The Value of an 18 Wheeler Settlement

You may be able to make a claim if a hazleton 18 wheeler accident law firm-wheeler rear-ends your vehicle. The severity and nature of your injuries will determine the amount of your settlement.

You can also claim damages for lost income in the future. It is best to wait until the doctor confirms your injuries are permanent.

Compensation for injuries

The degree of the injury determines the value of a settlement in an 18-wheeler wreck. Truck accidents usually cause more serious injuries than car accidents and the damages that result are usually due to this. The amount of compensation awarded to victims varies based on many factors.

Medical costs are an important element in determining the value of a trucking accident settlement. The cost of previous and future treatments will be taken into account when calculating the amount, which can include any transportation expenses to and from appointments with your doctor. The effects of the accident on the quality of your life and lost income are also aspects to be considered. In the event that your injuries will prevent future employment, you could include this in your compensation claim.

It is not uncommon for victims to receive hundreds of thousands and even millions of dollars from an 18 wheeler or truck accident settlement. These settlements are much higher than what would be given in a typical auto accident, and some of them break records.

Our lawyers will investigate all parties who could be liable for your losses, including the truck driver and the company they are employed for, as well as any third-party companies who may have contributed to the accident. For example loading companies can be held accountable when they do not properly stack or overload cargo in the trailer. In addition, if the accident occurred due to faulty components of the vehicle or truck, it is possible to file claims against the manufacturer and/or distributor of these products.

Damages for pain and suffering

In addition to the economic loss victims may also seek compensation for their pain and suffering. This is the emotional and psychological distress resulted from an injury. It's hard to quantify, making it an essential part of your claim. Our lawyers will work to calculate your non-economic loss so that you receive an appropriate settlement for your injuries.

Some victims suffer from persistent and severe injuries. Their medical bills and expenses will likely to be significant. Experts such as economists, or medical professionals help calculate the amount of damages. Insurance companies could attempt to minimize your losses by claiming the accident didn't cause your condition, but that it existed before. Our team will fight against these claims to get you the compensation you deserve.

Sometimes there are multiple parties that may be liable in an 18-wheeler accident. Besides the truck driver, the company that employs him or her could be held accountable. In addition, if the truck was not loaded correctly and this led to the accident and caused the crash, then the company that loaded it might be liable.

Waiting for a settlement in a truck crash case can seem to take forever. It's important to remember that you shouldn't settle a personal injury claim until you have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI). If you settle too soon you could take a deal that isn't enough compensation for your injuries.

Damages for Economic Loss

While it is possible to recover damages for past, present and future medical expenses, the most significant damages in truck accidents are based upon your economic losses. These include lost wages, property damage, and the cost of fixing or replacing your vehicle as well as any other things you may have lost in the crash.

Due to the size and weight of these vehicles, trucks aren't able to maneuver as easily as automobiles to avoid accidents. Rear-end collisions are more dangerous because trucks slow down more to stop. The impact could be devastating and even life-altering.

Insurance companies and trucking companies will do whatever it takes to minimize their responsibility for the injuries of the victim. This involves dragging out negotiations to try to extend the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit.

An experienced lawyer can fight back against the tactics used by these parties and help you get maximum compensation for your injuries.

If more than one party was responsible for the accident the law of comparative negligence could affect your final settlement or verdict. However, your lawyer will have the knowledge and experience to identify all responsible parties and take legal action against them on behalf of you. This increases your chance of obtaining the amount you're entitled to. Call Kaine Law for a free consultation today. Our lawyers will review your case, explain your legal options and discuss the potential worth of your truck accident claim.

Damages for non-economic losses

While many accident cases can be resolved 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 require a lawsuit to be filed for victims to receive a fair amount of compensation.

Our firm has the resources necessary to fight for the best settlement for your case. We will use experts to reenact accidents and other methods to prove your damages. This could include medical or vocational experts, as well as economic loss specialists who will determine what your losses from the past and in the future could be worth.

We can also hold others responsible if they were involved in the accident. This is particularly the case if they fail to meet their legal obligations for instance, by failing to maintain the truck or employ qualified drivers.

We may also make a claim against the trucking company which employed the driver or if the company was owned by an outside party. Trucking companies may be held accountable for a variety of reasons, such as requiring their employees to work long hours or cutting costs by not carrying out proper maintenance on the truck. It is also possible to make a claim against a truck manufacturer when a defective part is proved to have caused a collision.