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Lawrence Trucking Accident Attorneys Here to Help You

Due to their size, semi-trucks can be extremely dangerous on our roadways. Trucking companies and truck drivers are responsible for keeping other drivers safe on the road. When they fail to do so, they can be liable for any injuries they cause. If you have been injured in a trucking accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Because of the myriad of trucking regulations at play, it is important you speak with a personal injury attorney who has experience litigating trucking accident cases. Joseph, Hollander & Craft is the truck accident law firm you need. Our Lawrence trucking accident attorneys have extensive experience with the major carriers across the United States, and we are ready to put our experience to work for you. Call us at (785) 856-0143 for your free consultation.

JHC’s Lawrence Truck Accident Attorneys Can Help Calculate Your Damages – And Recover the Compensation You Deserve

Since trucking accidents are typically more dangerous than an average car accident, the damages incurred by the victims are often severe. If the truck driver or trucking company are at fault for your accident, you may be able to pursue compensation for:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Lost wages and loss of future earnings
• Mental anguish and emotional distress

To maximize your recovery, it is important to act fast. If you or your loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, call JHC’s Lawrence trucking lawyers at (785) 856-0143. Even if the accident was partly your fault, you may still be able to collect compensation.

Common Causes of Lawrence Semi-Truck Accidents

There are numerous reasons as to why a truck accident may occur. Some common causes of Kansas trucking accidents include:

• Distracted driving
• Driver fatigue and Hours of Service violations
• Driving under the influence in violation of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Talking on the phone while driving
• Texting while driving
• Speeding
• Driving in hazardous weather
• Erratic driving
• Improper maintenance

When you hire the Lawrence truck accident attorneys at JHC, we will promptly investigate the crash, determine the cause, and ensure the responsible parties are held liable and made to pay for all the damages you have suffered.

Injuries in Lawrence Truck Crashes

When large trucks collide with passenger cars, the occupants of the passenger cars often suffer multiple, significant injuries. Some common injuries sustained by individuals involved in truck wrecks include:

• Whiplash
• Brain injury
• Fractured bones
• Neck injuries
• Back and disc injuries
• Amputated limbs
• Burn injuries
• Organ damage

JHC Lawrence trucking lawyers will retrieve your medical file and work with medical experts to determine and explain the extent of your injuries so you can recover a damages award that fully addresses your medical bills, past and future treatment, and pain and suffering.

Potentially Liable Parties

It is not uncommon that a truck driver will be speeding, driving distracted, or driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and truck drivers will be responsible for their negligent behavior. But trucking companies are also responsible for screening any driver they hire. Trucking companies may cut corners in their hiring practices and hire drivers with a poor history. If a trucking company knew about a driver’s poor history and still hired the driver anyway, the company may be held liable. Trucking companies may also be liable if they are pressuring their drivers to meet tight deadlines and thereby forcing them to violate the FMCSR Hours of Service regulations.

Shipping companies may be liable for semi-truck accidents if the cargo was overloaded or fell from the truck. In the event the accident was caused by a faulty vehicle part or inadequate maintenance, the parts manufacturer or the maintenance company that worked on the semi-truck may also be liable. To determine all at-fault parties, it is important to speak with an experienced Lawrence trucking attorney.

Contact Our Lawrence Truck Accident Attorneys for a Free Case Assessment

Truck crashes can cause catastrophic injuries or death. It is important to hold the responsible parties accountable to obtain the money necessary to address your damages and to provide an incentive for trucking companies to make the roads safer for others. JHC’s Lawrence, Kansas, personal injury attorneys will work with experts from across the country to determine the cause of the crash, make your case, and maximize your compensation. While you focus on recovering from your injuries, the trucking attorneys at JHC will aggressively litigate your injury claim.

If you or someone you love has suffered injuries as a result of a semi-truck accident, call JHC at (785) 856-0143 for a free case assessment.

FAQs

How can a truck accident law firm help my case?

If you are a victim of a trucking accident, you are likely facing many challenges. Pursuing a legal claim on your own while recovering from your injuries can be overwhelming. Luckily, you do not have to do it alone. JHC’s truck injury lawyers will focus on your legal claim so you do not have to. Our personal injury attorneys will aggressively pursue compensation for you by:

• Identifying all at-fault parties
• Establishing negligence
• Working with medical experts to testify as to the severity of your injuries
• Preparing legal documents to ensure you do not miss case deadlines
• Negotiating with insurance companies
• Proving your case to a jury

Let JHC’s trucking accident attorneys help you pursue compensation while you concentrate on getting better, getting back to normal, or adjusting to your new normal.

What is a contingency fee arrangement?

The Lawrence trucking accident attorneys at Joseph, Hollander & Craft work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you are only responsible for attorneys’ fees in the event we recover compensation for your personal injury or wrongful death claim. The attorneys’ fees will be deducted out of any money awarded to you.

How long do I have to file a lawsuit?

Different states have different rules regarding how long you have to take legal action against negligent parties after an accident. In Kansas, the statute of limitations applicable to personal injury cases is two years from the day of the accident. If the injured party fails to make a claim within the prescribed period, they will forfeit the right to compensation. It is therefore important to speak with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible following your accident.