2 reasons a truck accident claim can get complicated

On Behalf of | Feb 14, 2022 | Motor Vehicle Accidents |

Trucking accidents are different from other types of accidents. For starters, crashes involving trucks tend to result in severe injuries for victims due to their considerable size and weight. In addition, claiming damages from such an accident is not quite straightforward for various reasons.

If you have been involved in a trucking accident, it is crucial to know how to handle your claim. Otherwise, you may end up settling for less than you deserve. Here is why:

There may be multiple liable parties

The trucker behind the wheel is just one of the several potentially liable parties. For instance, they could be liable if they were speeding and caused the accident.

Equally, the trucking company may be responsible if it fails to conduct routine maintenance on the trucks as required by law or fails to screen its drivers before hiring them. Finally, if a defective car part caused the accident, the manufacturer could be liable.

This means that you may be facing a battery of insurance lawyers from all sides, all aiming at securing their parties’ interests. That can leave you caught in the middle as you try to get someone to take responsibility for your losses. 

The financial stakes are a lot higher

The stakes are very high in trucking accidents due to the possible substantial settlement for seriously injured victims, which can run into millions of dollars. Proceedings can get tense as every party seeks to minimize their fault, and it can be a frustrating affair for victims.

As the victim, it is crucial to make informed decisions when you are involved in a trucking accident. Learning more about your rights and what to expect along the way will help your cause. Most importantly, do not rush into an early offer made to you by either party. Doing so will jeopardize your chances of claiming the actual compensation you deserve for damages suffered.

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