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Trucking Accidents
Motor Vehicle Accidents

These often have underlying systemic failures, like negligent hiring of drivers, routine violation of hours, or total disregard of training standards.

Injured by a Truck?

These typically involve negligence of the other driver. Sometimes the driving is reckless, like in DUI car crashes, but most of the time, it is just inattention to the circumstances which leads to the collision.

Injured by a Car?

 

A Trusted Resource

David M. Sargent

Attorney at Law

Hi, I'm David Sargent.  I'm an experienced personal injury lawyer in Colorado, who is supported by a compassionate office. Together, we help clients who have sustained serious injuries receive full and complete compensation for their personal injury losses. You can cast your legal concerns on us, and focus your time and attention on your recovery.

Introduction

This firm handles both truck and car crashes.

Call today to speak to an attorney.

Auto Cases vs. Trucking Cases

How they differ and why it matters

Commercial trucks are bigger, heavier, and longer than cars. They have the ability therefore to crush car. Therefore, they are highly regulated to ensure public safety.

Commercial motor carriers must pledge themselves to rigorous safety protocol. The companies have significant truck maintenance, reporting procedures, and screening obligations. Their drivers need to have the knowledge, training, and skills before they are supposed to be permitted on the highways. In short, the purpose of the regulations is to ensure loads are run safely.

Most law enforcement are not trained or experienced in what to look for, ask for, or even trained on how to gather evidence in a trucking collision. This puts a victim at a loss after a truck wreck. Often, he or she gets rushed to the hospital and learns about the scene later from law enforcement.

Without getting the right information at the scene, who the relevant parties are.    Frequently, a driver and the name of his motor carrier are the only ones listed in crash reports. Loads frequently go from shipper, to broker, to motor carrier, to receiver, and sometimes to the insurance company.  All along the way there may be different owners or leasers of the truck and trailer.

Enter the attorney and trucking experts. Ideally, the attorney should be familiar with the nuances of trucking industry laws and regulations. An attorney should stay on top of the trending issues in trucking law and the transportation cycle. He or she should be knowledgeable to secure information necessary to prove the case and be diligent to get past the insurance company’s efforts to limit access to crucial evidence.

Most attorneys also lack the experience required to properly handle a truck-related accident.  That is where this firm comes into the picture.  If we accept your case, we are willing to litigate it.

Testimonials

"I was rear-ended in a car accident by a lady who had no insurance. I enlisted David's help. I wanted to be sure I got the medical help I needed to recover. He helped me navigate the legal world....I could just concentrate on getting better.... Best decision!"
- Cathy

"The insurance company was insisting that my lapse of time from pain after my PT made me ineligible for any additional treatment. Not only did David get the insurance company to cover all of my additional treatments to fix my back & neck again, but he got me several thousands of additional dollars on top of it.

David also helped me adjust my insurance plan cover me even better than before for very little additional money per month."

- Bryan (Broomfield, Colorado)
"Mr. Sargent is an outstanding attorney. Having dealt with other attorneys, Mr. Sargent's demeanor, caring and skill were surprising. He exemplified the image of what people expect from an attorney, spending ample time to explain issues and developing strategy. He has a thorough knowledge of the law, the court system, how it works and what to expect! highly recommend him."
- Fred (Brighton, Colorado)

Common Consultation Questions

How do I chose the right injury attorney?
Finding the perfect personal injury attorney plays a vital role in ensuring you receive the rightful & reasonable compensation for your injury. Click here to see a short video regarding this topic.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury attorney?

Here at David M. Sargent, Attorney at Law, we operate on a contingency fee basis. This means that we only get paid when we successfully recover money your case.

In the event that we are unable to achieve a favorable result, you can rest assured knowing that we will not charge for expenses we incurred. We are committed to providing you with exceptional legal services without financial burden. All expenses will be reimbursed at settlement or recovery of money.

Why should I hire David M. Sargent, as my attorney?

If you’ve suffered a serious injury due to someone else’s fault, hiring a lawyer can be one of the best decisions you can make for both yourself and your case. People who have the representation of an experienced lawyer often receive significantly higher compensation than they would otherwise. Why? Because insurance adjusters and companies are aware that you may not fully understand the true value of your case.

As trial lawyers, we possess the education to  investigate your case and enhance its worth. By hiring a lawyer, reduce the risk of insurance obstruction. Additionally, we alleviate the burden of stress from your shoulders, allowing you to concentrate on your recovery.

Do I have a case?
When you contact David M. Sargent, LLC, if the case sounds like a good fit, we will personally review your case without charging you anything.  The recovery process can be long. We want to be sure we are a strong team.  Feel free to reach out to us anytime, 24/7, to get started.

Latest Blog Posts

David M. Sargent
October 13, 2020
Should I Be Working With The Insurance Company Directly?
Recorded Statements - Non-Negligence and Comparative Negligence – Colorado If it is your insurance company, you might decide to work directly with the assigned adjuster. You should cooperate with your insurance, but be cautious. A claim against your ...
David M. Sargent
October 13, 2020
Distracted Driving
Look around you at the next intersection you are stopped at. More than likely, if drivers are looking away from the road, they are looking down at their cell phones. They are not focused on the road, the stoplight, or activity around them. They are ...

Trucking Accident Challenges

 

Two Locations to Serve You

Brighton

20 S 5th Ave Suite A
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 359-1869

Fort Collins

503 Remington St. Ste 106
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 305-5967