When you started your day, you didn’t plan to get into an accident with a truck. Now, you’re facing costly medical bills, missed time from work, and other challenges related to the crash. You might ask yourself: “What happens now?”
After getting into a collision, you should consider your legal options. A Whitehall truck accident lawyer from Bressman Law is here to manage your case and everything it entails. We’re committed to seeking compensation for your losses and getting your life back on track. Time in your case is limited to take legal action, so we encourage you to call us as soon as possible.
We Will File Your Case in Compliance with Ohio’s Statute of Limitations
Our team will comply with your case’s filing requirements. You typically have two years to file your lawsuit, per Ohio Revised Code Section 2305.10. However, some exceptions could prolong or shorten your filing deadline––so you shouldn’t take the two-year filing period for granted.
A lawsuit may not be necessary in your case. That’s because we resolve most truck accident cases through insurance negotiations. Still, you want to leave this option open. After all, if negotiations with the insurance company don’t succeed, we may have no other choice but to pursue a lawsuit.
For a free legal consultation with a truck accident attorney in Whitehall, call (614) 538-1116
We Will Pursue Each of Your Injury-Related Losses
Your accident lawyer will compile proof of your expenses and assess your injuries. This will help them estimate how much your damages are “worth.” Compensation in your case could comprise:
Economic Damages (These Account for Financial Losses)
Economic damages refer to the accumulated financial costs of the truck accident, such as:
- Hospitalizations and medical procedures
- Doctors’ appointments
- Medications
- Auto repairs
- Lost wages or business earnings
If you lost a loved one in a trucking accident, you could also receive wrongful death-related damages, such as funeral and burial expenses.
Non-Economic Damages (These Account for Physical Pain and Mental Harm)
Non-economic damages repay you for the suffering caused by the collision and your injuries. While there is no strict formula for calculating these losses, how much you can recover typically depends on your injuries’ severity.
Some types of non-economic damages include:
- Disfigurements and disabilities
- Emotional trauma
- Loss of consortium or companionship
- Pain and suffering
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You Can Still Pursue Damages Even If You Contributed to the Collision
Ohio acknowledges that not every case is clear-cut. Sometimes, more than one party can contribute to a collision. So, as long as you didn’t cause most of the crash, Ohio Revised Code Section 2315.33 still allows you to seek damages.
To support your right to damages, our team will use the police report, traffic camera footage, and other information. With the items we find, we will assert your role in the accident and argue that you deserve compensation.
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Questions and Answers About Truck Accident Cases in Whitehall, Ohio
Here are some questions you may have as you consider legal action:
Who Could Be Liable for My Losses?
Liability for your losses depends on the crash. For instance, if a negligent trucker caused your collision, you could pursue damages from either them or their insurer. However, it’s possible that liability could lie elsewhere.
Imagine a situation where a construction company’s workers forgot to put up adequate signage, and this error contributed to your accident. Here, you could hold both the trucking company and the construction company responsible for your losses.
We will investigate the accident and collect evidence to determine the liable and at-fault parties.
Why Should I Partner with Bressman Law?
Bressman Law has more than 30 years of legal experience helping injured people in Ohio. During that time, we’ve recovered millions of dollars in damages, and we’ve garnered countless of positive reviews online.
When you partner with our team, we’ll treat you like you’re part of our family. We’re ready to hear your story now during your free case review. We encourage you to bring up any questions or concerns you have during your call.
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Will I Have to File a Lawsuit to Recover Compensation?
While we usually resolve cases through insurance settlements, a lawsuit may be feasible if:
- The truck driver intentionally harmed you
- The liable insurance policy doesn’t cover your losses.
- The at-fault party is uninsured.
- The liable insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement.
Our truck accident lawyers serving Whitehall can represent you in court if your case reaches that point. In our experience, we’ve filed lawsuits, presented the case, and then had the insurer come forward with a fair offer. You can trust that with our team on your side, we’ll manage everything your case requires.
How Much does It Cost to Hire Bressman Law?
It costs you nothing out of pocket to partner with our team. That’s because we serve injured people on a contingency-fee basis. Compensation for our help comes from your settlement or court award. We don’t charge our attorney’s fees unless your case reaches a fair outcome.
Will the At-Fault Party in My Case Have Insurance?
We can’t tell whether the at-fault party in your case has insurance coverage without reviewing your situation first. However, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires all trucking companies to carry liability insurance for all their trucks. So, if the other party in your case complies with the law, they should have coverage for your losses.
However, the liable insurance policy could have limits, restricting how much you can recover. If that happens in your case, we can file a lawsuit against the at-fault party and proceed from there.
Our Truck Accident Lawyers Offer Legal Help to Injured Claimants in Whitehall
We strive to make the claims process as simple as possible for our clients. While we manage your case, you might even forget you have a legal case matter. During our partnership, you can trust that we’ll put your interests first and update you on your claim’s progression.
To begin your free case review, connect with Bressman Law now.
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