Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can cause the most serious injuries. The average car weighs about 4,000 lbs. The average big rig weighs more than 30,000 lbs. Serious spinal cord, neck and back, head and brain injuries as well as broken bones, burns and lacerations are sadly very common. Truck drivers are overworked, drive long distances, and have to deal with other dangerous drivers and weather conditions. Trucks have larger blind spots, sometimes carry hazardous material, and take longer time and distance to come to a stop.

Types of Compensation in Truck Accident Cases

Those injured in truck accidents may seek compensation from whoever caused or contributed to those losses. There are two types of compensatory damages, special and general. The law is designed to compensate the injured party for the harm they have suffered.

• Special Damages– Medical bills, lost earnings, cost of future medical care, lost earning potential
• General Damages– Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium

The ability to collect on your compensatory damages hinges on the ability to prove liability of the other party. This is done through proper investigation, obtaining witness statements, gathering photographs and police reports, and sometimes using accident reconstruction experts. A good attorney experienced in truck accident will be the ace up your sleeve against the insurance company and their hard-ball tactics.

Time Is Limited to File a Claim

In California, the statute of limitations to file a personal injury claim is two (2) years from the date of the injury. That means you have two (2) years from the accident date to file a lawsuit in court. There are some exceptions to the general rule, including any claim against a government agency (city, county or state government) has the much shorter time limit of six (6) months. To protect your claim, retain the services of Igarian Law Firm and let us make your case our priority.

If You Have Been Injured in a Truck Accident…

Do not panic. Call 911 if you or anyone requires immediate medical attention. Next, contact the police and take photos of the damages and the scene. DO NOT admit fault. Exchange insurance information with other involved parties. Take down any potential witness contact information. Next, seek medical attention for your injuries by going to a hospital, an urgent care, or your primary doctor. Lastly, DO NOT contact the insurance company until you have spoken to an attorney.

At the Igarian Law Firm, we take pride in getting each our injured clients back to the position they were in prior to their accident. We initiate the claims process on your behalf right away. We set you up with the necessary medical treatment with quality medical doctors and professionals for your injuries, at no out-of-pocket expense to you. In the meantime, we assure your vehicle or truck gets repaired and back into your hands as quickly as possible. But most importantly, we focus on MAXIMIZING your injury settlement with our vast knowledge, expertise and negotiation strategies. We don’t charge you a penny unless we win your case. Don’t let the insurance company low ball you! Call us now for a free consultation.