Kirkland Truck Accident Lawyer
Dedicated Legal Support for Truck Accident Victims in Kirkland, Bellevue, Everett & Greater Washington State
Any motor vehicle accident can be damaging and deadly, but crashes involving big trucks and tractor trailers can be especially dangerous. Due to their hefty weight and sheer size, semi-trucks can cause major damage to any other vehicle, pedestrian, or motorcycle that crosses their path. When drivers are inexperienced, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, simply careless, or if the truck was badly loaded or poorly maintained, it could cause a serious accident.
Unfortunately, trucking companies typically have substantial insurance coverage and teams of attorneys to fight personal injury claims laid against them. In order to go up against these trucking companies, you need to work with an experienced, committed Kirkland truck accident lawyer. Attorney Robert Kornfeld is prepared to provide you with the guidance, representation, and comprehensive help you need to recover.
Call Lindquist & Kornfeld today at (425) 657-5255. Our Kirkland truck accident lawyer wants to help you fight for the compensation you deserve!
Leveraging Our Experience to Secure Your Recovery
Truck accidents cause significant and catastrophic injuries, including traumatic brain injuries that can have long-lasting effects on your emotional and physical health. Attorney Rob Kornfeld has more than 40 years of professional experience working on personal injury cases, including those dealing with truck accidents. He knows what it’s like to be injured, having survived a motor vehicle accident himself, and he will fight for your best interests in order to get you the compensation you need and deserve.
Identifying Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Washington State
All truck companies, operators, and drivers have a duty to adhere to the rules of the road, as well as state and federal trucking regulations. When negligence occurs and rules are broken, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
Accidents involving semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, Mac trucks, and other large vehicles are often caused by the following:
- Improperly maintained vehicles
- Tired or distracted drivers
- Rollover accidents from lane changes
- Loss of load or haul
- Poorly loaded or secured cargo
- Tire, brake, or other mechanical failure
- Loss of control
- Head-on or rear-end collisions
Our Proven Results
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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$250,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Our client was involved in a rear-end collision on the I-5 near Federal Way, caused by a car who careened into their vehicle at 60 miles per hour. As a result, our client suffered various injuries and medical conditions, ranging from concussion to a significant injury to their left arm, necessitating surgical treatment. The client’s medical bills tallied to more than $86,000.00. Sentry Claims settled the case for $250,000 during mediation.
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$2,255,000 Wrongful Death
Rob Kornfeld of Kornfeld, Trudell, Bowen and Lingenbrink, PLCC successfully represented the estate of an deceased cable installer and his surviving wife and two children as a Seattle wrongful death settlement lawyer, as well as a surviving coworker in a contentious multiparty litigated matter which settled on the first day of trial, October 11, 2010.
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$125,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Plaintiff suffered soft tissue, PTSD and left shoulder injuries. Plaintiff underwent left shoulder surgery and has been left with ongoing left shoulder instability and PTSD.
Car Accident -
$225,000 Age Discrimination
Age Discrimination and Wrongful Termination: 62 Year old woman employed by insurance company for over 25 years years is replaced by younger and less skilled worker because of her age and her inability to be treated equally as younger workers. Our client claimed she was constructively discharged and was forced to quit. Settlement short of trial was for $225,000.
Employment Law -
$825,000 Construction Accident
Sheet metal worker recovers $825,000 from fall off of man lift. Rob Kornfeld successfully litigated and settled at mediation an injury claim of construction worker after he suffered a spinal injury and underwent surgery.
Construction Accident -
$25,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
The defendant driver failed to stop at stop sign and collided with Plaintiff’s car. Plaintiff’s car was totaled. She sustained neck, back and bilateral shoulder injuries.
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Confidential Settlement Medical Malpractice
Mr. & Mrs. Jane Doe v. Drs. Doe: Mrs. Doe was hospitalized at 37 weeks pregnant. It was noted that her baby was in acute fetal distress. A decision was made by a covering OB-GYN not to deliver the full-term baby. Patient was sent home and several days later, spontaneously ruptured and delivered a still born. Suit was filed alleging that the health care providers were negligent in failing to induce labor in a full term baby which was in acute fetal distress as noted in the fetal heart monitoring strips.
Medical Malpractice -
$22,763 Motor Vehicle Accident
Plaintiff was rear-ended and the Defendant was arrested for DUI. Plaintiff sustained a L5-S1 central disc protrusion and annular tear as well as neck and other back injuries and headaches. She has not fully recovered and continues to experience pain that is aggravated by day to day activities.
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$825,000 Construction Accident
A sheet metal and HVAC worker with the help of a spinal cord injury attorney, Rob Kornfeld, settled a construction fall injury when he was thrown from a forklift used as a man-lift in a warehouse operation provided by another. This resulted in spinal fractures of the low back, and spinal cord injury noted by hyper-reflexia on clinical exam.
Brain Injury
What to Do After a Truck Accident
Being involved in a truck accident can be a traumatic experience, and it is essential to know what steps to take to protect yourself and your rights. Here are some important things to keep in mind:
- Seek medical attention: Your health and safety should be your top priority. Even if you do not feel injured, it is still advisable to get checked out by a medical professional.
- Call the police: Contact the authorities and report the accident. They will create an official report that can be helpful in your case.
- Document the scene: Take pictures of the accident scene, including any damage to your vehicle and any injuries you sustained.
- Exchange information: Get the contact and insurance information from the truck driver and any witnesses to the accident.
- Do not admit fault: Even if you think you may have caused the accident, do not admit fault. Let the authorities and your attorney determine who is at fault.
- Contact an attorney: A truck accident lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve.
At Lindquist & Kornfeld, we understand the complexities of truck accident cases and are committed to helping our clients recover the damages they are entitled to. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
What Makes Our Firm Unique
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40+ Years of
Proven Legal ExperienceWith decades of hands-on litigation and negotiation, we bring a deep understanding of how to build strong, successful cases. -
Aggressive & Personalized
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Committed to Securing
Justice for Each ClientWe treat every case with the urgency and dedication it deserves, ensuring your voice is heard and your rights are protected. -
No Fees Unless
We Win Your CaseOur clients can focus on healing while we fight for results—because we only get paid when you do.
Representing Serious Injuries & Wrongful Death
Hundreds of thousands of individuals are hurt or killed in truck accidents on an annual basis. The terrible results of a motor vehicle accident can be devastating, especially if those results are permanent or life-altering. These types of violent crashes can result in broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, paralysis, internal damage, and even death. When serious injuries like these occur, you need to speak with Robert Kornfeld to discuss your legal options. Our firm takes cases on contingency, which means you will not pay unless your case wins. We accept cases in Kirkland, Bellevue, Seattle, Everett, and the Greater Washington State Area. We also take out-of-state cases!
Call (425) 657-5255 today for a free consultation, or email Neil at Neil@Kornfeldlaw.com for a quick answer to your legal questions. Our firm specializes in brain injuries or other serious injuries caused by accidents with a truck.
