Anna Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck accidents are a distinct type of automobile accident. Large trucks like 18-wheelers have the ability to cause catastrophic injuries in a rollover or collision with smaller vehicles and other large trucks. An Anna truck accident lawyer is passionate about assisting victims injured in crashes with heavy commercial vehicles. A dedicated personal injury attorney can work hard to obtain the settlement that you deserve. En Español.

Pursuing Legal Action After an Accident

If a person is in a truck accident, they should seek medical attention as soon as possible. Diagnosing and treating injuries should be the primary concern before exploring the possibility of a lawsuit. If someone suffered personal injuries as the result of a truck accident such as head trauma, broken limbs, or whiplash, they may have a legitimate personal injury claim.

When able, an individual should contact an experienced Anna truck accident attorney to discuss whether they can, and should, pursue legal action. The Anna statute of limitations generally imposes a two-year time limit during which they can file a personal injury or wrongful death claim.

How Truck Accidents Happen

Truck accidents occur for a variety of reasons. They may happen in situations of:

• Fatigued driving
• Texting and driving
• Negligent or reckless driving
• Potholes or debris on roadways
• Defective truck equipment
• Lack of appropriate truck maintenance
• Inadequate training
• Bad weather

Driving a large truck can be a challenging job that less experienced truck drivers may not be equipped to handle. Truck drivers are often working for a company that requires them to drive hundreds of miles in a relatively short time. Although there are regulations on the number of hours a commercial truck driver may drive per day, these rules are not always followed, sometimes leading to fatigued driving.

Even though commercial truck drivers go through required training and are expected to adhere to federal guidelines, not all drivers follow these procedures.

Truck Accident Litigation

A proactive truck accident lawyer in Anna could evaluate injuries and evidence taken from the accident scene including the police report and any pictures that were taken to determine if the injured party has a viable claim.

In addition to the actual truck driver, the injured party could also have a claim against the company employing the truck driver or against the truck manufacturer. The defendants in each case will depend upon the particular facts and circumstances of the accident.

Generally, the insurance company for the truck driver will examine the accident and offer a settlement. Before accepting a settlement from the insurance company, it can be beneficial to consult with an attorney. Insurance companies are notorious for offering settlements for less money than would likely be received if the matter is pursued further.

Talk to an Anna Truck Accident Attorney

Our seasoned attorneys at McCraw Law Group have successfully recovered damages for pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical costs. Contact the office as soon as possible to schedule an appointment with an Anna truck accident lawyer.