Trucks are a vital cog in the economy, hauling freight in and out of the state. Motorists who cross paths with one of these vehicles can end up with major damage in any collision. Occupants can also suffer a range of serious injuries, some of which are permanent.

Hart Law is an established personal injury law firm with years of experience in personal injury law. Our Lexington truck accident attorney has the knowledge necessary to bring an injury claim for financial compensation. Call us today to speak with a Lexington truck accident attorney about your legal rights.

Expensive Accidents

Large trucks like tractor-trailers weigh 10 or 20 times more than the typical passenger vehicle. Due to their size and weight, a tractor-trailer can destroy lighter vehicles. Passengers buckled inside can suffer horrifying injuries.

Expensive medical care is just one of the reasons these accidents are so costly. Unable to work, many people cannot earn income, so they cannot cover car repairs or pay other expenses, like their rent.

The typical truck accident can cost victims and their families more than $100,000. You should not have to suffer financially when someone else is liable for your accident and injuries.

Common Reasons Trucks Crash

Truckers receive specialized training to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License. Accidents should be rare, but we unfortunately see many wrecks due to:

  • Trucker fatigue
  • Inadequate training or supervision
  • Drug use
  • Distraction
  • Speeding
  • Driver confusion
  • Mechanical defects
  • Overloaded trucks
  • Unbalanced loads

If you were hurt, you might have no idea why the accident happened. That’s okay. You can hire an experienced lawyer to perform an investigation. Reach out to our law firm for assistance.

Are You Entitled to Compensation?

An accident victim can receive a settlement when someone else’s wrongful or negligent conduct is to blame for the collision. These are complicated events. The trucker might deny having driven carelessly and blame you for running a red light or tailgating. We can begin gathering evidence to prove who is legally at fault.

Most evidence for truck accidents includes witnesses, video of the crash, physical evidence, and data from the truck. Our firm is dedicated to seeking fair compensation, so please document your injuries by going to the hospital after the crash. Hold onto copies of all medical bills and insurance statements.

We usually request:

  • Economic damages for medical treatment, repairs to your car, lost income, and other out-of-pocket expenses. These damages have a definite dollar value.
  • Non-economic damages to cover harder-to-define losses, like bodily pain and mental anguish. These general damages are more subjective in nature.

We negotiate aggressively for the most compensation allowed by South Carolina law. Call us to find out more about how we negotiate settlements.

Critical Deadlines for Truck Accident Cases

Our statute of limitations can be found at South Carolina Code § 15-3-530. It gives injured victims three years to file a lawsuit. If you go over this deadline, then a judge can dismiss the case, meaning you will not receive compensation. This is one deadline you absolutely cannot miss.

FAQs about Lexington Truck Accidents

Is a lawyer required to bring a case?

No. The state does not require that you hire a lawyer. But there are many advantages to hiring an experienced truck accident attorney for your team. We can find evidence to reconstruct the crash, allowing you to focus on recovery.

Will my case go to trial?

That is unlikely. Hart Law can negotiate a settlement with the defendant in most cases. But our firm is not afraid of going into court to litigate a claim thanks to our ample experience in front of judges and juries.

Can I receive a settlement if I was partially at fault?

Many of our clients receive a settlement even if they were speeding or on their phones. South Carolina has a modified comparative negligence law. You are only prohibited from receiving anything if you are more at fault (51% or more responsibility). If you are 50% or less, you can still request compensation, though the amount you receive is reduced.

How long will my case take to settle?

The settlement process differs for everyone. We typically settle cases within a year. Our firm kicks off the process by making a demand for compensation, which the defendant usually rejects by proposing a counteroffer. Negotiation is a complicated back-and-forth process.

Speak with a Lexington Truck Accident Lawyer Today

Hart Law has built a solid reputation in personal injury law through zealous advocacy on behalf of injured victims. To schedule a consultation, reach out today at (803) 771-7701.