Collecting Evidence in a Tractor Trailer Collision
Evidence in a case can disappear quickly. Things like evidence from the truck itself, the Engine Control Module (ECM) or black box data could be compromised. Any evidence from the truck trailer or from the tractor itself could be destroyed. All of those pieces of evidence could have a significant impact on what can be proven and what various theories of liability could be prevailed upon.
Therefore, following a truck accident, it is crucial to get to the scene of the wreck immediately. A lawyer could hire experts who could help with preserving evidence. Once the evidence is gone, it is gone, and the injured victim may not be able to recover damages. An experienced truck collision attorney understands this and knows who to hire in order to collect the necessary evidence.
After collecting the evidence, the lawyer could then calculate the damages that the injured party should receive. They could also negotiate with the other side to secure a fair settlement.