Here are the biggest roadblocks you face while determining liability in truck accident cases:
Longer time to prove liability – It takes more time to filter out who is at fault when there are so many parties involved.
Aggressive lawyers – Trucking companies have to deal with accident claims on a regular basis. So they instantly activate a team of lawyers to protect their interests by sabotaging yours. It’s not uncommon for their lawyers to take away any questionable evidence from the accident scene.
Dodgy insurance tactics – Serious injuries in truck accidents call for serious settlements. Unfortunately, the only thing insurance companies take seriously is protecting their profits and avoiding your payout. The bigger your compensation demand, the more likely they’ll try to delay, underpay, or deny your claim.
Falsified records or missing records – Trucking companies, maintenance shops, and cargo loaders have to keep detailed records of their operations. If they fail to maintain them or intentionally conceal them, you can hold them liable for violating FMCSA regulations.