Truck Accident Lawsuit Timeline
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Our firm goes over a claim once it has been filed and all elements of the claim are present for review. This includes components like evidence, damages, accident details, medical bills, future expenses, the proof of negligence from the other party.
From out claim assessment we would determine if it qualifies to move forward in the process. The next step we take is investigation. This part can be time sensitive because as we analyze the evidence in this part of the process, it can help a case substantially if the evidence is fresh and we can preserve your evidence. We will also notify the other parties that they are legally obligated moving forward to preserve all of their evidence as well. Evidence under review is anything from photographs of the accident to the actual vehicles involved to truck certificates and similar data.
File a complaint with your evidence and information to begin the process of determining a case.
Once we get the evidence and information from the negligent parties, we will talk to witnesses from the crash, talk to experts and specialists for these types of crash scenes, as well as medical specialists.
The next step is mediation. We would take you and together we would go to meetings with the negligent party and their representation. The purpose of this is to try and reach a settlement between the two parties. We would negotiate compensation for damages, medical bills, or future expenses. Most accident claims are settled during this stage of the process.
If no settlement was able to be reached while in mediation, we would proceed the case to trial. A judge and jury will hear the case. Your experienced accident attorney will present your evidence, prepare you for giving your testimony if required, and participate in closing arguments. This is the final step in the process and will determine whether if you get compensation for your damages and how much you will receive.
What Does Negligence Look Like?
Failing to obey traffic laws: Speeding, failing to yield, running spotlights, etc.
Failing to be alert while driving: Failing to follow traffic laws, to pay attention, failure to be prepared for unexpected circumstances.
Failing to maintain control of a vehicle: swerving, slamming on breaks, etc.
Failing to use car equipment properly: a driver not using their turn signal, failing to use their hazard lights when needed, failing to fix broken tail lights or headlights, etc.
Driving impaired: under the influence while driving
Improperly loaded truck: Failing to properly load and strap down materials can cause Lost Loads.
Improper training: Depending on if the truck driver was hired through a private or public company training of its drivers could vary and certain elements of their training could fall through the cracks.