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Semi Truck Accidents and the Dangers of Large Vehicles

Have you ever had a close call with a semi truck? You most likely are not alone.

People are injured in truck accidents on a daily basis throughout the country. In 2019, over 180,000 people were injured in auto accidents involving a tractor-trailer truck. From 2000 through 2020, the rate of injuries from trucking accidents stayed relatively the same, according to data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. This suggests that roadway safety, specifically related to tractor trailers, is not improving.

Most Common Causes of Semi Truck Accidents

🚛 Drowsy Driving

🚛 Distracted Driving

🚛 Improper Driving

🚛 Cargo Loads Not Properly Being Loaded

🚛 Failure to Maintain Equipment

Hiring an attorney can ensure you receive the full and fair compensation you deserve. Cotter Law is here for you if you want a personal injury attorney specializing in truck accidents.

At Cotter Law it is our priority to take on the fight with the insurance company while you focus on recovering from your motorcycle accident. Contact Cotter Law today to schedule your FREE consultation at (865) 888-7155 or attorney@cotter-law.com to speak with an experienced attorney.  

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Are You Being SUED?! How to Respond to Discovery Requests

Are you being sued? Have you been served with discovery? Being served with a lawsuit can be an extremely stressful situation. Lucky for you I am here to help navigate how to proceed!

If you have previously been or are currently involved in civil litigation in some capacity you have likely heard the term “discovery.” If you have been asked to respond to discovery in a case, you may feel overwhelmed and confused about the process of responding. Here we will discuss the process you should go through when responding to discovery as well as some tips that will help you respond to the discovery requests effectively and accurately.

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