The Value of an 18 Wheeler Settlement

If an 18 wheeler rear-ends your vehicle, you could be able of making claims 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 are unable to earn future income. But, you must wait until your doctor is able to confirm that your injuries will have lasting consequences.

Compensation for Injuries

The value of an 18 wheeler accident settlement is determined by how badly a victim was injured. The injuries sustained in truck accidents are typically far more serious than car crash injuries and the resulting damage can reflect this. However, the amount of compensation that is awarded to victims is also contingent on a variety of other factors.

Medical expenses are an important element in determining the value of a settlement for a trucking accident. The cost of both past and future treatments will be taken into account when calculating the amount, which can include any transportation costs for appointments with your doctor. Lost income is another consideration, as is the impact of the accident on your lifestyle. In the event that your injuries prevent you from obtaining future employment, you can include this in your compensation claim.

In a settlement involving an 18 wheeler accident law firm-wheeler accident or truck accident, victims can recover hundreds of thousands of dollars, and even millions. These sums are significantly higher than the amount that would be recouped in a typical car crash and a lot settlements exceed records.

Our attorneys will investigate any parties who might be responsible for your losses. This includes the truck driver and their company, as well as any third party businesses that could contribute to the occurrence. For example loading companies could be held liable when they do not properly stack or overload cargo inside the trailer. In addition, if the accident was caused by defective vehicle or truck parts It is possible to file claims against the manufacturer and/or distributor of these items.

Damages for suffering and pain

In addition to the economic loss, victims can also claim compensation for the pain and suffering they have endured. This refers to the psychological and emotional trauma that is caused by injury. It's hard to quantify, which is why it is an essential component of your claim. Our lawyers will calculate your non-economic losses so that you get an appropriate settlement for your injuries.

Some victims have long-lasting and permanent injuries that last for a long time. The medical bills and expenses are likely to be substantial. Experts such as economists, or medical professionals aid in calculating these damages. Insurance companies can attempt to limit these losses by saying that your condition did not result from the crash, but that they existed prior to. Our team will rebut these claims to get you the compensation that you deserve.

In most cases it is the case that more than one person can be held responsible for an accident involving an 18-wheeler. In addition to the driver of the truck the company that employs him or her could be held responsible. In the event that the truck was not loaded correctly and this caused the crash and caused the crash, then the company that loaded it might be liable.

It could seem as if it takes forever to settle a truck crash case. It's important to remember that you shouldn't settle a personal injury claim until you've reached the point of maximum medical improvement (MMI). If you settle too soon, you will accept a settlement that is not adequate compensation for your injuries.

Damages for Economic Loss

While it is possible to recover damages for past, current and future medical bills The most significant damages in truck accidents are based on the economic losses. This includes lost wages, property damage, and the cost to repair or replace your vehicle, and other things you've were unable to replace in the accident.

Trucks are a lot heavier and larger than passenger vehicles. They cannot easily maneuver around to avoid collisions. They take a lot longer to stop, making rear-end collisions especially risky. The impact that results can be catastrophic and life-altering.

Trucking companies and insurance providers will do everything to minimize their liability for the victim's losses. This could include engaging in negotiations to try and get the statute passed for filing a suit.

An experienced lawyer can combat the tactics used by these parties and ensure you obtain the maximum compensation for your injuries.

If more than one person was responsible for the collision the law of comparative negligence could affect your final settlement or verdict. But, your attorney has the expertise and experience to determine the parties responsible and seek to pursue claims against them on behalf of you. This increases your chances of getting the full amount you are entitled to. Call Kaine Law for a complimentary consultation today. Our lawyers will review your case, discuss your legal options and discuss the potential value of your truck accident claim.

Damages for Non-Economic Loss

Trucking companies and their insurance providers might not be able to settle disputes outside of court. In many cases, the severity the injuries and the complexity of the case means that a lawsuit is needed to ensure that victims get fair compensation.

Our firm has the resources necessary to advocate for you and secure the most favorable settlement for your case. We will call in experts to conduct reenactments of accidents as well as other methods to prove the extent of your losses in court. This could include vocational or medical experts and economic loss specialists who will determine the value of your past and future damages.

In addition, we can also consider other parties responsible for their part in the causes of the crash. This is especially true when the other party failed to comply with its legal obligations, for example by failing to maintain an appropriate truck or hire a qualified drivers.

You can also make a claim against the trucking company that employed the driver or if the firm was owned by an outside party. Trucking companies may be held responsible for a variety of causes, such as forcing their drivers to work unnecessarily long hours or cutting costs by not performing the proper maintenance on the vehicle. We can also assert a claim against the manufacturer of trucks if a defective part is proven to cause an accident.