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The Value of an 18 Wheeler Settlement

If a 18-wheeler rear-ends your vehicle, you may be able to bring an action against the truck driver and their employer. The amount you will receive will be determined by the severity and nature of your injuries.

You can also claim damages if you suffer a loss of income. However, you should wait until your doctor confirms that your injuries have permanent effects.

Compensation for Injury

The degree of the injury determines the value of a settlement resulting from an 18-wheeler wreck. Truck accidents usually cause more serious injuries than car accidents and the repercussions that result are usually the result of this. However, the amount of compensation that is awarded to victims is also contingent on a variety of other factors.

Medical costs are an essential element in determining the value of a trucking crash settlement. This amount will include the cost of any previous and future treatments, as well as any transportation expenses to and from your doctor's appointment. The impact of the accident on the quality of your life and lost earnings are also factors to consider. In the event that your injuries will prevent future employment, you could include this in your compensation claim.

It is not unusual for victims to collect hundreds of thousands, or even millions of dollars in the form of a truck or an 18 wheeler settlement following an accident. These settlements are higher than those paid in a typical car accident, and a lot of them surpass records.

Our attorneys will investigate any individuals who may be responsible for your loss. This includes the truck driver and their company as well as any third party companies that may have contributed to the incident. For example loading companies could be held accountable if they improperly stack or overload cargo in the trailer. If the accident was caused by defective parts for the truck or vehicle, you may also seek compensation from the distributor and/or manufacturer.

18 wheeler accident lawsuit savannah  for Pain and Suffering

Apart from the economic loss, victims may claim compensation for suffering and pain. This is the psychological and emotional trauma caused by a trauma. It is difficult for you to quantify and is therefore an important element of your claim. Our lawyers will estimate your non-economic losses so that you receive an appropriate settlement for your injuries.

Some victims suffer from a long-lasting and debilitating injuries. The medical expenses and losses of the victims are likely to be significant. These damages are calculated using the assistance of experts like medical and economic experts. Insurance companies could try to minimize your losses by claiming that the accident did not cause your condition, but it existed before. Our team will combat these claims and get you the compensation that you deserve.

Often more than one party can be held responsible in the event of an accident involving an 18-wheeler. Alongside the truck driver the company that employs him or her could be held accountable. If the truck was not properly loaded and the accident resulted from that the loading company could be held responsible.

The process of negotiating a settlement in the aftermath of a crash with a truck may seem to take forever. It is vital to realize that you shouldn't settle a personal injury case until you reach the maximum medical improvement (MMI). Settling too soon means that you're accepting a deal that doesn't adequately cover your losses.

Damages for Economic Loss

The most significant damage in a truck accident case are the economic losses. This includes losses in wages, property damages and the expense to repair or replace your vehicle, as well as other things you've lost in the crash.

Because of the weight and size of these vehicles, trucks cannot maneuver easily like passengers vehicles to avoid crashes. Rear-end collisions pose more dangers because trucks slow down more to stop. The resultant impact could be catastrophic and life-altering.

Insurance companies and trucking companies will do whatever it takes to minimize their responsibility for injuries suffered by the victim. This involves engaging in negotiations in a bid to extend the time limit for filing lawsuits.

An experienced lawyer can help you defend yourself against the tactics used by these parties and help you receive maximum compensation for your injuries.

Laws governing comparative negligence can affect the final settlement or verdict in cases where more than one person is at fault in a collision. However, your lawyer has the expertise and experience to determine all liable parties and seek to pursue claims against them on your behalf. This increases your chances of obtaining the amount you deserve. Contact Kaine Law today to schedule a free consultation. Our lawyers will analyze your case, explain your legal options and discuss the potential benefits of your truck accident claim.

Damages for non-economic losses

Although many accidents can be resolved out of court without trial, it is not always possible with trucking companies or their insurance providers. In many cases, the severity of the injuries and the complex nature of the case mean that a lawsuit is required to ensure victims receive a fair amount of compensation.

Our firm has the resources to ensure the highest settlement possible for your case. We will employ experts to recreate accidents and other methods to prove your losses. This could include vocational and medical experts as well as economic loss specialists who will determine the value of your past and future damages.

We could also hold others accountable if they are a contributing factor to the accident. This is particularly true if the other party failed to fulfill its legal obligations, for instance by failing to maintain an appropriate truck or hire a qualified driver.

We can also file claims against the trucking company that employed the driver or if it was owned and operated by another company. Trucking companies may be held accountable for a variety of reasons, including forcing their drivers to work unreasonable hours or reducing costs by not conducting proper maintenance of the truck. You can also pursue an action against the manufacturer of the truck when it is established that a defective component caused a collision.