If you were injured or lost a loved one in a cargo truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation.
A Delaware cargo truck lawyer from Bressman Law can help you by:
- Handling all of the paperwork involved with filing a claim or lawsuit
- Investigating your case to uncover pieces of relevant evidence
- Managing all communications between the involved parties
- Negotiating for a settlement that represents your losses
- Calculating the cost of your economic and noneconomic damages
- Preparing your case for litigation, if necessary
At Bressman Law, we have a no-fee guarantee. You owe us nothing upfront. We only get paid if we get just compensation for you. Learn more about how we can help you by calling us now for a free case evaluation at (614) 538-1116.
Reasons for Your Cargo Truck Accident
A cargo truck can carry a variety of materials, products, and goods. From moving trucks to large tractor-trailers, an accident can occur in an instant yet leave you with life-changing injuries.
The cargo truck accident that caused your injuries or loved one’s passing may have been caused by one or more of the following factors:
- Load shift. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) lists strict requirements regarding the placement and restraint of cargo. If cargo shifts while in transit, it can throw the entire truck off balance, increasing the likelihood of a collision.
- Driver error. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that 94% of all collisions are due to driver error. If an individual motorist is responsible for the crash, you may be able to pursue compensation from that party.
- Truck maintenance. Failure to maintain brakes, tires, signal lights, and more can contribute to a cargo truck accident. If a vehicular component contributed to the collision, then the party that manufactured the truck can be held liable.
A Delaware cargo truck lawyer from Bressman Law can determine if one or more parties are liable for your damages. In the event of a cargo truck accident, multiple parties could be implicated through an insurance claim or lawsuit. If that is the case, in addition to having multiple parties being responsible for your damages, multiple insurers could be involved as well.
While you are recovering from your injuries, managing communications between all these involved people can become complicated. When you work with Bressman Law, you get to focus on recovering while we take on your legal responsibilities. Not only can we manage all communications with the involved parties, but we can also hold them accountable for your damages. Reach out to our team today.
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Types of Possible Recoverable Damages
The types of damages you are seeking rest on the details of your case. The severity of your injuries, who was involved, and the extent of the crash will all factor into your chances of financial recovery.
If your case is successful, you could recover the cost of:
- Medical expenses, including emergency transportation, hospitalization, doctors’ fees, tests, and procedures
- Loss wages due to time missed from work
- Diminished earning capacity, if your injuries prevent you from working the same job as before
- Pain and suffering and inconvenience
- Emotional distress
- Disfigurement
- Disability
Your Delaware cargo truck lawyer can assign a monetary value to your economic and noneconomic damages. This will help you understand what constitutes a fair settlement offer. To start pursuing financial recovery, call Bressman Law at (614) 538-1116.
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Wrongful Death and Cargo Truck Accidents
If you lost a loved one in a cargo truck accident, only a qualifying personal representative of the decedent’s estate can bring forth a wrongful death action. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 2125.02, the decedent’s surviving spouse, children, and parents could recover damages.
Some recoverable losses in a wrongful death action include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- The decedent’s end-of-life medical bills
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of household assistance
- Loss of income
- Loss of inheritance
- Mental anguish experienced by the decedent’s surviving spouse, dependent children, parents, or next of kin
You usually have two years from the date of your loved one’s passing to move forward with a civil action for damages. If not, you could lose the opportunity to pursue compensation.
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Ohio’s Statute of Limitations
As we alluded to earlier, you only have a limited time to proceed with certain legal actions. If you are filing a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent party, under Ohio Revised Code Section 2305.10, you generally have two years from the date of your accident to take your case to court. Should the deadline pass without filing your case, you may be unable to file a successful lawsuit.
When a collision turns your world upside down, you can easily lose track of time. By securing the services of Bressman Law, you can rest easier knowing that someone is protecting your legal interests. Your Delaware cargo truck lawyer can help you meet the various deadlines that surround your case.
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Contact Bressman Law Now Regarding Your Cargo Truck Accident Injuries
Regardless of what contributing factors resulted in your accident, at Bressman Law, we can help you. Our team has been serving personal injury clients for more than 30 years. In that time, we have worked on many cases that result from another party’s negligence. We understand what goes into gathering and reviewing evidence, negotiating for a fair settlement, and holding others accountable. We encourage you to reach out to our team today, because the sooner you call us, the sooner we can get to work on your case.
If you were injured or lost a loved one in an accident, contact Bressman Law today. Members of our team are standing by to take your call. To get started, dial (614) 538-1116.
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