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At the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Gilbert, we help motor vehicle accident victims obtain the compensation to which they are entitled.  Mr. Gilbert provides exceptional legal representation, and he is fearless in standing up to the big insurance companies.  

The law entitles victims of negligence to financial compensation for the losses and expenses related to their injuries, including the recovery of medical expenses, present and future lost wages, and payment for property damage and pain and suffering.  Nevertheless, because they are in the business of making money, insurance companies rarely offer compensation equivalent to the severity of victims' injuries.  Serious motor vehicle accidents can cause significant brain and spinal trauma leading to permanent disability and even wrongful death.  Often, insurance companies attempt to settle for an amount that falls far short of covering the lifetime of financial hardship and personal devastation victims and their families are likely to face. 

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you need the assistance of an attorney who will treat you with compassion and respect while aggressively protecting your rights and fighting to maximize your financial recovery.  Contact personal injury lawyer Jeffrey S. Gilbert to schedule a free evaluation of your car, truck, or motorcycle accident case.

• Car Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents

Car Accidents

Ours is a society dependent upon automobiles.  Many of us commute more than 10 miles each day to work or school, a fact illustrated by our increasingly congested roads and highways.  Sadly, as our reliance upon our automobiles continues to grow, so does our risk for serious accidents and injuries.  Statistics published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicate that nearly six million car accidents occur annually in the United States, equating to approximately one accident every 10 seconds.  While many of these are little more than minor fender-benders, a frightening number are serious enough to cause significant injuries and even fatalities.  Indeed, according to the NHTSA, nearly half of all reported auto accidents in 2004 resulted in injury, and of these, approximately 40,000 resulted in deaths.

Frequent Car Accident Causes

In many car accidents, negligence is the primary cause.  It is not uncommon to see other motorists speeding or engaged in other types of reckless driving such as abrupt lane changing or tailgating.  Some motorists are too preoccupied with talking on their cell phones, applying makeup, or even reading books and newspapers to be aware of what is going on around them.  Too often, the result of such negligence is severe injury to or the tragic death of the innocent drivers and passengers of other motor vehicles.

Injuries and Aftermath

In addition to broken bones and lacerations, serious auto accidents can cause acute internal injuries as well as brain and spinal cord trauma.  These more critical injuries can have a lasting impact on the quality of life of victims and their families.  Victims' injuries may prevent them from working and leave them with temporary or even permanent disabilities that require expensive treatment and rehabilitation.  The burden of rising expenses, combined with the need for ongoing care, can stretch families' personal and financial resources to the limit.  In these instances, diligent legal representation is crucial to ensuring that victims' rights are protected. 

Attorney Jeffrey Gilbert understands the hardships and devastation that auto accident victims face.  If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident, let personal injury attorney Jeffrey Gilbert fight for you so that you can focus on your recovery.  He will aggressively and tirelessly pursue the financial compensation to which you are entitled, including the recovery of lost wages, medical expenses, payment for pain and suffering, and other damages.    

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Truck Accidents

Commercial big rigs and 18-wheelers are the largest vehicles on our nation's highways, and they commonly cause serious and often fatal injuries when involved in accidents with smaller vehicles.  State and federal agencies have attempted to regulate the trucking industry, but some companies and drivers continue to disregard safety and maintenance guidelines that have been put in place.  This purposeful negligence, combined with increasingly congested roads, only adds to the risk of severe accidents and injuries faced by other drivers while sharing the roads with these behemoths.

Responsibilities of Truck Drivers and Trucking Companies

Trucking companies are responsible for hiring and training competent, qualified drivers.  In turn, drivers are required to adhere to regulations that establish maximum driving and on-duty times.  To comply with these regulations, drivers must also maintain detailed logs tracking on- and off-duty status.  When truck drivers and trucking companies do not follow these basic safety regulations, serious accidents are more likely to occur.  Some common causes of truck accidents include:

• Driver fatigue or inexperience
• Reckless driving
• Overloaded trucks
• Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs
• Negligently maintained equipment

Many in the industry employ a wide range of tactics to skirt regulations, such as carrying two sets of books. Attorney Jeffrey Gilbert recognizes these efforts, and he understands the consequences that truck accidents can have for victims and their families.  From financial loss to significant physical and emotional pain and suffering, victims face a seemingly never-ending series of burdens long after the truck accident itself.  If you have been involved in a truck accident, a team of lawyers, investigators, and insurance professionals is working on behalf of the trucking company to minimize your claim.  In standing up to unsympathetic insurance companies, Mr. Gilbert will level the playing field and help you obtain the compensation you deserve.

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Motorcycle Accidents

“When his compassion for injured people and his passion for riders' rights come together, the result is strong, aggressive representation that can only be provided by one who truly believes in your cause.”

As a skilled motorcyclist (click here for photo of Jeff in action!) and a passionate advocate for riders' rights, attorney Jeffrey Gilbert is quite familiar with the fact that riders, like all motorists, face dangers each time they climb on to their bikes. Similar to small economy cars, convertibles, and the new hybrids, motorcyclists are exposed to greater injury. As a lifelong rider and racer, he understands motorcycle dynamics and the fundamental techniques of riding at all levels.  Jeff also understands the common myths and prejudices that make these cases difficult. With this experience and insight, he is uniquely skilled to overcome defense tactics that prey on these myths and misperceptions.

Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Though motorcyclists may assume the risk of being involved in some types of accidents, they do not, under any circumstances, assume the risk posed by the negligence of others any more so than do other motor vehicle operators. In collisions with other vehicles, motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable to serious injuries, including:

Motorcycle accident victims need representation by an attorney who understands riding and the risks riders face when they hit the open road.  If you or a loved one has been involved in a motorcycle accident, Mr. Gilbert can help you achieve justice and obtain compensation for your injuries. 

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Contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Gilbert

If you have been seriously injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident, contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Gilbert to schedule a complimentary case consultation.  Mr. Gilbert will fight aggressively for the compensation you deserve.

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