The Value of an 18 Wheeler Settlement
You could be eligible to file a claim if a 18-wheeler rear-ends your vehicle. The value of your settlement will be determined by the nature and severity of your injuries.
You can also recover damages in the event that you lose income. However, you should wait until your doctor is able to confirm that your injuries will have permanent consequences.
Compensation for injuries
The value of an 18 wheeler accident settlement is determined by how severely a victim was injured. The injuries sustained in truck accidents tend to be far more severe than car crash injuries and the resulting damages typically reflect this. However, 18 wheeler accident lawsuit deltona of compensation paid to victims will also be contingent on a myriad of other aspects.
Medical costs are a major aspect in determining a settlement in the event of a trucking accident. The cost of both past and future treatments will be considered when calculating this 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 will prevent you from working in the near future and you are unable to work, this may be included in a claim for compensation.
In a settlement of an 18-wheeler or truck accident, victims can receive hundreds of thousands of dollars or even millions. The settlements are more than those that would be granted in a typical auto accident, and some of them surpass records.
Our attorneys will investigate all parties that might be accountable for your losses, including the truck driver and the company they are employed for, and any third-party companies that could have contributed to the accident. Companies that load, for instance, can be held responsible if they improperly pile or overload cargo on the trailer. If the accident was caused by defective components of the truck or vehicle you may also seek compensation from the distributor and/or manufacturer.
Damages for suffering and pain
Aside from economic losses victims can also seek compensation for suffering and pain. This relates to the psychological and emotional trauma caused by an accident. It's difficult to quantify, making it a vital part of your claim. Our lawyers will estimate your non-economic losses, ensuring that you receive a fair settlement for your injuries.
Some victims suffer from long-lasting and amputation that is debilitating. Their medical costs and future expenses are likely to be substantial. Experts such as economists or medical professionals assist in calculating the amount of damages. Insurers can try to minimize these losses by arguing your condition did not result from the crash, but rather that they existed beforehand. Our team will challenge these claims and help you get the compensation you are due.
In most cases, more than one party can be held responsible for an accident that involves an 18-wheeler. Besides the truck driver the company that employs him or her could be held accountable. If the truck was incorrectly loaded and the accident resulted from this, the loading company could be held liable.
Waiting for a settlement in the event of a truck crash 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). If you settle too early, it means you are accepting an offer that does not adequately compensate you for your injuries.
Damages for Economic Loss
The most significant damage in a truck accident case are your economic losses. These include lost wages, property damage, and the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle, as well as any other items you lost in the accident.
Because of the weight and size of these vehicles, they aren't able to maneuver as easily as cars for passenger use to avoid collisions. Rear-end collisions pose more dangers because trucks slow down more to stop. The impact that results can be devastating and life-altering.
Insurance companies and trucking companies will do anything to minimize their responsibility for the injuries suffered by the victim. This may include engaging in negotiations to try and pass the law filing a lawsuit.
An experienced lawyer can combat the tactics employed by these parties and help you obtain the maximum compensation for your injuries.
The laws governing comparative negligence may affect the final settlement or verdict in cases where more than one person is accountable for a collision. Your lawyer will have the expertise and knowledge to identify all parties responsible and pursue claims on your behalf. This increases your chance of obtaining the amount you deserve. Call Kaine Law for a no-cost consultation today. Our lawyers will review your case, discuss your legal options and discuss the potential worth of your truck accident claim.
Damages for Economic Losses
Although many accidents are able to be settled out of court without trial, it is not always possible with trucking companies or their insurance providers. The complexity of these cases and the nature of the injuries frequently mean that a lawsuit needs to be filed for victims to receive a fair amount of compensation.
Our firm has the resources necessary to secure the best settlement for your case. We'll bring in experts to conduct accident reenactments and employ other methods to establish the severity of your losses in court. This could include medical or vocational experts, as well economic loss specialists who can estimate the amount of your losses in the past and the future could be worth.
Additionally, we could also be able to hold other parties accountable in the event that they contributed to the cause of the crash. This is particularly true if the other party was unable to comply with its legal obligations, such as by failing to maintain the truck or employ a qualified driver.
We can also file a lawsuit against the trucking company that employed the driver or if it was owned and operated by another entity. Trucking companies may be held accountable for a variety of reasons including putting their drivers into unreasonable working hours or reducing expenses by not ensuring proper maintenance for the vehicle. We can also assert a claim against the truck manufacturer when a defective component is shown to have caused a collision.