Getting into a collision with a commercial vehicle like a semi or big rig can be a terrifying experience. Small personal cars scarcely stand a chance against the massive trucks that can weigh 80,000 lbs or more when loaded to capacity. Before you think about calling a lawyer for truck accidents you will need to handle the immediate aftermath of the event.
As you sit there trying to process the reality of situation, your first instinct is to check for the safety of the other passengers in the car and think of getting help. The most critical thing to do next is stay calm, breathe deeply, and think about how to get out of the car without aggravating your injuries.
Make a conscious effort to fight the rising panic and follow these steps. Ideally this has been covered in your Commercial trucker training.
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