Filing for a truck accident injury claim is a daunting undertaking compared to a car accident claim. In addition to trying to recover from a serious injury, many victims of truck accidents struggle with the increasing amount of medical expenses, temporary loss of income, and difficult, unhelpful insurance adjusters. We advise accident victims to not settle for less than what the law entitles you to, and to instead fight back by filing a case with an experienced team of truck accident attorneys at your side.
There are many steps to a truck accident injury case that your lawyer can handle for you. Some or all of the steps outlined below are essential to your case winning a successful verdict.
Discovery and Investigation: First, your attorney researches and gathers all evidence that can support you in your truck accident injury case. There are numerous pieces of evidence that need to be collected in this stage of the process, like the truck driver’s qualification file, the truck’s maintenance file, all available photos and video footage of the accident scene, and more.
Preservation Letter: During the beginning stages of a truck accident injury case, it’s important to send a letter to the truck driver, trucking company, and any other potentially liable parties that advise them of your legal claim and demanding that any potentially relevant evidence be preserved.
Continuous Documentation: Your lawyer should work with you to document all of your physical, psychological, and financial injuries. This includes all information pertaining to your health after the accident, like medical records and healthcare provider instructions for your injuries.
File a Commercial Truck Insurance Claim: Regardless of whether the truck driver, the trucking company or other parties are liable for the accident, you can file a commercial truck insurance claim to pursue the damages you’re owed.
File a Lawsuit Against Responsible Parties: Depending on the severity of your injuries and the progress of your insurance claim, your lawyer may recommend filing a lawsuit as the best course of action for your verdict or settlement offer.
Negotiation: During all phases of the litigation process, your attorney will negotiate settlements and offers and ensure that you do not settle for less than what your claim is truly worth.