Portland Truck Accident Attorneys
Wrongful Death Lawyers in Oregon
Vehicular manslaughter, or vehicular homicide, is a criminal offense involving causing the death of another through the negligent or reckless operation of a motor vehicle. In a trucking accident case, this occurs when a truck driver or trucking company’s negligence causes an auto accident which then results in the death of another. This may be an accident with a car, bus, motorcycle, pedestrian, or bicyclist or a collision with another truck.
Criminal prosecution and penalties may do little to console the family members of a victim who has lost his or her life due to a trucking accident. Fortunately, there is further legal action that the family can take – in the form of a civil lawsuit. A Portland truck accident attorney can assist the family members of a lost loved one in filing a wrongful death claim and lawsuit in order to hold the negligent driver responsible for his or her conduct.
Vehicular Manslaughter & Trucking Accidents in Portland, Oregon
A fatal truck accident may be caused by any of a number of factors:
- An overloaded truck
- A negligent truck driver
- Poor road or weather conditions
- A negligent driver of another vehicle
- Drunk driving
No matter the cause, a family will still be left without a loved one, facing medical bills, funeral expenses and an uncertain future. Our lawyers hope to help as much as we can.
Portland Trucking Accident Lawyers
When filing a wrongful death claim against a large trucking company, a lawyer must have the experience, tenacity and resources to have a chance at meeting with success. At our firm, we are committed to helping our clients reach the best possible outcomes for their particular trucking accident claims. We know that we cannot give you back your loved one, but we can take action to help you recover financial damages and hold the negligent driver responsible for what they have done.
Contact a Portland wrongful death attorney at our firm if you have lost a loved one due to a trucking accident.
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