Philadelphia Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer

Contact a Philadelphia Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer After You Are Injured

Garbage trucks are common on the streets in and around Philadelphia. Each day, our area relies on garbage service to collect trash and help keep the city clean. When trash is not collected efficiently, the smells and sights are noticeable. In short, garbage collectors and the trucks they operate are an important part of Philadelphia and its surrounding cities. 

Unfortunately, garbage truck accidents have the propensity to cause injuries that can be severe in certain circumstances. Philadelphia garbage truck accident lawyer, Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C., has the experience and tenacity that you need to best pursue a garbage truck accident claim against the at-fault garbage truck driver, their employer, and any other party who may have contributed to the accident. 

Our team of legal professionals advocates for our clients inside and outside the courtroom. A complicated garbage truck accident case does not intimidate Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C. We relish the opportunity to serve our clients and to take on the challenges of their cases. Contact our office today for a free of charge consultation. These consultations can help you to learn your options and better prepare for your case. 

How Can a Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer Help You Position Yourself in a Personal Injury Claim?

Garbage truck accidents are unique. Rather than involving only two vehicles in most situations, a garbage truck accident often involves multiple vehicles and multiple parties. Garbage trucks are larger than personal vehicles and take more effort to maintain. A municipality or private garbage collection company may maintain its vehicle fleet as well as it ought to. As a result, fault for your accident may extend to multiple parties- not only the driver. 

While you are sorting out which parties to proceed to file a claim against, the at-fault parties are creating their legal strategies. Their first step is to deny fault for the accident and do everything possible to fight your claim. The pockets of garbage collection companies and municipalities are both deeper than yours. Additionally, these entities can hire the best personal injury defense law firms in Philadelphia. In short- you are at a distinct disadvantage when proceeding in a garbage truck accident case without representation. 

What are the Benefits of Hiring Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C.?

When you make a decision to hire the experienced Philadelphia garbage truck accident lawyer, Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C., you are going to benefit from the experience and expertise our office provides to each of our clients. We create a unique legal strategy for each of our clients. These strategies are created after meeting with you, learning about your case, and hearing you tell us what your goals are. 

Here is how our team of legal professionals approaches each garbage truck accident case. We investigate each garbage truck accident independently. This means that if Philadelphia Police, the garbage collection company or any other entity have conducted their own investigation that will not stop us from doing the same. Certainly, a police report detailing their opinion on the circumstances of the accident is important. However, Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C. does not stop there. 

As we have talked about, there is often more than one at-fault party in a garbage truck accident case. Our office will use the independent investigation we initiate to determine where fault lies and which party needs to be brought into your claim. Once our team of legal professionals has made a determination on who caused or contributed to your injuries we contact their insurance companies to confirm coverage. 

As soon as insurance coverage is confirmed, a claim(s) will be filed on your behalf. This claim represents an opportunity for the insurance company to acknowledge fault and offer a settlement. This is where settlement negotiations, collection of medical records and presenting a clear picture of you and your injuries is key. As an experienced Philadelphia garbage truck accident lawyer, Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C. knows how to build a legal case from scratch. 

Finally, documenting your medical treatment and diligently negotiating the claim are ideally the final steps of your claim. However, in the event that a settlement offer is not agreeable to you then a trial is scheduled. This trial allows you to present evidence as a means of having your damages made whole. Our team of legal professionals knows how to guide you after a garbage truck accident. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your case, your injuries and your rights. 

What are the Common Causes of Garbage Truck Accidents in Philadelphia?

There are many reasons that a garbage truck accident may occur. Typically, there are multiple factors which led to the garbage truck accident having occurred. Driver error is the most common cause. We see drivers everyday on Philadelphia-area streets miscalculate braking distance, thus causing seriously painful rear-end collisions. Or, poorly timed turns lead to side-swipe and “T-bone” accidents which produce injuries of their own variety, as well.

Two other factors which lead to their fair share of garbage truck accidents are mechanical defects and equipment error. These are factors which are more relevant in “big vehicle” accidents than those which involve smaller, private vehicles. Garbage trucks require regular maintenance as far as oil changes, inspections and engine repairs are concerned. When scheduled maintenance does not occur, problems result. Additionally, consider that replacement parts are more costly than ever. Trying to stretch the life of an existing part may make financial sense, but ultimately it is a safety hazard. 

Who May Be at Fault For Your Garbage Truck Accident?

Many parties have responsibility over a given garbage truck. The party who owns and operates the garbage truck must ensure that the vehicle is in proper working order. Additionally, the operator of the trash collection (either a private business or municipality) is ultimately responsible for the actions of the garbage truck driver. If the driver is intoxicated, ill-trained or has any other deficiency not only is the driver responsible but his employer may be, as well. 

Also, consider that even though a garbage truck may be involved in your accident it may not be the cause or sole cause of the accident. Pedestrians, other motorists and cyclists may also have a role to play in causing the accident. For that reason, it is especially important that you have an experienced Philadelphia garbage truck accident lawyer by your side. Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C. understands how to conduct an investigation into the origins of your accident. 

Another factor to consider is that filing a claim or eventually a lawsuit against a government entity is difficult. There are specific laws which must be followed if you need to sue a city or other municipality. Making mistakes associated with filing a claim or lawsuit can waste time and money. Trying to figure out the best way to proceed while you are also dealing with injuries is not easy. For that reason, consider reaching out to Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C. to learn more about the legal process surrounding garbage truck accidents. 

How to Proceed After a Garbage Truck Accident

Contacting 911 immediately after you suffer an injury in a garbage truck accident is essential. However, obtaining emergency medical services may not be possible if you are severely injured. As a result, you can and should flag down any person who witnessed the accident and ask them for help. If that person is willing to provide a statement to emergency personnel or law enforcement, then be sure to make note of this. Write down their contact information or save it in your phone for safe keeping. 

Medical attention comes next. Seeking immediate medical attention not only helps your potential claim or case but is in your best interests physically. Delaying medical treatment harms your well-being. Consider your circumstances and get to a doctor or other medical facility as soon as you are able. Declining medical care when offered potentially harms your body and your case simultaneously. Medical records form the backbone of a garbage truck accident case. 

Seeking damages for the harm you have suffered requires a plan. Working with an experienced Philadelphia garbage truck accident lawyer helps you create a plan that places your well-being at its center. Do not take for granted the opportunity to heal your body and address your lost wages, personal injuries and impact on your relationships. All of this can be achieved with a garbage truck accident case. Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire P.C. is here to help. 

Contact an Experienced Philadelphia Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer for More Information

A free of charge consultation with Anthony C. Gagliano, III, Esquire, P.C. is yours by contacting our office today. We take a great deal of pride in serving our community. When you are injured in a Philadelphia garbage truck accident do not wait for justice to find you. Instead, reach out to our office for more information on how we can help you advocate for your rights.