Trucking Accidents
It’s not a fair fight. A commercial truck is eight times larger and as much as ten times heavier than a passenger vehicle. The car loses.
If you’ve been involved in an trucking accident, you may already know the tactics businesses and their insurance companies use to dodge responsibility. But even if the truck driver is only partially at fault, you may have a valid claim.
In Montana, road accidents are higher than the national average -- almost double. And the consequences of a crash can last a lifetime. A truck accident calls for immediate legal attention and evaluation.
Do I have a trucking accident case?
Only a consultation with a qualified semi truck accident attorney can determine whether you need legal representation, but generally, if there were no injuries and no significant property damage, you can usually handle matters without a lawyer.
Some of the factors an attorney will consider are who was at fault or partially at fault and whether there is evidence of negligence. Truck accidents have certain specific differences from private vehicle accidents because there are federal regulations that require certain records and these can show there were equipment problems or driver fatigue.
Common questions on different types of trucking accidents can be found in our FAQ.
A few facts that might show responsibility for a tractor trailer accident:
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Drug or alcohol use
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Speeding
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Improper loading of cargo
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Truck driver error, including altered log books or inadequate training
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Truck maintenance and inspection records
What will a trucking accident attorney seek to collect?
The common items involved in a negotiated settlement are:
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Loss of wages – this includes current wages and future earnings. It may also include such items as 401k contributions and retirement benefits, depending on the nature of the injury.
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Medical bills, both immediate and long term.
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Compensation for physical or emotional pain and suffering – in many cases, this represents a large portion of the settlement.
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Compensation for loss of companionship – this usually comes up when there is a death or crippling injury.
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Miscellaneous expenses – funeral, transportation for medical treatments, repairs to property and other expenditures.
If you or a loved one is the victim of a trucking accident, don’t wait to get qualified advice…
Neuhardt Law will give your case the attention it deserves. Solomon Neuhardt is experienced in managing commercial trucking accident claims in Montana. Please do not hesitate to contact our office with any questions you may have.
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