Truck Accident Lawyer

Accidents involving commercial trucks or 18-wheelers are not like car accidents.  These large trucks can do even greater damage than most highway accidents. 

A large truck traveling at a high speed among smaller vehicles is inherently dangerous, especially to a car’s driver and its passengers.

Accidents involving commercial trucks or 18-wheelers are not like car accidents.  These large trucks can do even greater damage than most highway accidents. 

A large truck traveling at a high speed among smaller vehicles is inherently dangerous, especially to a car’s driver and its passengers.

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Why Hire a Virginia Truck Accident Attorney?

Truck accident cases typically involve more severe injuries and pose legal problems and concerns not found in most car accident cases. 

Trucking accidents can leave victims with catastrophic injuries such as brain damage, paralysis or severe, disfiguring burns or even death. 


It is important to contact a Virginia accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident. The claims process can be stressful and difficult to navigate, especially when you are injured or caring for a love one who has been injured in a truck accident.


Insurance companies are in business to pay out as little as possible for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other compensable expenses associated with your accident and recovery. 


But a Virginia truck accident lawyer can help ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve.

What Causes Truck Accidents?

There are numerous reasons for truck accidents. Each truck accident is unique and fault depends on individual circumstances. But thousands of motorists and truck drivers are killed and injured in large trucking accidents primarily resulting from driver error and negligent maintenance by trucking companies. Here are several causes often play a role in Virginia truck accidents:

Inclement weather

Bad weather like rain, snow, and wind often play a role in truck accidents. Wet roadways and decreased visibility make driving large trucks especially hazardous.

Intoxication

Like distracted driving, driving while impaired plays a major role in truck accidents. These types of accidents are often serious and cause permanently disabling injury because they frequently occur at high speeds.

Driver fatigue

Driver fatigue is especially dangerous when we consider truck drivers, who often travel cross-country and work under tight deadlines. Drowsy driving accidents are on the rise as a whole.

I’ve Been in a Truck Accident. Now What?

I’ve Been in a Truck Accident. Now What?

Being in a truck accident is frightening. If you’ve been involved in an accident, take a deep breath and take the following actions:
  • Make sure everyone is okay. In the event of injury, call 911.
  • ​Call the police. You will need to file a police report to make a claim with your insurance company even if you just want to cover the repair of your own vehicle.
  • ​Take photos of the scene. It’s important to have photo evidence of the damage to your vehicle, and if you have any visible injuries, you should document those as well.
  • ​Provide an accurate statement to the police officer. It’s important to only give the facts when speaking to the police. If you are unsure about your injuries or the cause of the accident, say that you are unsure. It’s important that all records of your accident are accurate.
  • ​Get Medical Attention. You may be in shock and unaware of any injuries following a crash. If you were in a high impact collision, you may be at risk for a concussion or other brain injury.

Gray Broughton

Gray is a professional and seasoned trial lawyer who takes pride in helping people through their darkest hour. Gray regularly leads his clients through crises by conducting in-depth investigations and advocating on his clients’ behalf until the matter is either settled or decided by a jury.

Gray provides aggressive legal representation and is recognized as a passionate advocate for his clients. Gray has a history of service and fighting for what is right. Following law school, Gray served for over four years as a JAG officer in the U.S. Army. 


Gray served in Korea, Germany and as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq. After leaving military service, Gray returned home to Virginia where he worked for a large law firm as a trial attorney for nine years before dedicating his practice to personal injury.

Gray’s clients are frequently referred to him by former clients and other lawyers. Gray enjoys an AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rating in the national Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. 

Testimonials

Testimonials

Gray and his team treated us like family and looked out for our interest and for that we are very grateful. His efforts in achieving a settlement for my wife made it easier for us to recover from the hardship of her reduced workload and loss of income while receiving her medical management, as well as the medical expenses that were incurred.

- John B.

After a violent truck accident, I was left unable to walk, read, and did not recall the recent birth of my daughter. Gray was exactly what I needed…. Take comfort knowing that Gray will leave no stone unturned and will work tirelessly to maximize the outcome of your case.

- Christopher

Following a catastrophic accident, my seven-year- old son suffered a severe traumatic brain injury, had his right leg amputated, and was “minimally conscious” on a ventilator…. Gray Broughton was an answer to prayer…. For his dedication to my family’s needs, resulting in a successful resolution, Gray has my unending gratitude.

- Father of Minor Client

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