$125,000 Settlement After Freight Truck Accident
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Cincinnati’s location along major routes like I-75, I-71, and I-275 makes it a hotspot for heavy truck traffic—and unfortunately, serious truck accidents. You might not think twice about sharing the road with commercial vehicles—until a negligent truck driver or carrier causes a devastating crash.
If you’ve been injured in a collision involving a semi-truck, it’s critical to uncover what happened and who’s liable. At Kisling, Nestico & Redick, our Cincinnati injury lawyers have extensive experience investigating truck accidents throughout Ohio and a proven record of securing compensation for those hurt by trucking negligence.
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At Kisling, Nestico & Redick, our attorneys have secured compensation in a wide range of Hamilton County truck crash cases, including:
Cincinnati’s complex highway system and high-traffic urban areas see frequent truck collisions, especially where congestion and commercial routes overlap. Based on data from the Ohio Department of Transportation and local reports, some of the most dangerous areas for truck accidents in Cincinnati include:
These areas often involve a mix of highway speeds, merging traffic, and commercial freight routes—making them especially dangerous for large truck crashes. If you’ve been hurt in a truck accident at one of these Cincinnati hot spots for truck collisions, KNR is here to investigate, determine liability, and pursue the full compensation you deserve.
One of the most common causes of semi-truck accidents is speeding. However, many truck accidents result from distracted driving and recklessness. By identifying the cause, we can determine who was responsible for your injuries.
The first step in determining what caused your accident is getting the accident report from the Cincinnati Police Department.
Common truck accident causes include, but are not limited to:
When pursuing a civil claim or insurance settlement, establishing negligence and legal liability for your Cincinnati truck accident is essential. Based on the circumstances and contributing factors involved, one or more parties may be found negligent and, therefore, financially liable for your losses.
To be deemed negligent in a truck accident:
For example, if you believe the driver was negligent, you can potentially show they breached their duty toward you by speeding. As a result of their excessive speed, the driver was unable to avoid an accident with your vehicle. Finally, you must show how the accident led to your injuries and subsequent financial losses.
If you didn’t cause a truck accident, you should not be responsible for the financial damages it creates. Once you confirm that negligence occurred in your Cincinnati truck collision, you can identify the liable party. And depending on the factors and parties involved, this can be the driver, the truck driver’s employer, various other companies, and by extension, their insurance companies.
Potentially liable parties in a truck accident include but are not limited to:
Being injured in a truck wreck can wreak havoc on your life. No area of life is left unaffected from the high cost of medical bills to your pain and suffering.
Common truck accident injuries include:
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After a truck crash, you may pursue compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. According to state and federal laws, any driver that causes an accident due to recklessness or careless behavior is automatically responsible for any injuries or damage. However, getting the funds you deserve can be difficult without an experienced truck accident attorney.
The responsible party might deny liability or try to scare you into accepting less than what’s right. Let our truck accident lawyers ensure the trucking company treats you fairly, and their insurance company fully compensates you.
Financial losses that are often pursued in truck accident cases include, but are not limited to:
Losing a loved one in a truck wreck is devastating. What do you do now? What if funeral expenses drain your savings? What if your spouse was your family’s sole income? Call KNR for answers.
If you lost a spouse, child, or parent, you and your close relatives might be entitled to compensation. We’ll explain Ohio’s wrongful death law and the legal process.
Our Cincinnati truck accident attorneys will fight for your:
If your loved one suffered fatal injuries in a trucking accident, you may be able to recover the following damages through a wrongful death lawsuit:
After a truck accident, your safety is the top priority. Call 911 to report the accident and request medical assistance if needed. If possible, gather evidence by taking photos of the scene, the vehicles involved, and any visible injuries. Get contact information from witnesses and exchange details with the truck driver. Seek medical attention even if you feel fine, as some injuries may not be immediately apparent. Finally, contact an experienced truck accident lawyer to discuss your legal options.
Liability in a truck accident can involve multiple parties. The truck driver may be at fault if they were negligent, but the trucking company could also be liable for poor vehicle maintenance, improper hiring practices, or violations of federal regulations. In some cases, a third-party maintenance provider, cargo loader, or manufacturer of defective truck parts could also be responsible. A thorough investigation is necessary to determine who should be held accountable.
Truck accident cases are often more complex than car accident cases due to the involvement of multiple parties, federal regulations, and the potential for severe injuries. Trucking companies and their insurers typically have more resources and aggressive legal teams, making it challenging for accident victims to pursue claims on their own. Additionally, the evidence in truck accidents, such as electronic logging data and maintenance records, requires specialized knowledge to properly investigate and present.
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What Makes KNR Special?
At KNR, we help Cincinnati truck accident victims get compensation for their medical expenses, physical pain, and other damages. Let us guide you through the claim process. This includes documenting your losses, helping you get treatment, negotiating a truck accident settlement, and fighting for everything you are entitled to.
With our level of experience and record of success in Ohio truck accident cases, we know what it takes. For instance, we recently settled a case for $125,000 after a negligent truck driver struck our client.
The truck accident attorneys at Kisling, Nestico & Redick can help you get the compensation you need after a truck crash leaves you or a loved one injured.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, KNR is here to help. With multiple locations across Ohio, we proudly serve Hamilton County and offer free, no-obligation consultations. Our team is ready to assist you. Call (513) 221-0499 for a free consultation.
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We have a long history of fighting for people in Hamilton County truck accident cases. To find out more, call (513) 221-0499. We offer 100% free initial consultations, and there are no costs unless you recover compensation. See what our previous clients have to say.
