Our hearts go out to you for the tragic loss of your loved one in Alexandria. Trucking companies and others who cause fatal truck accidents must be held to account, and Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can seek a fair settlement for you.
An Alexandria truck accident lawyer from our team can handle your case from beginning to end. We want to get you financial relief for medical bills, funeral expenses, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering. We’ll put all of our resources behind your wrongful death case.
Damages We Seek for Victims of Fatal Truck Accidents in Alexandria
The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates the cost of a fatal motor vehicle accident at $1.75 million. We may find that your loved one’s death has a cost that is more or less than this figure, but the statistic shows: The loss of a loved one has a significant cost.
We consider our clients’ non-economic damages, which may include:
- Grief
- Depression
- Emotional anguish
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of parental guidance
- Physical pain and distress that the decedent suffered before their passing
Fatal truck accidents also cause economic damages, which can include:
- The decedent’s accident-related medical expenses
- Damage to a vehicle and other personal property
- Lost financial support
- Funeral expenses
- Loss of the decedent’s household value
- The cost of counseling for grief, depression, and other types of pain and suffering
A fatal truck accident attorney at our firm will identify all of your recoverable damages. Your loved one brought real value to you and your loved ones, and it is our job to determine what your loved one’s passing has cost you.
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.
ClientHow a Fatal Truck Accident Lawyer in Alexandria, LA, at Our Firm Can Help You
In addition to identifying your recoverable damages, our team serving Alexandria will assist you by:
Gathering Evidence from the Truck Accident
We complete a thorough investigation of truck accidents, at which time we will:
- Interview witnesses
- Obtain the police report detailing the accident
- Photograph damage to vehicles
- Hire any experts who may help us document the accident
- Gather all evidence that could be relevant to your lawsuit
We may also need to secure evidence from a trucking company, which may require us to file a letter of spoliation (and take other legal measures). The trucking company may be on the defensive, but having our truck accident death lawyer on your side could spare you from tense interactions with the company.
Documenting Your Damages
The tragic passing of your loved one in Alexandria will cause many losses that are difficult to document—including your grief. However, many of your losses may be immediately verifiable, and we may document your damages with:
- Records of the decedent’s accident-related medical care, including bills and doctors’ notes
- Invoices for funeral-related services
- Bills for grief counseling
- Proof of the decedent’s income, which can show the financial support you have lost because of their passing
Your truck accident wrongful death lawyer will obtain all available documentation to use during settlement negotiations.
Identifying Liable Parties
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) points out that driver error, defective truck components, and disobedience of federal regulations can lead to truck accidents. The specific cause of your loved one’s accident will affect liability for the collision, and potentially liable parties include:
- A trucker whose negligence caused the accident
- A trucking company, which may be liable when its employee causes an accident or when it engages in negligence
- The manufacturer of a defective truck or truck component
- A mechanic or workshop whose work contributed to the accident
- A municipality with dangerous road conditions that caused the accident
Each accident results from unique circumstances, and our investigation will allow us to identify liable parties in your case.
Seeking a Settlement
Defendants in your case may recognize their fault for the fatal truck accident. These parties may be willing to compensate you for the loss you have suffered. We will explain our calculation of your damages and fight for the settlement you deserve.
Handling Your Trial (If Your Case Goes to Court)
If your case requires a trial, Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers will take your case to the courtroom. We have secured many jury verdicts for our clients. Our fatal truck accident attorneys in Alexandria, LA, are comfortable at trial and will not hesitate to take your lawsuit to court if we need to.
If you have lost a loved one, you are likely not able to lead a lawsuit. Our wrongful death clients are often struggling emotionally and are occupied with the daily demands of their lives. We can handle your entire lawsuit, freeing you to focus on yourself and your loved ones.
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 | ClientWhy Victims of Fatal Truck Accidents in Alexandria Rely on Our Attorneys
When a truck accident claims a life, the victims also include surviving loved ones. If you are a truck accident victim in Alexandria, you can turn to Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers in your time of need.
Our team offers:
- Compassionate representation: Our law firm has seen the toll that fatal truck accidents take on surviving loved ones. You deserve capable legal representation, but it is also critical that your lawyer displays compassion throughout the legal process. We’ll do that.
- Complete financial support: Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers requires no upfront costs or fees. We only get paid if we win your case in Alexandria. We will also cover all case-related expenses, so you never have to worry about the cost of your case.
- Active communication: We will inform you whenever circumstances in your case change. Whenever you have questions for us, our team will be available.
We treat clients like family. Because lead attorneys Digger Earles and David Laborde were born and raised in Louisiana, our firm considers it a duty to serve Louisiana natives, transplants, and visitors in their times of need. It’s the Laborde Earles way.
The reassurance from Digger and his staff gave me that renewed hope that it’s going to be okay down the road.
ClientCall Today to Discuss Your Fatal Truck Accident Case in Alexandria
It is important that you get legal help as soon as possible. Louisiana imposes a one-year filing deadline on most wrongful death cases, per CC 3493.1. We want to file your case as soon as possible, and we must complete your consultation to start the legal process.
Call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today for your free consultation. An Alexandria fatal truck accident lawyer at our firm is ready to get to work for you.
