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Meridian Truck Accident Lawyer Information

If you have been involved in a truck accident and suffered an injury as a result, you may have a lawsuit against the trucking company. Contact a Meridian Truck Accident Lawyer today to assess your case.If you have a Meridian, MS truck accident claim, Meridian truck accident lawyers are here to advocate for you. Call one of the Meridian truck accident lawyers listed on this site for a free initial consultation.

An estimated 5,000 people die as a result of truck accidents and collisions in the United States each year. Although Meridian is only a city of 38,232, it still experiences a fair amount of traffic congestion and traffic accidents. Meridian is the county seat of Lauderdale County and lies along several major highways, including  I-59, I-20, US-80, US-45, US-11, Highway 493, Highway 39, Highway 19, and Highway 7. The city of Meridian is 93 miles (150 km) east of Jackson, MS; 154 miles west of Birmingham, AL; 202 miles northeast of New Orleans, LA; and 231 miles southeast of Memphis, TN. Accordingly, when traveling to and from these major U.S. cities, Meridian residents and other motorists may experience truck or automobile accidents requiring legal expertise.

During some times in the year, Meridian can experience a high degree of traffic and automobile accidents due in large part to its museums and tourist attractions. For example, among Meridian's many arts organizations and buildings are the Riley Center, the Meridian Museum of Art, Meridian Little Theatre, and the Meridian Symphony Orchestra. As in any other city or town, when there is increased traffic on the Meridian highways, truck and automobile accidents are more likely to occur. If you or a loved one have experienced an automobile or truck accident in Meridian, it is important to contact a Meridian Truck Accident lawyer without delay.

Meridian Semi Accident Injury Attorney

Because a commercial vehicle accident involving an automobile usually results in severe injuries or death, due to the weight difference of a car versus the weight of a tractor trailer, it is essential that you choose an experienced commercial vehicle accident attorney. Commercial vehicles come in all shapes and sizes and are called various names throughout the United States. Here are just some common names and their meanings:

  1. Truck
  2. Semi
  3. Tractor trailer
  4. 18 Wheeler
  5. Big-Rig

The above five references usually refer to a vehicle that has, when you count all the axles of both the tractor and trailer, a total of 5 axles, 10 brakes, an average overall standard height of 13´ 6´´, an overall length of 70´ to 80´, a total of 12 gears (10 forward and 2 reverse), and an overall maximum weight of 80,000 pounds without any overweight certificates. Compared to the average weight of an automobile, which is only 5,000 pounds, you can easily see how much more dangerous a large truck like this could be.

Meridian Big-Rig Injury Lawyers

Then there are trucks that do certain things and carry certain items:

  1. Bob-Tail Trucks
  2. Tanker trucks
  3. Refrigerated trucks
  4. Flat bed trucks
  5. Logging trucks

Then there are trucks that are commercial in nature but do not necessarily involve long haul situations. Some of the examples stay within the State of Mississippi and some do not. However, when any one of these is involved in a Meridian wreck, it is advisable to retain a Meridian attorney with Big-Rig accident knowledge.

  1. Meridian Coach & Travel, Inc. accidents, a service which serves the Meridian Region;
  2. Shuttle bus accidents driving to and from the airport, e.g., Meridian Regional Airport or Akin Airport;
  3. Transportation buses such as Greyhound Lines;
  4. Meridian city buses.

Meridian truck accidents caused by semi trucks, big rigs, 18-wheelers, tractor trailers, buses and commercial vehicles are common on Meridian streets, avenues, and highways. Many of the semi truck crashes that occur in the city of Meridian happen along the major Meridian highways, which include I-59, I-20, US-80, US-45, US-11, Highway 493, Highway 39, Highway 19, and Highway 7.

Meridian Truck Accident Lawyers

When driving along a Meridian intersection, avenue, or highway, there are many factors that can lead to a commercial semi-truck rollover, jackknife accident, or tractor trailer collision. The consequences can be devastating, with very serious injuries that can even result in death. When truck drivers fail to take the necessary precautions to avoid trucking accidents, they needlessly endanger the lives of people who ride in smaller vehicles. Drivers of semi tractor-trailers and 18-wheelers are often pressured to work long hours in order to meet delivery deadlines. Drivers are required by federal law to take breaks and adhere to safety regulations, but they often take shortcuts when it comes to driver safety, resulting in driver negligence.

Under federal and state laws, a trucking company may be held liable for driver negligence occurring in Meridian, Mississippi. If you have been a victim of a tractor trailer or big rig truck accident in Meridian, Mississippi, or a nearby area, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. A qualified Meridian truck accident lawyer or attorney who is familiar with the federal laws as well as Mississippi laws and regulations regarding commercial trucking can be a great asset in any potential lawsuit against a trucking company. This is a good reason why anyone involved in a truck collision should consider hiring a Meridian truck accident law firm to represent them in their claim against the trucking company. If you live in Meridian, Mississippi, your lawsuit might be filed in this court:

Lauderdale County Circuit Court
(601) 482-9731

The Civil Courts for Meridian and Lauderdale County are located at:

Lauderdale County Courthouse
500 Constitution Avenue, 1st Floor
Meridian, MS 39301

View a complete list of courts that serve Meridian and Lauderdale County.Driver fatigue is a common cause of Meridian truck accidents. If you have been hurt in a truck accident, contact one of the Meridian Truck Accident Attorneys listed on this page.

Common Causes of Meridian Truck Accidents:

Truck Accident Attorneys Serve Meridian and Surrounding Cities

Serving clients throughout Eastern Mississippi, including Arunde, Bonita, Cliff Williams, Key Field, Lost Gap, Marion, Meridian, Nellieburg, Savannah Grove, Savoy, Wolf Springs, and other communities in Lauderdale County.

Meridian Truck Accident Attorneys are experienced in handling serious injury truck collision cases and can help you fight the trucking company or its insurer in order to get you the compensation you deserve. Contact a Meridian Truck Accident Lawyer today for a FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION.