Representing Clients That Have Been Injured in Accidents Caused by Drunk or Drugged Truck Drivers
Truck companies face serious penalties if it is determined one of their drivers violated federal regulations regarding alcohol and drug abuse. Professional drivers holding commercial driver's license (CDL) are held to a higher standard regarding drinking and driving, including a lower level for blood alcohol count (BAC) of just .04 to be charged with DUI when driving their rig. Truck drivers also have a mandatory rest period of at least four hours before getting behind the wheel after drinking alcohol or taking certain types of medication.
If you were injured in a truck accident or lost a loved one in a fatal accident involving truck driver DUI in Illinois, the personal injury trial lawyers at Cogan & McNabola, P.C., in Chicago are ready to help you fight to protect your rights. We are a very successful personal injury litigation firm with a proud history of recovering maximum compensation for people who have been injured because of truck driver violations such as DUI or drug use behind the wheel.
A Record of Achievement and Success in Court
We have the professional and financial resources to handle the most complex cases involving truck driver and truck company negligence. Law partners Michael Cogan and Mark McNabola have earned Martindale-Hubbell's highest AV* review rating by peers and are recognized among the top 100 consumer attorneys in Illinois by Leading Lawyers Network and Illinois Super Lawyers.
We have experience representing individuals and families in all types of truck accidents throughout Illinois, including accidents caused by:
- Truck driver DWI, alcohol and drug use
- Truck driver fatigue, asleep at the wheel
- Distracted truck driver, talking on cell phone or texting while driving
- Truck driver illness or health conditions
- Injuries caused by hazardous materials
- Accidents resulting from unsafe loads or improperly secured trailers
- Inadequate truck driver training and supervision
- Improper truck maintenance
We Welcome Referrals
A large number of clients are referred to our firm by other attorneys because of our history of success and the quality of care and representation we provide to every one of our injured clients. We welcome referrals from other lawyers and law firms. Please visit our referrals page to learn more about opportunities.
We Offer a No-Cost, No-Pressure, No-Obligation Consultation to Discuss Your Rights
Our Chicago DUI trucking lawyers represent clients in communities throughout Cook County and Illinois. Learn more about ways we can help you receive the compensation you need for your physical and financial recovery. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation.
*AV Preeminent and BV Distinguished are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories: legal ability and general ethical standards.
