Most large trucking companies have very strict safety guidelines as to who they will and will not hire for their trucking jobs. This is especially true of companies where large trucks are driven to haul cargo from one place to another, such as with 18-wheelers. After all, these large trucks can be extremely dangerous if not operated by an experienced and well-trained driver. Unfortunately, the fact remains that some trucking companies are simply not as careful as they should be when it comes to hiring their employees and drivers. In these situations, the end result could be a serious 18-wheeler accident.
Have you recently been the victim of an 18-wheeler accident caused by the negligence of the driver? If so, then you should begin by seeing a doctor, if you have not done so already. After all, in order to receive any kind of compensation for medical bills in the future for the accident, you will need to have some kind of proof that you sought immediate medical attention from a nearby hospital or doctor’s office. Furthermore, even if you think that you did not sustain any serious injuries from the accident itself, it is best to be sure by seeing a doctor. After all, some symptoms of major injuries may not show up until days or even weeks after the accident itself.
Once you have a clean bill of health or even while you are in the hospital recovering from your injuries from the 18-wheeler accidents, you may want to look into filing a lawsuit or requesting an insurance claim from the trucking company. After all, if the accident turned out to be the fault of the driver or of the company for negligence in training or hiring, then you could be entitled to substantial compensation.
Compensation for What?
Aside from any medical bills or property damage that you sustained to your car, you could also receive financial compensation from the trucking company’s insurance policy that covers your lost wages, pain and suffering, and much more. And if you were the victim of a terrifying 18-wheeler accident, you deserve at least this much. At the same time, you should not simply expect the insurance company to try and settle with you. If they do, it is likely that they are attempting to settle for less than what they truly owe you.
John (Jack) Zinda
Founder / CEO
Over 100 years of combined experience representing injured victims across the country.
Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationInstead, you should make sure that you are proactive in going after the insurance company and filing a claim with them. Make sure you tally up the expenses of your medical bills, repair costs to your vehicle, and other expenses so that you can give them a figure as to how much you expect in compensation. If they do not give you what you rightfully deserve, then you may have no choice but to take them to court.
Neil Solomon
Partner
Real results matter. We do not get paid unless we win your case.
Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationSince bringing a large trucking company’s insurance to court is not always easy, you should have a dedicated group of personal injury lawyers from the Zinda Law Group Law Firm on your side during this time. Give them a call to schedule a consultation today.
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