Truck accidents are much more common than they should be. Sadly, they often occur as a result of a truck driver or trucking company negligence. In an effort to increase their profits or pay, some drivers do not follow government standards and regulations for rest periods. They may also be distracted or driving too fast for conditions.
A Rolla truck accident lawyer could get to the bottom of what caused your accident. They could determine the cause of the accident as well as the liable parties. They may even be able to settle your case outside of going to court.
At The AW Smith Law Firm, we are dedicated to helping our clients seek justice. With over three decades of experience, we have successfully recovered over $75 million for our clients all over the State of Missouri.
Seek help from a dedicated personal injury attorney to learn about how you may be eligible to seek compensation from the party responsible for your injuries.
To successfully prove their case in court, the truck accident lawyer in Rolla must be able to prove several points. The defendant must have breached a duty, and the plaintiff must have suffered damages. Without both of these conditions, the defendant is not liable, and there are no damages to seek compensation for.
By getting behind the wheel, the truck driver has a duty to drive their vehicle safely, following not only the rules of the road but also government standards for their industry. If the driver does not adhere to the rules or standards, they have breached their duty and could be considered negligent.
Negligence alone does not give a case merit. Additionally, the plaintiff must have suffered damages and injuries. Damages could be economic such as medical expenses and lost wages or non-economic like pain and suffering. Our experienced attorneys at The AW Smith Law Firm could evaluate the claim and calculate the type of damages an injured claimant may be eligible to recover.
Missouri Revised Statutes §537.067 explains that if there are multiple defendants in a truck accident case, they can be joint or severally liable. However, unless the defendants include an employer and an employee or one defendant is more than 51 percent or more liable, several liability is applied. The jury will decide which defendants are liable and what degree of liability they each share.
Defendants in a truck accident case may include any or all of the following parties:
The plaintiff’s Rolla truck accident attorney could research and piece together all the important facts of the case to determine which liable parties may be responsible for damages. This may include interviewing witnesses, video camera footage, photographs or even accident reconstruction in some cases.
Truck collisions are extremely dangerous due to the size, height, and weight of the tractor-trailer. Individuals could suffer severe injuries such as broken bones, organ damage, and head trauma. Medical expenses could cause serious financial burdens for a family. Fortunately, individuals may be eligible to seek compensation with the help of a Rolla truck accident lawyer.
Our legal team at The AW Smith Law Firm can answer your questions and help protect your legal rights and interests. We have experience handling and negotiating with insurance companies. We could help make sure you get a fair settlement for your damages.
Let us help you get the compensation you need. We are available seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Call today to schedule a consultation.
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