An 18-wheeler accident can cause much more damage to you and your vehicle than an ordinary SUV, sedan, or other automobiles. Truck accidents are life-altering events that can result in severe injuries or death. Unfortunately, most of the 18-wheeler trucking companies have established legal firms that are committed to safeguarding their interests.

So, what should you do when you’re involved in a truck accident? First things first, don’t leave the accident scene because it hinders you from getting the best evidence for legal representation. Instead, it would be best if you got a safe place near the scene until help arrives. A truck accident almost certainly involves serious injuries, so it is crucial to maintain your safety as best you can. Make a point of calling for help to ensure police are dispatched in the area in due time.

Fight for your rights against an 18 wheeler trucking accident. To ensure compensation for damages dealt, you will need to file a lawsuit. A truck accident can result in life-changing injuries and substantial medical expenses.

Several factors may contribute to truck accidents, but a vast majority result from professional negligence. Other factors include unqualified drivers, inexperienced drivers, defective truck parts, and driver fatigue among the rest.

With the right legal team, your attorney will evaluate the case by collecting evidence and analyzing the details to see what went wrong and how the accident could have been prevented.

Our team at The Law Offices of Wilvin J. Carter is driven by professional excellence and is ready to protect your best interest at all times. We have demonstrable experience in handling cases involving 18-wheeler trucks, and our legal team is here to help get your life back on track. Contact us today for a free consultation to review your case.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

18 Wheeler-Truck Accident

Do I need a truck accident attorney?

Insurance companies may tell you that they’ll take care of you in case of accidents but the fact of the matter is, they are businesses, and they will do their best to pay as little as it possibly can on any claim.

This is the reason why you need a respected personal injury lawyer who will represent your cause and get the market value damages that you deserve.

How is Truck Accident Different?

Truck accidents are more severe because of the weight they are carrying. On average truck trailers can carry up to 80,000 pounds, which means that it may collide with far more force than passenger vehicles causing more serious injuries. 

The truck driver can be held liable for the damages sustained by the victim as well as the trucking company that employed them. When the latter has failed to meet the federal safety regulations they too can incur solidary or subsidiary liability.

What if I am the one at fault?  

If you are the one who is at fault, the defense will assess whether or not there is comparative negligence on the part of the victim. Comparative negligence is the failure of the victim to do his best to avoid the accident, which has contributed to the injury.  If the defense is able to prove comparative negligence on the part of the victim, your liability will be mitigated.