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Manhattan and Bronx Rear-End Accident Attorneys
Not all vehicles on the road are created equal. Big commercial trucks are capable of causing enormous damage while coming away with very little damage of their own. The operators of these dangerous vehicles need to take special steps to prevent this from happening.
At The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., our New York car accident lawyers help accident victims and their families pursue fair money damages for the harm that has been done to them. Our lead attorney, David Perecman has been practicing law in New York for more than 30 years.
Based in Manhattan, we represent clients in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island and Westchester. To schedule a free consultation, don't hesitate to contact us today.
Understanding the Differences Between Cars and Trucks
Truck drivers need to be aware at all times of the power of their own trucks in relation to other vehicles on the road. The following factors can play a major role in trucking accidents:
- Trucks are much bigger than cars: 18-wheelers and other commercial trucks weigh many times more than passenger cars. In any collision between these two types of vehicles, virtually all of the damage is going to be suffered by the smaller car.
- Trucks are higher off the ground than cars: When a car gets in a rear-end accident with a truck, the car is very likely to slide underneath the truck unless the proper equipment is in place to prevent this potentially serious situation from happening.
- Commercial drivers spend more time on the road: People who drive tractor-trailers and delivery trucks for a living are more likely to get fatigued than commuters and casual drivers. They also tend to have more reasons to bend the rules and drive dangerously.
For all of these reasons and more, truck drivers and trucking companies have responsibilities to prevent accidents from happening. Truck drivers need commercial driver's licenses (CDLs), and they and their employers must follow special state and federal regulations.
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a trucking accident, our attorneys may be able to help you win money damages. Let us put our experience and passion to work for you.
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