Over $50M Recovered in the Past Seven Years
At the Tenge Law Firm, LLC, our goal is to achieve the best possible result for our clients as soon as possible. Each case and each client is different, so we work directly with clients to meet their needs for medical care and personal situations. We have enjoyed great success, with exceedingly high client satisfaction, using this approach.
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$3,250,000 Rollover auto accident involving defective roof and serious injuries
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$1,475,000 Auto accident with head, neck and back injuries
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$950,000 Car accident with brain injury and orthopedic injuries
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$750,000 Policy Limits – Low speed auto accident leading to minor stroke
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$533,000 Trial Verdict - Client hit by airborne patio umbrella with facial scar and concussion.
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$450,000 Pedestrian hit by car
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$300,000 Four-car accident resulting in vertebral fracture and facial injuries
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$200,000 Auto accident with facial injuries
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$120,000 Slip-and-fall at fast food restaurant
The Dangers of Overloaded Trucks
Most fatalities in truck crashes are passenger vehicle occupants. In fact, the truck driver who caused the collision is unlikely to be seriously hurt. Large commercial trucks can weigh 20 to 30 times as much as passenger cars, which means that even a properly loaded truck can, and will, cause massive damage. But when it is overloaded with cargo, it adds even more weight and force to a collision.
Due to the added weight and the shift in the center of gravity, overloaded trucks are more prone to rollovers and jackknife accidents. The cargo may also spill, causing incredible damage to the vehicles around the truck. A weight that exceeds the limits set by state and federal regulation makes it even more difficult for a driver to control a big rig. The driver may struggle to get it to come to a full stop, or may not even bother, given how long it may take. They may also have a hard time turning or merging safely, which can lead to a collision that impacts several lanes of traffic. It could even cause a pile-up. These dangers are exactly why Colorado has such strict laws over how much cargo a truck can carry.
Hundreds of 5-star Reviews. Exceptional Results
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"Would highly recommend to anyone!!"
Tenge Law Firm helped me out when I was in a accident that involved my whole family. They were great and fast with the entire process, and were awesome at keeping me updated throughout the entire process. Would highly recommend to anyone!!
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"They were extremely responsive and answered my questions very well."
Paige and Nina were a delight to work with. They were extremely responsive and answered my questions very well. They made me feel like I was in good hands and could trust them!
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"They treated me like family"
Todd, Liz and Nina were amazing. They handled my case very professionally. I recommend this law firm to anyone looking for a great firm. They treated me like family
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"Everyone is extremely nice & very efficient"
I highly recommend this law firm! They take care of everything in a timely manner & alleviate any harassment while you recover from injuries. Everyone is extremely nice & very efficient...if you need an attorney, Tenge Law is the place to go!
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"Definitely made it a stress-free experience"
Brenda was my attorney. She was amazing, helped me through the whole process. Definitely made it a stress-free experience, especially after going through something so traumatic! Was extremely attentive and always kept me updated on how my case was going! I would 1000% recommend them to everyone and anyone!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
- Zitlaly O.
Trucking Weight Rules and Regulations
Each state has its own laws on how much a truck can carry in cargo, but there are also federal laws that trucking companies must follow. In Colorado, commercial trucks are subject to weight limits, as stated by the Colorado Department of Transportation (DOT). On interstate highways, their combined gross vehicle weight (GVW) may not exceed 80,000 lbs. On non-interstate highways, the weight limit is 85,000 lbs. However, if a truck driver applies for it and pays a surcharge, the state may issue an overweight permit for a single trip or on an annual basis. The permit should never allow for a weight in excess of 110,000 lbs. If a trucking company neglects to get the permit, then they would be acting in negligence.
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Reviews
When our clients are happy, they say so. Whether we’re being described for how well we communicate, our responsiveness, or the quality of our service, we’re consistently rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by those we represent.
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Ratings
As an industry leader in the field of personal injury, we're proud to maintain a superb 10.0 out of 10.0 rating on AVVO.com, have a preeminent AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and have recently been awarded Client Champion Platinum status from Lawyers.com.
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Results
In the last ten years, we've recovered $50 million on behalf of our clients. Our motto is simple - You do what you need to do physically recover, and we'll handle the rest.
At the Tenge Law Firm, we feel a profound responsibility to ensure our client’s physical and emotional well being during one of the worst times of their life. We've put together a page of resources to help you gain legal expertise and education about the law.
Truck Accident Injuries
A collision with an overloaded truck can cause serious, catastrophic, or fatal injuries to passenger vehicle occupants. The collision can, and likely will, impact multiple lanes of traffic, and all the vehicles in said lanes. The weight of the overloaded truck adds to the force of the impact, and injuries sustained from such an accident are not going to be easy to recover from. Common injuries from an overloaded truck include:
- Skull fractures
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Amputations or the loss of a limb
- Fractured bones
- Crush injuries
- Severe lacerations
- Death
If you were injured, or lost a loved one, from an overloaded truck, then you are now in the position of having to file a personal injury or a wrongful death claim. This may seem incredibly overwhelming at first, but with a skilled attorney by your side, receiving proper compensation is possible. The first step is determining who the liable party is.
Why Choose the Tenge Law Firm, LLC?
Our Denver truck accident attorneys at the Tenge Law Firm, LCC have the knowledge, skills, and resources to effectively pursue compensation in an overloaded truck accident case. We can thoroughly investigate the crash to determine fault and liability, secure and preserve vital evidence, and assess the full extent of your past and future losses.
To receive the best legal representation in a truck accident claim, call us at (720) 818-9044.
