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You may be able to file a claim if a 18-wheeler rear-ends your vehicle. The nature and severity of your injuries will determine the value of your settlement.
You can also seek damages for future lost income. But, you must wait until your doctor is able to confirm that your injuries have lasting effects.
Compensation for injuries
The value of an 18-wheeler crash settlement is determined by the severity with which a victim was injured. Truck accidents often result in more serious injuries than car crashes and the repercussions which follow are often due to this. The amount of compensation paid to victims is based on many factors.
Medical costs are an essential factor in determining value of a trucking injury settlement. The cost of both past and future treatments will be taken into account when calculating this amount, that could include any transportation costs to and from appointments with your doctor. The consequences of the accident for the quality of your life and loss of income are other factors to consider. If your injuries will prevent you from working in the future, this can also be included in a claim for compensation.
In a settlement of a truck accident or 18-wheeler accident, victims can recover hundreds of thousands of dollars, and even millions. These settlements are greater than the ones paid in a typical car accident, and a number of them exceed records.
Our lawyers will investigate every party that could be responsible for your losses, including the truck driver as well as the company they work for, as well as any third-party businesses that may have contributed to the accident. Loading companies, for example could be held accountable when they fail to properly stack or over-load cargo onto the trailer. If the accident was caused by faulty vehicle or truck parts, you may also seek compensation from the manufacturer or distributor.
Damages for Suffering and Pain
In addition, to economic losses, victims can also claim compensation for the pain and suffering they have endured. This is in relation to the emotional and psychological distress caused by an accident. It's hard to quantify, which makes it an essential component of your claim. Our lawyers will determine your non-economic losses so that you receive a fair settlement for your injuries.
Some victims have long-lasting and debilitating injuries that last for a long time. The medical costs and future losses of these victims are likely to be significant. These damages are calculated using the aid of experts like doctors and economists. Insurance companies can attempt to limit these losses by saying that your condition did not result from the crash, but rather that they existed before. Our team will fight these claims and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.
In most cases there are multiple parties that can be held responsible for an accident that involves an 18-wheeler. The company which employs the driver could also be held accountable. If the truck was incorrectly loaded and the crash resulted from it then the loading company could be held responsible.
It can appear that it takes a long time to settle a truck crash case. It's important to remember that you shouldn't settle a personal injury claim until you have reached the point of maximum medical improvement (MMI). If you settle too early, you will accept a settlement that is not adequate compensation for your injuries.
Damages for Economic Loss
While it is possible to claim damages for past, current and future medical bills The most significant damage in cases involving truck accidents are based upon your economic losses. These include lost wages, property damage, and the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle and any other things you may have lost in the accident.
Because of the weight and size of these vehicles, they cannot be maneuvered as easily as passengers vehicles to avoid crashes. Rear-end collisions are more dangerous because trucks slow down more to stop. The impact that results can be catastrophic and life-altering.
Trucking companies and insurance providers will do everything to minimize their liability to the victim's damage. This involves dragging out negotiations in an attempt to pass the time limit for filing lawsuits.
An experienced lawyer can defend you against the tactics employed by these parties and help you get maximum compensation for your injuries.
The law on comparative negligence can impact the final settlement or verdict in the event that more than one party is responsible for the collision. Your attorney will have the knowledge and experience to determine all parties liable and seek to pursue claims against them on your behalf. This increases your chance of receiving the full amount you are entitled to. Call Kaine Law today to schedule a free consultation. Our attorneys will analyze and explain your case as well as your legal options and the potential benefits of a truck accident claim.
Damages for losses that are not economic
While a lot of accidents can be settled out of court without trial, it is not always possible with trucking companies or their insurance companies. In many cases, the severity of the injuries and the complexity of the case indicates that a lawsuit is needed to ensure that victims receive fair compensation.
Our firm has all the resources required to defend you and obtain the best settlement for your case. We will bring in experts to conduct reenactments of accidents and employ other methods to demonstrate the severity of your losses in court. This may include vocational and medical experts as well as economic loss specialists who will determine the value of your future and past damages.
We may also hold others accountable if they are involved in the accident. This is particularly applicable if they did not comply with their legal obligations, for instance, by failing to maintain the truck or hire qualified drivers.
We can also file a lawsuit against the trucking company that employed the driver or when it was owned by another entity. Trucking companies can be held responsible for a myriad of reasons including putting their drivers into unreasonable working hours or reducing costs through not ensuring proper maintenance of the vehicle. It is also possible to assert a claim against the truck manufacturer if a deficient part is proved to cause a collision.