Should You Accept the Insurance Company’s First Offer?
A quick settlement offer after a truck accident can be genuinely tempting, especially when medical bills are piling up and income has been disrupted by your injuries. But accepting an…
Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Truck Accident
Losing a loved one in a truck accident is one of the most difficult experiences a family can go through, and no settlement or verdict can undo that loss. Still,…
How Long Does a Truck Accident Claim Take to Settle?
Truck accident claims typically take longer to resolve than standard car accident claims, and understanding why can help set realistic expectations during what’s often an already stressful and financially difficult…
Comparative Negligence: What If You Were Partly at Fault?
Being partially at fault for a truck accident doesn’t necessarily mean you’re barred from recovering any compensation — but it does affect how much you can ultimately recover, and by…
How Federal Trucking Regulations (FMCSA) Affect Your Claim
Commercial trucking is regulated far more heavily than ordinary passenger vehicle driving, and for good reason — an improperly operated or maintained 80,000-pound vehicle poses risks that a typical car…
The Statute of Limitations for Truck Accident Claims
Every truck accident claim is subject to a legal filing deadline known as the statute of limitations, and missing it can permanently bar you from recovering compensation — no matter…
Dealing With Insurance Adjusters After a Truck Accident
Insurance adjusters aren’t neutral parties, even though they’re often friendly and professional in their interactions with you. Their job is to resolve claims in a way that limits their company’s…
How Truck Accident Settlements Are Calculated
There’s no single formula that produces a truck accident settlement number, but attorneys and insurance companies generally work through a similar set of factors to arrive at a figure both…
Should You Accept the Insurance Company’s First Offer?
The steps you take in the minutes and hours after a truck accident can significantly affect your health, safety, and any future claim. Check for injuries and call 911. Get…
Questions to Ask a Truck Accident Lawyer Before Hiring
Choosing the right attorney can significantly affect the outcome of your case. Here are key questions to ask during a consultation. “How much of your practice focuses on truck accident…
