Flatbed trucks can be dangerous with large and heavy loads and their open nature. If a flatbed’s load falls, it can collide with your car or cause multi-car collisions. If you or a loved one was injured in a flatbed truck accident, our Lake Charles flatbed truck accident lawyer can help.
At Laborde Earles, our truck accident lawyers will investigate the accident’s cause, identify the at-fault party, and build a case for financial recovery. We also deal with all the parties involved in your case so you can concentrate on healing. When we accept your case, we never stop fighting for you.
Financial Compensation After Your Flatbed Truck Accident
When we take on your case, we carefully list and document your financial expenses and losses in two categories. Economic damages our Lake Charles personal injury lawyers can seek for you include:
- Past and future medical bills
- Past and future lost wages
- Treatment-related travel expenses
- Property damage or destruction
- Diminished property value
Non-economic damages we request on your behalf can include:
- Physical disabilities
- Disfiguring injuries
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional angst
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our flatbed truck accident lawyer serving Lake Charles, LA also supports the families of truck accident fatalities. We will explain the types of wrongful death compensation you can recover. They can include your loved one’s funeral and burial costs and your loss of their financial and familial support. We also clarify which family members can benefit from any resulting financial award.
How Louisiana’s Statute of Limitations Affects Your Truck Accident Case
Your forklift accident case will have a statute of limitations it must comply with. This is the filing deadline imposed by the state. It can vary based on the outcome of your case and the age of the injured party. In general:
- The personal injury statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of the accident, according to CC 3493.1
- The wrongful death statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of your loved one’s demise, according to CC Art. 2315.2
Understanding, accurately interpreting, and complying with the filing deadline can be challenging. Our legal team will handle this for you and work hard to meet all notification and filing deadlines.
Laborde Earles injury was great for me they took care of me very fast and professional. If for any reason I need legal help they will be who I use.
ClientYour Flatbed Truck Accident Case Could Have Multiple at-Fault Parties
When our flatbed truck accident lawyer accepts your Lake Charles case, our entire law firm goes to work for you. We collect evidence that identifies the potentially liable parties in your truck accident case can include:
- The driver if they are an owner/operator or they were distracted, fatigued, or under the influence, or they committed an hours-of-service violation
- The trucking company if their driver was not properly licensed or trained or their actions were within the scope of their job
- The repair shop if the truck was not in good working order, was improperly repaired, or was not properly maintained
The company is responsible for loading and securing cargo and the manufacturer of the flatbed or its parts could also be liable. Leave it to us. At Laborde Earles, we do all the hard work of identifying the at-fault party or parties in your case. We also take on the negotiation process with each party and their insurance provider.
Evidence We Compile to Prove Your Right to Financial Recovery
Evidence that proves the at-fault party’s negligence after a truck accident can be hard to collect on your own. When our law firm handles your case, our investigative team compiles the following into a compelling case file:
- Truck accident report, including notes and diagrams from the investigating officer and police-generated images of the accident scene
- Statements from available eyewitnesses, truck and trucking industry experts, and accident scene reconstructionist experts
- Dashcam, smartphone, security, and surveillance photos and video footage
- Medical records that document your injuries, their cause, and your anticipated recovery times
The documents and evidence our flatbed truck accident attorney serving Lake Charles, LA compile to prove the accident’s costs include medical bills, proof of income, and vehicle repair and replacement estimates.
I thank God for Digger & David. I don’t know what we would have done if it hadn’t have been for them.
Rick Smith | ClientLeave the Details of Building Your Flatbed Truck Accident Case to Us
Truck accident cases are complicated since they can have multiple at-fault parties. That can mean building simultaneous cases and negotiating with more than one insurer. Our law firm will deal with all the moving parts of your case, including:
- Conduct a comprehensive investigation
- Calculate your recoverable damages
- Complete and submit insurance claim forms
- Handle all communication related to your case
- Clarify complex legal and insurance jargon
- Address your questions and concerns
We also provide you with ongoing updates as your case progresses. We will negotiate with the insurance company and represent you in court if a fair and acceptable settlement cannot be reached.
Reviews and Testimonials From Previous Laborde Earles Clients
Our law firm was founded in 2014 and has over 350 years of combined personal injury experience. When our clients talk about our legal service and support, they say the following:
- Linda Howard: “I would definitely recommend Laborde Earles to friends and family. Larke, Keana, and Maya made everything easy for me. They made me feel at ease.”
- Joshua Richison: “Brittany Wiley was awesome. Kept me posted regularly and answered every question that I had. She was amazing if I could give more than 5 stars I would!”
- Julie Thomas: “Jeanne and Debbie were professional yet very personable which made the experience easy…I appreciate both of their hard work.”
Our entire team works hard to make your case a priority, treat you like a person, not a case file, and provide the ongoing support you need.
The reassurance from Digger and his staff gave me that renewed hope that it’s going to be okay down the road.
ClientCall 24/7 for Help With Your Truck Accident Case
If you or a loved one was injured in a collision with a flatbed truck, it can be hard to know where to turn for compensation. Our Lake Charles flatbed truck accident lawyer can help. We will build your case and pursue the financial recovery you are entitled to receive.
Get started now by contacting one of our team members at Laborde Earles today.
