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The Value of an 18 Wheeler Settlement

If an eighteen wheeler rear-ends your vehicle, you may be able to file an action against the truck driver and their employer. The amount of your settlement will be determined by the severity and nature your injuries.

You can also claim damages for lost income in the future. But, you must wait until your doctor confirms that your injuries have lasting consequences.

Compensation for Injuries

The degree of the injury determines the value of a settlement following an 18-wheeler wreck. Truck accidents usually cause more serious injuries than car crashes and the damage that result are usually a reflection of this. However, the amount of compensation awarded to victims will also depend on a myriad of other aspects.

Medical costs are an essential element in determining the value of a settlement for a trucking accident. This amount will cover the cost of prior and future treatments as well as transportation costs to and from your doctor's appointment. The consequences of the accident for the quality of your life and lost earnings are also factors to consider. In the event that your injuries could hinder the possibility of a job in the future, you may include this in your compensation claim.

It is not uncommon for victims to receive hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars from an 18 wheeler accident lawyers wheeler or truck settlement for an accident. These settlements are much higher than the ones awarded in a typical automobile accident, and many of them set records.

Our attorneys will investigate all parties that could be liable for your losses, including the truck driver and the company they work for, and any third-party companies that may have contributed to the accident. For example loading companies could be held liable in the event that they fail to stack or overload cargo inside the trailer. In addition, if the accident was caused by defective parts of the vehicle or truck or components, it is possible file claims against the manufacturer and/or distributor of these items.

Damages for Suffering and Pain

In addition, to economic losses victims may also seek compensation for their pain and suffering. This refers to the psychological and emotional distress that is caused by injury. It's hard for you to quantify and therefore an essential element of your claim. Our lawyers will determine your non-economic losses so that you get a fair settlement for your injuries.

Some victims suffer from persistent and severe injuries. The medical costs and future losses of these victims are likely be significant. Experts such as economists or medical professionals assist in calculating the damages. Insurance companies can try to reduce your losses by claiming the accident did not cause your condition, but that it existed before. Our team will rebut these claims to ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve.

Sometimes more than one party could be responsible for an 18-wheeler accident. The company which employs the driver could also be held responsible. If the truck was incorrectly loaded and the accident resulted from that then the loading company could be held accountable.

Waiting for a settlement in the event of a truck crash could seem to take forever. It is crucial to remember that you should not settle a personal injury claim until you have reached your maximum medical improvement (MMI). If you settle too soon you may take a deal that does not provide adequate compensation for your injuries.

Damages for Economic Loss

While it is possible to recover damages for past, current and future medical expenses however, the largest damage in cases involving truck accidents are based on your financial losses. This includes lost wages, property damages, and the cost to repair or replace your vehicle, as well as other items you've were unable to replace in the crash.

Trucks are heavier and bulkier than passenger cars. They are not able to maneuver around to avoid collisions. They take a lot longer to stop, making rear-end collisions particularly dangerous. The impact can be catastrophic and life-altering.

Insurance companies and trucking firms will do anything to reduce their liability for injuries suffered by the victim. This includes the use of negotiations to try to pass the law for filing a lawsuit.

An experienced attorney can help you fight these tactics and get the most compensation for your injuries.

Laws governing comparative negligence can affect the final settlement or verdict in the event that more than one party is at fault in a collision. However, your lawyer will have the knowledge and experience to determine all liable parties and take legal action against them on your behalf. This increases your chance of receiving the full amount you're entitled to. Contact Kaine Law for a no-cost consultation today. Our attorneys will review your case, explain your legal options and discuss the potential value of your truck accident claim.

Damages for losses that are not economic

While a lot of accidents can be settled out of court without trial, it's not always possible with trucking companies or their insurance providers. The complexity of these cases and the nature of the injuries usually mean that a lawsuit has to be filed for victims to receive a fair amount of compensation.

Our firm has the resources to ensure the highest settlement for your case. We will enlist experts to conduct reenactments of accidents and use other methods to show the severity of your injuries in court. This may include medical and vocational experts, as well economic loss specialists who can determine how much your losses from the past and in the future could be worth.

In addition, we can also hold other parties responsible when they contributed to the accident's cause. This is particularly true if the other party was unable to perform its legal obligations, for instance by not maintaining the truck or employ a qualified drivers.

We can also file a claim against the trucking firm who employed the driver or if the firm was owned by an unrelated third party. Trucking companies may be held accountable for a variety of reasons, such as requiring their employees to work unreasonably long hours or reducing costs by not performing regular maintenance on the truck. We can also bring an action against the company that made of the truck if it can be proven that a defect in a component led to a collision.