The immense size and weight of tractor-trailers means collisions often result in catastrophic harm. Have you or someone you love suffered severe injuries in a truck accident caused by a negligent semi-driver?
You may be facing multiple attorneys, complicated trucking regulations, and several insurance companies in your fight to recover the compensation. Seeking help from a Tallahassee truck accident lawyer can be your best defense against insurers and trucking companies who refuse to pay their fair share.
The dedicated Tallahassee tractor-trailer accident lawyers of Fasig Brooks understand the challenges you are facing. We’ve helped numerous victims to recover significant compensation in similar claims. We may be able to help you.
Understanding Liability in Truck Crashes
Determining who is at fault is critical to securing the compensation semi-truck accident victims deserve. Our Tallahassee personal injury lawyers thoroughly investigate to identify liable parties, which may include:
The Truck Driver
- Driver fatigue or falling asleep at the wheel
- Distracted driving, like texting or talking while driving
- Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs
- Speeding or aggressive driving
The Trucking Company
- Failure to properly train drivers
- Dispatching overloaded trucks
- Requiring drivers to work excessive hours
- Poorly maintained trucks with defective parts
Other Third Parties
- Manufacturers of faulty truck parts: We will investigate whether defective auto parts like faulty tires, brakes, or steering components contributed to the crash. If so, we will seek to hold the manufacturer accountable.
- Cargo loaders: Improperly loaded, unbalanced, or overloaded cargo can cause trucks to become unstable and crash. If evidence shows negligent loading caused or worsened the accident, we will pursue claims against the loaders.
- Truck maintenance providers: If there is evidence that improper or missed maintenance led to equipment failure, we will determine liability on the part of the maintenance company.
- Municipal entities responsible for unsafe roads: Poorly designed roads, lack of proper signage, inadequate lighting, and other hazards stemming from these factors can contribute to truck crashes. If roads were not properly designed, constructed, or maintained by government transportation departments, they may share liability.
- Truck leasing companies: If the truck was leased, we will investigate the leasing company’s safety record, inspection history, and driver screening processes to uncover negligence.
Our experienced Tallahassee tractor-trailer accident attorneys thoroughly investigate to identify all entities whose negligence contributed to the crash. Holding every liable party accountable maximizes compensation for truck accident injury victims.
Here is an expanded section on accounting for damages in tractor-trailer accident cases:
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Complete Accounting of Accident Injuries and Damages
Our legal team thoroughly calculates all losses stemming from the truck crash. This includes:
Economic Damages
- Past and future medical treatment expenses: We gather all records related to ambulance transportation, hospitalization, surgeries, medications, physical therapy, assistive devices, and other medical costs.
- Lost income from time off work: We obtain pay stubs, tax returns, and other documentation to tally income lost while recovering.
- Loss of future earnings: If disabilities prevent returning to the same job, we project lifetime lost wages.
- Property damage: We assess damage to vehicles, clothing, phones, and other personal property.
Non-Economic Damages
- Physical pain and emotional trauma: Using expert testimony, we quantify emotional distress and pain and suffering damages. This includes both past and future pain expected during recovery.
- Disfigurement from scarring: Scarring from burn injuries, surgery, or other trauma can lead to diminished quality of life. We advocate for fair compensation for permanent disfigurement.
- Loss of enjoyment of life: If disabilities prevent participation in favored activities, we tally the value of loss of enjoyment and meaning.
- Loss of consortium: We account for how injuries impact marital relationships, child-rearing, and family life.
Our experienced Tallahassee truck accident lawyers work diligently to accurately quantify all your losses for maximum compensation.
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Aggressive Negotiation for Maximum Settlements
Leveraging our thorough investigation and complete accounting of damages, our attorneys demand full and fair compensation for you from insurers.
Evaluating Settlement Offers
We carefully evaluate any settlement offers made by insurance companies. Offers typically start low, and insurers may use pressure tactics to get victims to accept unreasonably low settlements.
Our truck accident lawyers refuse to be bullied. We will objectively analyze any offers and only recommend settling if the amount adequately covers present and future medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and all other damages.
Negotiation Strategies
If the initial offer is insufficient, we will use proven negotiation techniques to demand higher settlements. This includes presenting strong evidence of negligence and liability, breaking down our calculated damages with documentation, and emphasizing our willingness to take the case to court if needed.
We may engage in multiple rounds of negotiation before reaching satisfactory agreements
Litigation If Necessary
If at any point it appears insurers are refusing to negotiate in good faith or make reasonable offers, we prepare to file a truck accident injury lawsuit. Our consistent record of winning favorable verdicts and settlements for clients motivates insurers to reach agreements before ending up in court.
But if litigation becomes necessary, our Tallahassee tractor-trailer accident attorneys are fully prepared to fight for justice. Let us handle talks with insurers while you focus on your recovery.
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Caring Legal Guidance After a Life-Altering Truck Crash
At Fasig Brooks, we know injured truck accident victims need caring advocates in their corner. Our attorneys will:
- Handle all aspects of your injury claim so you can focus on your recovery
- Thoroughly investigate how the crash occurred and who is liable
- Accurately tally all damages related to your injuries and losses
- Demand full and fair compensation from insurance companies
- Take legal action if needed to get you properly compensated
But we also understand truck crashes cause immense emotional trauma. We will treat you with kindness, compassion, and humanity throughout the legal process.
Take the First Step by Contacting a Tallahassee Truck Accident Law Firm
The dedicated tractor-trailer accident lawyers of Fasig Brooks are ready to help you obtain damages after catastrophic injuries caused by a negligent trucker.
Please contact us today to schedule a free consultation and case evaluation. Learn more about how we may be able to help you rebuild your life today.
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