If you’ve been involved in a semi-truck accident or any type of motor vehicle accident, there are certain steps you can take to maximize your chances of recovering compensation for your damages.
First, contact an attorney with experience in Texas semi-truck accidents
Second, seek a comprehensive medical evaluation. Medical care at the scene of an accident often understandably focuses on emergency life-saving measures and immediately apparent injuries. However, some injuries that appear minor or have no symptoms at all can go on to have lifelong consequences, with lifelong medical bills. A comprehensive medical evaluation, even if you feel fine, can detect latent injuries.
Third, maintain records of all police reports, medical records, vehicle repair bills, witness statements and contact information, photos taken at the scene, etc. Documentation to prove what happened and how it impacted you will be critical in determining fault and calculating damages.