The Value of an 18 wheeler accident lawsuit Wheeler Settlement

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

You can also claim damages for future lost income. You should wait until the doctor determines that your injuries are permanent.

Compensation for injuries

The value of an 18 wheeler accident settlement is determined by how badly a victim was injured. Injuries in truck accidents tend to be far more severe than car crash injuries, and the resulting damages often reflect this. However, the amount of compensation awarded to victims will also be contingent on a myriad of other factors.

Medical expenses are a crucial factor in determining value of a trucking injury settlement. The cost of both past and future treatments will be taken into account when calculating the amount, that could include any transportation costs for appointments with your doctor. Lost income is another consideration, as is the impact of the accident on your life quality. If your injuries hinder you from working for the foreseeable future, this can also be included in a claim for compensation.

It is not uncommon for victims to receive hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars in a truck or 18 wheeler settlement for an accident. These amounts are much higher than what is recovered in a typical crash and a lot of these settlements are record breaking.

Our attorneys will investigate all parties who could be liable for your losses, which includes the truck driver as well as the company they work for, and any third-party companies who may have contributed to the accident. For instance loading companies could be held liable if they improperly stack or overfill cargo in the trailer. If the accident was caused by defective parts for the truck or vehicle, you can also file a claim against the distributor and/or manufacturer.

Damages for suffering and pain

Aside from economic losses victims may also seek compensation for 18 wheeler accident suffering and pain. This relates to the emotional and psychological distress caused by an accident. It's a challenge to quantify and therefore a crucial part of your claim. Our lawyers will estimate your non-economic losses to ensure you receive an appropriate settlement for your injuries.

Some victims suffer from long-lasting, permanent injuries. Their medical expenses and future expenses are likely to be substantial. These damages are calculated with the assistance of experts such as medical experts and economists. Insurance companies can attempt to limit these losses by arguing your medical conditions didn't arise from the crash, but that they existed beforehand. Our team will fight these claims and get you the compensation that you deserve.

Sometimes more than one party may be liable for an 18-wheeler collision. In addition to the driver of the truck and the company that employs the driver could be held accountable. If the truck was not properly loaded and the crash resulted from this, the loading company could be held liable.

The process of negotiating a settlement in an accident involving a truck may seem to take forever. It is crucial to understand that you shouldn't settle a personal-injury claim until you have reached the point of maximum medical improvement (MMI). Doing so too soon could mean that you are accepting an offer that does not adequately pay for your injuries.

Damages for Economic Loss

While it is possible to get compensation for past, current and future medical bills but the most significant damages in truck accidents are based on your financial losses. These include lost wages along with property damage, the cost of fixing or replacing your vehicle, as well as any other items you lost in the crash.

Due to the size and weight of these vehicles, they cannot maneuver easily like passengers vehicles to avoid crashes. They take longer to stop, making rear-end crashes especially dangerous. The impact that results can be catastrophic and life-altering.

Insurance companies and trucking companies will do everything in their power to limit their liability for the victim's damages. This includes engaging in negotiations to try to extend the time limit for filing lawsuits.

An experienced attorney will help you fight these tactics and ensure you receive the maximum amount of compensation for your injuries.

If more than one person was responsible for the collision the law of comparative negligence could affect your final settlement or verdict. However, your lawyer will have the knowledge and experience to identify all liable parties and seek to pursue claims against them on your behalf. This increases the likelihood of receiving the maximum amount you deserve. Contact Kaine Law today for 18 wheeler Accident a free consultation. Our lawyers will review your case, explain your legal options and discuss the potential worth of your truck crash claim.

Damages for Non-Economic Losses

While a lot of accidents can be settled out of court without a trial, this isn't always possible with trucking companies or their insurance companies. The complexity of these cases as well as the nature of the injuries usually mean that a lawsuit needs to be filed for victims to receive a fair amount of compensation.

Our firm has the resources to fight for the best settlement for your case. We will use experts to reenact the accident and other methods to prove your damages. This may include medical and vocational experts, as well as economic loss specialists who can determine the value of your past and future losses could be worth.

Additionally, we could also be able to hold other parties accountable if they contributed to the causes of the crash. This is especially the case if the other party was unable to fulfill its legal obligations, as by not maintaining the truck or employ a qualified driver.

We may also seek a remedy against the trucking firm that employed the driver, or if the company was owned by an unrelated third party. Trucking companies could be held accountable for a variety of reasons, which include requiring their drivers to work unreasonable hours or reducing costs by not conducting regular maintenance on their trucks. We can also pursue an action against the company that made of the truck if it can be proved that a defective part led to an accident.