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  1. Damages That May Be Paid After a Fatal Truck Accident in Forked Island
  2. Why Go With Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers for Legal Support?
  3. The Cost of Hiring an Attorney in Forked Island
  4. Liability for Your Loved One’s Fatal Truck Accident
  5. Statute of Limitations for Fatal Truck Accident Lawsuits in Forked Island
  6. Contact Our Forked Island Fatal Truck Accident Team for Help Today
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Your personal injury lawyer can help you calculate your recoverable damages, which may include:

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The trauma of a fatal truck accident can leave your family reeling. It is important to take action against the liable party so you can seek justice for your deceased loved one.

However, when you are confused about how the legal process works or unsure who is responsible for causing your family member’s death, you may need legal support. A Forked Island fatal truck accident lawyer at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers could help you understand how to pursue a wrongful death action and how much your lawsuit could be worth.

Damages That May Be Paid After a Fatal Truck Accident in Forked Island

Your Forked Island truck accident lawyer will need to go over all the ways your life has been affected by the loss of your loved one. You have the right to be compensated for a variety of damages, both economic and non-economic in nature.

No matter who is responsible for filing the wrongful death action, the damages awarded can be provided to the decedent’s surviving family members.

Collectively, examples of such damages could include:

  • The surviving family members’ loss of the decedent’s protection and support
  • The surviving family members’ loss of the decedent’s income and future potential earnings
  • The surviving family members’ loss of the decedent’s companionship and love
  • The decedent’s medical expenses and hospital bills
  • The decedent’s diminished earning capacity
  • The decedent’s funeral and burial costs

These are just a few of the damages you may be able to seek compensation for after a fatal truck accident in Forked Island, LA. If you are interested in learning more about the various types of damages that may be recoverable in your case, do not hesitate to contact our team to discuss the specific circumstances of your fatal truck accident further.

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Why Go With Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers for Legal Support?

When you need a fatal truck accident attorney in Forked Island, LA working on your case, Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers is here to back you up. Some of our top responsibilities after taking on your case will include:

  • Investigating to find out how the fatal truck accident occurred
  • Establishing liability for the fatal truck accident
  • Analyzing the commercial truck’s black box data
  • Scrutinizing the trucking company’s employee records
  • Gathering compelling evidence to prove fault in your case
  • Preparing and filing court documents and insurance claims
  • Negotiating with the insurance company
  • Preparing your case for trial

You already have a lot to manage following the death of a loved one. Your case does not need to be another burden for your family to carry. Let Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers take on all the legal details. You can spend time with your family while we fight for justice.

We Have Helped Our Clients Reach Million-Dollar Case Results

Our fatal truck accident lawyers are here to help you reach fair compensation after losing a loved one to an extreme and devastating commercial truck crash. Here are some of our most notable case results:

  • $23,000,000.00 – Judgment in the wrongful death of a mother
  • $7,000,000.00 – Judgment for an injured 18-wheeler driver
  • $2,700,000.00 – Settlement for an 18-wheeler accident victim
  • $2,000,000.00 – Auto accident resulting in spinal cord injuries
  • $1,800,000.00 – Settlement for an 18-wheeler accident victim

Working with our firm means receiving support throughout your case. We will help you get the financial recovery your family needs after losing a loved one.

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The Cost of Hiring an Attorney in Forked Island

If you are hoping to hire our fatal truck accident attorneys to take on your case, you can work with us on a contingency-fee basis. This payment arrangement allows us to work for you with no money down. We will cover all of your court costs and any other expenses that may arise as we build a case against the liable party.

Then, when we win, your settlement funds will be used to cover your attorney’s fees. You can learn more about how contingency-fee agreements work when you speak to our team in a free consultation.

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Liability for Your Loved One’s Fatal Truck Accident

Establishing liability is critical in any Forked Island fatal truck accident case. Depending on how the accident occurred, there are multiple parties who could share fault for your loved one’s death. Some examples of such parties could include:

  • The owner of the truck
  • The trucking company
  • Safety inspectors
  • Cargo loaders
  • 18-wheeler maintenance technicians
  • 18-wheeler truck part manufacturers
  • Another driver

We will make sure we analyze all the details of your case to understand how the accident happened and who caused it. We can prove that the at-fault party owes your family compensation.

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Statute of Limitations for Fatal Truck Accident Lawsuits in Forked Island

If you are hoping to file a fatal truck accident lawsuit in Forked Island, your lawsuit must be filed before Louisiana’s wrongful death statute of limitations expires. You typically have one year to file, according to CC Art. 2315.2.

If your lawsuit is not filed before this deadline, you could lose your right to seek compensation in civil court. Fortunately, when you have an attorney advocating for your family, we can make sure your lawsuit is filed on time.

Contact Our Forked Island Fatal Truck Accident Team for Help Today

When you are ready to fight for justice because someone else is to blame for your loved one’s death, our team is here to support you. We can explain the legal options you have.

Do not hesitate to contact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers for a free consultation today. We can explain more about how our Forked Island fatal truck accident lawyer can help your case.

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