting other lives in danger. Often, receiving legal counsel immediately is the best method of recourse to ensure rapid recovery of damages, and at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, we represent individuals and families affected by blowout-related California truck accidents with our experienced team of big rig tire blowout accident attorneys in California.

Why Choose Our California Truck Accident Attorneys?

• Clients trust us when they need real results for life-changing accidents and injuries. Our law firm has a 99-percent case success rate and has collected over $3 billion since 2010.
• We care about our clients and always work relentlessly. You will benefit from individualized care and attention from your truck tire blowout accident lawyer, not an assistant or paralegal.
• We operate on a contingency fee basis for all truck accident cases, meaning you won’t pay us anything to take your case or represent you unless we secure compensation for your losses.

When to Contact a Truck Accident Lawyer 

Getting injured in a truck tire blowout accident in California can be overwhelming. You may need to focus on healing from your injuries at the same time as filing an insurance claim. You can trust an experienced truck accident attorney to take care of legal matters for you while you are in recovery. 

Your lawyer can investigate the collision, determine fault, identify the liable parties, collect evidence and negotiate with an insurance company to fight for the best possible results for your truck accident case. An attorney can also ensure you receive adequate medical care and have everything else you need during this difficult time.

 While an attorney can help you with a claim under any circumstances, it is especially important to have legal representation if you or a loved one suffered a catastrophic or life-changing injury in a truck tire blowout accident. Without a lawyer, you may accept far less than you deserve from a trucking company or insurer – making it more difficult for you to move forward.

What Causes a Tire Blowout?

Multiple factors contribute to the durability and reliability of commercial truck tires. Truck drivers or managing trucking companies are responsible for routine maintenance, repairs and inspections. Unfortunately, not all parties take these responsibilities seriously, though these tasks are a requirement for licensed commercial drivers. In our years of experience representing commercial truck accident victims, we have identified the main sources of big rig tire blowouts as follows:

• Tire imperfection. When tires do not wear evenly on the inside and outside, weak spots in the rubber are created. At higher speeds or during rough weather conditions, a tire containing too many weak spots is prone to explode. As a preventable cause of blowouts, uneven tread is easily replaced with a new tire.
• Lack of maintenance. Unaddressed damage to a tire may increase the chance of explosion, particularly while the rig is moving. Though regular maintenance would likely prevent a blowout, not all drivers or companies are diligent about routine vehicle maintenance.
• Improper inspection. Big rigs require regular inspection to ensure the safe operation of a commercial vehicle. Failure to submit to inspections may result in driving a big rig while significant risk factors are present.
• Speeding. If a big rig tire does contain imperfections, neglecting to obey the speed limit increases the probability of a blowout. Though most truck drivers understand the dangers of speeding, those disobeying the speed limit are more likely to be involved in an accident.

Whether one or any combination of these factors are present, the chance of a tire blowout drastically increases when measures are not taken to ensure maintenance and safety. As it stands, big rigs going approximately 60 mph require a few hundred feet of braking distance. In the event of a tire blowout, loss of control rapidly follows. During the few seconds a truck driver has to try and control the rig, serious injuries and property damage can occur. Our California truck tire blowout accident attorneys can help you recover compensation for injuries, a wrongful death, and property damage.

Types of Injuries Suffered in Truck Tire Blowout Accidents

When a large truck crashes, the results can be disastrous. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration states that in 2021 (the most recent year data is available), 5,700 large trucks were involved in fatal motor vehicle accidents. Most of the victims killed in commercial truck accidents are occupants of smaller vehicles. 

Truck tire blowout accidents can cause significant injuries, including: 

• Multiple bone fractures
• Soft-tissue injuries
• Neck and back injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Paralysis
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Facial injuries and disfigurement
• Internal injuries
• Burn injuries
• Severe lacerations
• Losses of limb
• Wrongful death

If you or a loved one sustained any type of physical injury or emotional trauma in a truck tire blowout accident in California, our personal injury attorneys can help. We have experience representing crash victims with all types of injuries, including catastrophic damage and wrongful death claims.

What Happens After a Commercial Truck Accident?

In the aftermath of a trucking accident, victims may be scared, confused and feel as though all hope is lost. Contacting the owner directly to recover losses often proves more frustrating than beneficial. Once medical treatment is obtained, the next best step is to contact an experienced attorney. The California big rig tire blowout accident lawyers at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP have years of experience helping victims receive due compensation after a truck-related accident.

Is a Tire Blowout Dangerous?

Truck tire blowouts pose a severe risk for both the truck driver and other passenger vehicles on the road. A tire blowout causes the trucker to lose control of the vehicle, resulting in severe crashes, injuries, and property damage. A tire blowout is dangerous because it causes a chain of events that endanger everyone’s lives.

• Tire debris can fly off and hit a vehicle’s windshield, causing the driver to lose control and/or crash.
• A trucker loses control of the big rig, making it difficult to safely steer in any direction, which can result in them crossing multiple traffic lanes and causing several car crashes.
• When a tire blows out, it causes the truck to tip on its side, which could result in a truck rollover accident, which can wreak havoc on a highway.

If you’re involved in a trucking accident caused by a tire blowout, an experienced California truck tire blowout accident lawyer can help you determine liability and guide you through a personal injury claim.

Types of Damages Available

Holding one or more parties accountable for your truck tire blowout crash could result in financial compensation, also known as damages, for your related losses. You may be eligible for compensation for both economic and non-economic losses caused by the collision from a trucking company or another party. 

While each case is unique, available types of damages often include: 

• Past and future medical expenses
• Property damage
• Lost wages
• Lost future capacity to earn
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of consortium

If you are filing a claim for the death of a family member from a truck accident in California, you may also be entitled to compensation for funeral and burial costs, lost inheritance, and your grief and mourning. Discuss the potential value of your truck tire blowout accident case with our attorneys for more information.

Contact Us To Recover Financial Compensation

Being involved in a big rig-related accident is a terrifying experience, but delaying help will only make the situation worse. Whether property was damaged, injuries were sustained or lives were lost, there is a legal option available to you. Waiting too long to begin the process may affect your chances of winning a case. Contact us at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP today on 877-800-1700 to schedule a free consultation with one of our dedicated California trucking accident attorneys.