The Value of an 18 Wheeler Settlement

If a truck driver with 18 wheels rear-ends your vehicle, you could be able to make a claim against the truck driver and their employer. The severity and nature of your injuries will determine the value of your settlement.

You can also claim damages if you suffer a loss of income. It is best to wait until the doctor is sure that your injuries are permanent.

Compensation for injury

The value of an 18 wheeler accident settlement is determined by how badly the victim was injured. Injuries in truck accidents are typically far more serious than injuries sustained in car crashes, and the resulting damages often reflect this. The amount of compensation that is paid to victims is based on many factors.

Medical costs are an important element in determining the value of a trucking accident settlement. This amount will comprise the cost of any previous and future treatments in addition to any transportation costs to and from your doctor's appointment. Lost income is another consideration as is the impact of the accident on your life quality. If your injuries hinder you from working in the near future this could be included in a request for compensation.

It is not uncommon for victims to recover hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars in a truck or 18 wheeler accident attorney wheeler accident settlement. These figures are far greater than what is recovered in a typical car accident and a lot of these settlements surpass records.

Our lawyers will investigate all parties that could be responsible for your losses, which includes the truck driver and the company they are employed for, and any other third-party companies that could have contributed to the accident. For instance, loading companies can be held accountable if they improperly stack or overload cargo inside the trailer. If the accident occurred due to faulty vehicle or truck parts or components, it is possible claim compensation against the manufacturer and/or distributors of these products.

Damages for pain and suffering

In addition to economic losses victims can also seek compensation for their pain and suffering. This refers to the psychological and emotional anxiety that comes from an accident. It is hard to quantify, which is why it is an essential element of your claim. Our lawyers will assess your non-economic losses, ensuring that you receive an appropriate settlement for your injuries.

Certain victims suffer from long-lasting and permanent injuries that last for a long time. The medical expenses and future losses of these victims are likely be substantial. Experts such as economists, or medical professionals help calculate the damages. Insurance companies might try to minimize the amount of your losses by saying the accident was not responsible for your condition, but it existed prior to. Our team will rebut these claims and help you get the compensation you deserve.

Sometimes more than one party could be accountable for an 18-wheeler accident. The company that employs the driver can also be held responsible. If the truck was loaded improperly and this led to the accident and caused the crash, then the company that loaded it could be held accountable.

The process of negotiating a settlement for an accident involving a truck may seem to take forever. It is crucial to understand that you shouldn't settle your personal injury claim until you have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI). Settling too soon means that you are accepting an offer that is not enough to compensate you for your injuries.

Damages for Economic Loss

While it is possible to claim damages for past, present and future medical expenses but the most significant damages in truck accident cases are based upon your economic losses. These include lost wages and property damage, as well as the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle, as well as any other items you lost in the accident.

Because of the size and weight of these vehicles, they cannot maneuver easily like automobiles to avoid accidents. Rear-end collisions are more dangerous because trucks take longer to stop. The resultant impact could be catastrophic and life-altering.

Insurance providers and trucking companies will do everything in their power to minimize their responsibility to the victim's damage. This includes trying to negotiate and pass the statute for filing a lawsuit.

An experienced attorney can defend you against the tactics employed by these parties and help you obtain the maximum compensation for your injuries.

If more than one person was at fault for the accident and the law on comparative negligence may influence your final settlement or verdict. Your lawyer will have the expertise and know-how to determine the parties accountable and pursue claims on your behalf. This will increase the chance of receiving the amount you deserve. Call Kaine Law today for a free consultation. Our attorneys will analyze your case, explain your legal options and discuss the potential value of your truck accident claim.

Damages for Non-Economic Losses

While many accident cases are able to be settled out of court without a trial, it's not always possible with trucking companies or their insurance companies. 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 necessary to defend you and secure the most favorable settlement for your case. We'll bring in experts to conduct accident reenactments and use other methods to establish the extent of your damages in court. This could include medical or vocational experts, and economic loss specialists who can determine the value of your losses from the past and in the future could be worth.

In addition, we can also consider other parties responsible for their part in the accident's cause. This is especially true if the other party failed to fulfill its legal obligations, such as by not maintaining an appropriate truck or hire a qualified drivers.

We can also file claims against the trucking company that employed the driver or in the event that it was owned by an other party. Trucking companies may 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 may also file an action against the manufacturer of the truck if it's proved that a defective part caused an accident.