Get Full and Fair Compensation for All Your Losses
When you’ve been injured in a collision with a big rig, semi, 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer or delivery van, you need a proven commercial truck accident law firm to fully protect your rights. According to statistics, there are nearly 200,000 commercial truck accidents every year, and about one in every three lead to some type of personal injury. The injuries commonly suffered in big truck accidents are different from many other motor vehicle wrecks, the damages tend to be far more substantial, and evidence and proof are typically complex.
What Should You Do in the Immediate Aftermath of a Commercial Truck Accident?
When you have been involved in any type of motor vehicle accident, your first concern should be your health and safety. In most instances, you’ll want to stay right where you are, unless doing so puts you in harm’s way. Seek medical attention as soon as possible, either at a hospital emergency room, an urgent care facility or in the offices of your primary care physician.
The sooner you retain experienced legal counsel, the better you’ll be served. Your attorney can ensure that all documents or pleadings are timely filed, and can be your liaison with insurance companies.
If possible, while you are still on the scene of the accident, gather as much information as you can, including names and contact information of all parties involved, as well as any witnesses. It can also be helpful to take pictures of everything, from your injuries to any vehicle damage to roadway or weather abnormalities.
How Will the Right Commercial Truck Accident Law Firm Benefit You?
A knowledgeable commercial truck accident attorney will:
- Understand the state and federal regulations governing truck drivers and trucking operations
- Know how to obtain and review driving and maintenance logs to determine whether truck drivers or trucking companies complied with state and federal laws and regulations
- Be familiar with the commercial truck’s “black box” recorder, which may provide critical data regarding the driver’s actions before and at the time of the accident
- Have the ability to work with expert witnesses, such as accident reconstruction specialists, engineers, medical professionals and financial experts, to prepare and present the most compelling and persuasive arguments for your full, financial recovery
- Anticipate the types of losses you’ll experience, including medical conditions that may not be immediately apparent
- Understand the full amount of potential damages, so that you can make good decisions about settlement offers
- Be a knowledgeable advocate in settlement discussions, helping you make decisions that are in your best interests
Protect Your Legal Rights after a Commercial Truck Accident
At the Law Office of Michael R. De La Paz, we have more than 26 years of experience protecting the rights of people who have suffered any type of injury in a commercial truck accident. We aggressively advocate for clients throughout Texas and nationwide, including clients from the Harlingen, McAllen, Brownsville and Houston areas. Arrange a free consultation today to evaluate your potential case.
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