As compressed natural gas (CNG) becomes more commonly used for buses, trucks, and delivery vehicles, more and more accidents are occurring that involve it. It’s understandable why people would use it – after all, it’s cheaper than gas and is much more eco-friendly. When a bus or CNG using big rig is new, it is likely perfectly safe. As it gets older, problems can arise and those problems can lead to explosions.
A CNG accident is likely to be sudden and it is certain to be devastating. It is common for the driver of the vehicle to be killed, along with their passengers. People standing near the scene can even be killed, and rescue personnel are also often injured. If a person does survive the explosion, they are likely to have broken bones, cuts, burn injuries, and other injuries.
We can help those impacted by CNG accidents
At The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker we are highly experienced in personal injury cases involving CNG as well as wrongful death cases. The evidence involved in these cases is extremely technical. In order to prove who was at fault and why, you will need an attorney who is experienced with this type of evidence.
Let us consider one example in which the CNG tank was in good repair but exploded when a driver collided with the vehicle that had a CNG tank. The driver who hit the CNG vehicle would be at fault. On the other hand, if the tank was past its expiration date, if the vehicle with the CNG tank had worn-out shocks, or if there were other maintenance issues involved, then the owner or operator of the vehicle may be at fault to.
When you choose The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker, you can count on us to hold every at-fault party accountable. We will work to find the true cause of the accident and all parties who are liable. This not only helps you feel as though justice is being done, but it can assure that you get maximum compensation for your losses and injuries.
You may be eligible for the following types of compensation
The specific compensation you will be eligible for will vary based on the specifics of your case. However, some of the compensation types that you may qualify for include medical costs both past and future, damage to your vehicle, lost income, lost earning capacity, and lost income.
In the terrible event that you lost a loved one in a CNG accident and need to file a wrongful death case, you could be eligible for their eligible costs prior to death, their burial and funeral expenses, any damage to your property, your sorrow and mental anguish, your loss of future income or household services, and your loss of companionship. These cases are devastating and there is no way to put a dollar amount on your suffering – but we will work tirelessly to ensure that you get the compensation you are due. Call The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at 800-333-0000 now for a free legal consultation.
