Commercial trucks move through Centennial Hills and the surrounding areas every day. They travel U.S. Highway 95, navigate Centennial Center Boulevard, and make deliveries to the retail centers and commercial developments scattered throughout this growing community.
When one of those trucks is operated negligently by a fatigued driver, a company that skips required maintenance, or a carrier that overloads its trailer and ignores federal weight regulations, the consequences for everyone else on the road can be catastrophic.
If you were injured in a truck accident in Centennial Hills, Benson & Bingham is ready to help. Call us today for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.
Why Choose Benson & Bingham?
- Over $600 million recovered for injured Nevadans over more than 25 years, including victims of serious commercial truck accidents who faced well-resourced carrier defense teams.
- Deep knowledge of both Nevada law and the federal FMCSA regulations that govern commercial trucking, including hours of service rules, driver qualification requirements, and cargo securement standards.
- A trial-ready approach that sends a clear message to insurance carriers and trucking companies from day one that we are prepared to litigate.
- Direct attorney access throughout your case.
- Contingency fee representation with no upfront cost. If we do not recover compensation for you, you owe us nothing.
Injuries in Centennial Hills Truck Accidents
Commercial truck accidents often cause life-altering injuries. Some of the most common injuries sustained in truck accidents include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord damage
- Back and neck injuries
- Internal bleeding
- Organ damage
- Severed limbs
- Burns
- Broken and crushed bones
- Wrongful death
You should always seek prompt medical attention after a truck accident. Some life-threatening injuries are not immediately apparent. Being evaluated by a medical professional after an accident can protect your life and your right to seek compensation for your damages.
Damages You Can Recover in a Centennial Hills Truck Accident Claim
Nevada law entitles truck accident victims to pursue the full range of economic and non-economic losses their injuries have caused. That includes all past and future medical expenses, lost wages and reduced future earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and property damage.
In cases where a defendant’s conduct was particularly egregious, Nevada courts may award punitive damages under NRS 42.005.
Why You Need the Help of an Experienced Centennial Hills Truck Accident Lawyer
Trucking companies and their insurers move fast after an accident. The moment a serious accident occurs, the carrier’s legal and insurance teams begin their investigation. They are looking for evidence that supports their position, and they have resources that no unrepresented accident victim can match.
The electronic logging device data that captures a driver’s hours before the crash, the black box data that records speed and braking, and the maintenance records that reveal what the carrier knew about the truck’s condition are vital evidence. However, this documentation may be lost or destroyed if fast action is not taken to preserve it. An experienced Centennial Hills truck accident lawyer can help preserve and gather that evidence and build your strongest case.
Under NRS 11.190(4)(e), you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. In truck cases, the practical deadline for preserving the evidence that wins cases is far shorter.
Your chances of recovering maximum compensation are much greater when an experienced Centennial Hills truck accident lawyer represents you.
Contact Benson & Bingham Today
At Benson & Bingham, we have a proven record of securing maximum compensation for our clients. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a truck accident, we want to help you.
Call (702) 382-9797 or complete the short form on our contact page and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.