Our lawyers have experience handling catastrophic truck accidents. We have found that it is essential to understand commercial insurance, truck mechanics, and federal regulations such as drug and alcohol testing and hours of service requirements. Our honest and aggressive work ethic has led to successful resolution of many truck tragedies.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
- In truck collisions, essential evidence often comes from the truck driver's log.
- Act fast! Federal regulations permit the trucking company to destroy the truck driver's log after six months unless an attorney obtains a court order or takes other immediate action.
- Federal regulations require over the road trucks to carry various levels of insurance coverage, depending on the nature of materials hauled.
- Many times, trucking, hauling, and leasing companies may argue over which insurance company is responsible for compensating the victim in a truck collision.
- There are current federal regulations designed to protect the innocent party by helping to ensure coverage.
CLAIMS PROCESS
After a serious collision, the trucking company's claims adjuster will begin to protect the trucking company's interests immediately. An investigator will begin to collect evidence in order to defend or minimize your claim. The trucking company may also attempt to steer you away from legal counsel, because they know that if you have an attorney, you are statistically likely to receive a greater settlement. The trucking company takes immediate measures in an effort to minimize their financial liability to you.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
After seeking medical attention for you injuries, you'll need to hire a law firm with the knowledge, experience and resources to assist you in receiving fair compensation for your injuries. Remember, federal regulations permit the trucking company to destroy the truck driver's log after six months unless an attorney obtains a court order or takes other immediate action. VanLaningham & Associates has a great deal of experience handling trucking accident cases and promises to:
- INVESTIGATE THOROUGHLY
Our researchers provide our firm with the law, facts, and evidence necessary to honestly, aggressively, and successfully represent victims of truck collisions.
- RECOMMEND THE HIGHEST CALIBER DOCTORS
We recommend doctors and health care providers to help you recover and give you an honest assessment of your ability to return to work.
- MEET WITH YOU REGULARLY
We will meet with you immediately after your injury and will be available to meet personally with you throughout the entire claims process. We will answer your questions, and keep you updated and informed.
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