Trucking Employer Negligence & Liability in Chicago
Chicago Truck Accident Lawyers Fighting for Your Rights
Trucking companies have to deal with a lot when it comes to just the trucks themselves. However, trucking companies are also liable as employers, which means they’re responsible for the actions of the people they employ. Trucking companies are often positioned as “operators,” which means that they’re responsible for selecting competent and licensed individuals to work as drivers. Selecting an incompetent individual could be dangerous both to the driver them self and to those who they share the roads with.
Here at McNabola & Associates, LLC, our experienced Chicago truck accident lawyers are highly experienced in truck accident matters, and we may be able to help you fight for your rights to compensation. We have more than six decades of combined experience helping people who have suffered severe injuries, and we’ve been extraordinarily successful in doing so. Our founding attorney Ted McNabola has been successful in 97% of the cases he has taken, and our firm has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients to help them deal with the damages they have sustained. We’re powerful advocates for you and your side of the story, and we may be able to help you fight for the justice you deserve after being injured in a trucking accident.
Call McNabola & Associates, LLC today at (312) 888-8700 and request a free initial consultation to find out more about your case.
How Trucking Companies Can Be Negligent as Employers
Commercial trucking companies bear a significant legal responsibility for the drivers they employ, and failure to meet these obligations can constitute employer negligence. This liability arises when a company fails to conduct proper background checks, hires unlicensed or poorly trained drivers, or neglects to enforce critical safety policies.
When these lapses contribute to a commercial trucking accident, victims have the right to pursue truck accident compensation from the negligent employer. Our experienced Chicago truck accident lawyers meticulously investigate to uncover evidence of this employer liability, such as unreasonable driving schedules or payload requirements that pressured drivers into unsafe practices.
Holding these large companies accountable is essential for securing the full damages you deserve and promoting safer roads for everyone. We leverage our deep understanding of federal regulations and state laws to build the strongest possible case for our clients.
Here are just a few of the ways in which a trucking company can be negligent:
- Failing to properly background check their drivers
- Failing to make sure their drivers are properly licensed
- Failing to properly train their drivers
- Failing to enforce safety policies
- Setting unreasonable driving schedules
- Setting unreasonable deadlines
- Setting illegal, unsafe, or unreasonable payload requirements
Have you been hurt in a trucking accident? Don’t hesitate to contact an expert from McNabola & Associates, LLC online now!
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Ted McNabola is the best attorney whom I could ever meet. He never gave up and very very helpful. I’m glad to meet him.- Anna Z.
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It's hard to know where to begin, as the care, diligence, legal professionalism, and results delivered by Ted and his team were extremely meaningful to my family. Ted's personal attention to my case was beyond expectations and the results show.
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Ted McNabola is an amazing attorney! He handled my mom’s case after she was hit by a car as a pedestrian. The difference between Ted and other attorneys is that he never gave up! It was a long process of 3 years but when other attorney’s would have given up just to make some money on the case, Ted refused to do so!! In the end he got my mother EVERYTHING she was asking for! Thank you Ted for never giving up!!!!- Kat J.
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I had the pleasure of working with Ted McNabola after a serious car accident that left me with a brain injury. From the first time we met, I knew I was in good hands. Ted was kind, patient, and understanding, and he went above and beyond to help me get the compensation I deserved for my medical bills, pain and suffering. Throughout the legal process, Ted was always available to answer my questions and provide guidance. He kept me informed every step of the way and fought tirelessly to ensure that my rights were protected. Thanks to his hard work and dedication, I was able to focus on my recovery and move on from the accident. If you're looking for a lawyer who truly cares about his clients and will fight for their rights, then I highly recommend Ted McNabola’s Team. He is a skilled professional and a kind and compassionate person who will go the extra mile for you. Thank you, Ted, and Tom for all that you did for me! I am forever thankful!- Sammy M
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“Edward W. McNabola, Esq was able to get me the most compensation allowed by the at fault driver.”- William J.
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Working with Ted and his team has been wonderful throughout the duration of my case. I would absolutely recommend his services to anybody in need. Ted and his team are intelligent, quick-working, and determined when it comes to fighting for their clients. Very pleased to have worked with him.- Anthony S.
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