An accident with a truck could lead to serious injuries, extensive property damage, and even death. If you or a loved one was harmed in an accident with a truck, the Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers may be able to help you.
When you call us at (504) 777-7777, we can offer you a free consultation and let you know more about your legal options. If you want to pursue the compensation you are owed, a St. Charles Parish truck accident lawyer may be able to assist you. Reach out to Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers today.
Why Truck Accidents Are Dangerous
A motor vehicle accident between two passenger cars can cause enough damage, so it is not a surprise that an accident involving a truck can be even more dangerous. The heavy-duty trucks sharing the road with you are always going to be much heavier, sometimes up to 20 or 30 times heavier than your vehicle, depending on the amount of cargo being carried.
Loaded tractor-trailers can also take much longer to come to a stop than a passenger car, meaning that accidents are harder to avoid. Additionally, trucks ride higher than passenger cars do, meaning that those cars can end up underriding trucks when an accident occurs.
All of this adds up to increased danger. Driving behaviors that typically lead to accidents, like drowsy driving, distracted driving, or driving under the influence, can all still lead to accidents with a truck.
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How Trucks Are Regulated and Monitored
The federal government is well aware of the danger that trucks could pose to other drivers and vehicles on the road, which is why trucks are heavily regulated, specifically their size and weight. If these types of rules are violated, then a number of parties could be held liable for the damages you or a loved one suffered in an accident with a truck.
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Potential Liable Parties
When a St. Charles Parish truck accident lawyer helps you with your case, one of their primary objectives is to identify the responsible parties. We want to show that the other driver or drivers involved were at fault, not you. As a result, you are owed compensation.
An accident with a truck gets more complex, and there could be multiple liable parties to name in a case like this one. Potential defendants could include:
The truck driver: We mentioned that typical bad driving behaviors, from reckless driving to driving under the influence, can lead to truck accidents just as they can lead to accidents between passenger cars. If the driver was behaving irresponsibly, they could be held responsible.
The motor carrier: The motor carrier can also be held responsible if they were not adhering to federal rules and safety regulations. In fact, a driver can actually report their carrier to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they have been negligent before. These prior claims can potentially help bolster your case against the carrier.
The manufacturer of the truck part: If there was an issue with the way the truck or a specific part was manufactured, it could have led to an accident. If this is the case, the manufacturer of the truck could be held liable.
The safety inspector: A safety inspector who did not properly and thoroughly do their job could end up contributing to the unsafe conditions that led to your accident with a truck.
The maintenance company: Improper maintenance can also lead to a truck accident. An issue with a truck’s brakes, tires, or other components can easily make the road more dangerous than it has to be, so a maintenance company that does not do its job well is creating a hazard.
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Pursuing Damages
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in an accident with a truck, you deserve compensation. You can pursue multiple types of damages, including but not limited to:
Medical Damages
Injuries from a motor vehicle accident can mean extended hospital stays and mounting hospital bills. It can result in a need for prescription medications or even physical therapy. Even with insurance, these costs all add up.
Losses of Income
After an accident, you may need time to recover. If that means that you cannot work, that results in missed paychecks and potentially a big financial problem for you and your family. That is why you can also pursue this type of economic damages that covers things like lost wages or even a future loss of earning potential. Injuries from your accident may affect whether or not you can work the same type of job or the same number of hours. In that case, that adjustment to your financial future needs to be considered when compensation is calculated.
Wrongful Death
Unfortunately, accidents with trucks can lead to the deaths of occupants of passenger vehicles. If your loved one passed away due to injuries suffered in a truck accident, you may be able to pursue wrongful death damages. Louisiana Civil Code (CC) §2315.2 sets rules and regulations about who can pursue such a lawsuit in the state of Louisiana.
If you think that your case qualifies, it is time to get in touch with Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers. Call us at (504) 777-7777.
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Why Hire a Lawyer
You can pursue damages on your own, but a St. Charles Parish truck accident lawyer can do a lot to help you. Their work includes:
- Promptly filing your case
- Fighting for the best outcome, in court if need be
- Determining fair compensation
- Gathering evidence
- Naming liable parties
If you believe that you have been wronged in a truck accident and that you are entitled to compensation, call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers at (504) 777-7777 for your free consultation today. We would be happy to let you know more about your legal options.
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