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How Can A Trucking Accident Attorney Help Me?
You or a loved one can benefit from retaining the services of an attorney in the event of a truck accident. A truck driver's insurance can run into the millions, and more than one party can be held vicariously liable if he is negligent, so it is crucial that you have a truck accident lawyer on your side as soon as possible. It is not always easy to figure out what insurance line each truck and trailer were covered by. Sometimes, the truck and trailer were covered by separate insurance companies, and both companies may have been negligent.
To collect the necessary evidence, your lawyer and staff will investigate your accident in great detail.
- You will first be assigned a legal team, who will collect records related to your claims, including medical records, bills, and insurance information. Documentation of your injuries will help your attorney understand the extent of your injuries, and build your compensation claim.
- Your case may be built using police records, dashcam footage, security camera footage, the truck's black box and more.
- Outside of court, your lawyer will negotiate with the defense on your behalf to gain the compensation you may be entitled to.
- A lawyer prepares for trial in the event of an unsuccessful settlement negotiation and makes your case strong if it goes to trial.
A tractor trailer accident can be caused by several factors. When a large commercial truck strikes a car, truck, motorcycle, or pedestrian, almost always, it results in severe injuries or death. When a truck is out of control, its weight and size are deadly.
It is not uncommon for large trucks to be involved in fatal accidents due to the negligence or recklessness of their drivers. Driving a commercial motor vehicle requires a special license. Laws govern how commercial trucks are operated both at the federal and state levels. Investigations into accidents, however, show a disregard of training and regulations.
- Aggressive driving
- Speeding and ignoring reduced truck speed limits
- Driver fatigue
- Distracted driving (i.e. cell phone use) Impaired driving (i.e., alcohol and drug abuse)Failure to inspect tires and brakes
There are different parties that could be held liable for a truck accident, including the truck driver, transportation company, and owner of the truck. Furthermore, the facility responsible for loading the trailer, or even the organization responsible for its contents could also be held responsible. As each case is unique, it is best to consult with an attorney to determine who is at fault. We offer our potential clients free consultations because of this reason.
- Truck Driver: This one is obvious, since your truck driver may have most directly been at-fault for causing the truck crash on the road.
- Trucking Company: If the driver of the vehicle was employed by a trucking company, they could be held liable. They are responsible for keeping track of drivers’ information, including background checks, limiting scheduling for rest periods, and more.
- Third-party brokers: Many commercial transportation companies hire a third-party broker to connect them to drivers and trucks to transport their cargo. This means, if you have been in a truck crash with a vehicle hired by one of these brokers, your lawyer will want to know if they did their due diligence in hiring, as well as investigating how much control they had over the driver’s schedule and more.
- Truck Manufacturers: If the truck crash was caused by a mechanical failure or some other issue with a part in the truck, you could also widen liability to the truck manufacturer. Beyond that, if the employer or independent truck driver did not routinely get the truck inspected and repaired, they could be held liable for a faulty part as well.
Several laws have been passed by the federal and state governments to prevent truck accidents, including regulations on how to maintain trucks, how to hire truck drivers, and more. Trucking companies and brokers who cut corners on the road can result in an accident.
To determine if your truck crash was caused by negligent hiring practices or maintenance practices, you should hire an attorney who is equipped with the right experts and knows what questions to ask.
Practical Steps To Take After A Truck Accident
If you've been hit by a large truck, you need to know your case is in the best possible hands. An accident involving a commercial truck or tractor trailer can be far more devastating and complicated than a regular car accident. They should be handled by a law firm with years of experience and a record of success handling this type of case. Our truck accident lawyers have been representing truck crash victims throughout the United States for many years. They are dedicated experts who aggressively pursue the compensation and justice you deserve.
If you are involved in a truck accident, seek medical treatment immediately. You should then consult with a truck accident lawyer as soon as possible. When your legal team is hired, they will preserve vital pieces of evidence and secure the scene of a tractor trailer accident, taking photos and taking witness statements. The trucking companies may lose, misplace, or purposely destroy evidence because of this. For proving liability, it is crucial to preserve that evidence.