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Several major interstates and highways run through Mobile, Alabama, causing a lot of cars and vehicles to be on the road. Between all of these significant roadways, Mobile sees a great deal of business and traffic. Tractor-trailers and other commercial vehicles are a common sight. All of this traffic creates a risk for the very type of accident that leads to many truck accidents.

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Common Causes of Truck Accidents

A number of factors and driving habits can cause truck accidents. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) reports that these types of accidents are often caused by:

In some situations, these actions are the result of truck driver negligence, making the trucker or their employer responsible for the crash. Other times, another vehicle’s driver acts carelessly and causes the crash. While it is rare for a third party to be involved in car accident claims, it is not unusual for a manufacturer, maintenance provider, or other party to be responsible for a truck accident. For example, if an accident was caused by a defective part in the truck, the party liable for compensation may not be the trucker or trucking company – it could be the manufacturer of the truck or its parts who is responsible for the crash.

Truck Accident Injuries

Collisions involving tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles often lead to significant injuries. If you were involved in a truck accident, you may now suffer from:

Whether your injuries are relatively minor or more serious in nature, you deserve to be compensated by the party responsible for the accident. Contact a Mobile truck accident lawyer as soon as possible to learn how to pursue the compensation you deserve.

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Truck Accident Insurance Claims

Following a truck accident that causes you to suffer from any number of injuries, you should contact Belt, Bruner, & Barnett P.C. Following most types of vehicle accidents, your greatest chance of obtaining compensation is through a claim against the at-fault party’s insurance policy. We are here to guide you through this process while protecting your rights and aggressively fighting for you to receive the compensation you deserve.

When you are a hurt in a truck accident, you can pursue damages that include compensation for:

  • Medical expenses
  • Current and future loss of earning capacity
  • Damage to your vehicle or other personal property
  • Physical pain
  • Mental anguish
  • Loss of quality of life

Common Car Accident Injuries

Minor car accidents, such as fender benders, often lead to relatively minor injuries like bruising, lacerations, and whiplash. However, more significant car accidents – including those that occur at high speeds or exert force directly on the area of the vehicle where you were seated – often lead to serious and catastrophic injuries.

Some of the most common types of injuries to occur from car accidents include:

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Let Our Mobile Truck Accident Lawyers Help with the Insurance Claim Process

The claims process following a truck accident is relatively straightforward, yet you should be prepared for a number of steps and potential complications. Once you make a formal claim, you will be assigned a claims adjuster. You must cooperate with this individual if you hope to have your claim approved. This will include providing a statement regarding the accident, handing over documentation such as police reports and vehicle repair estimates, and proving your injuries through medical records.

Through all of this, it is important to have an experienced Mobile truck accident lawyer by your side to protect your rights and prevent an insurer form acting in bad faith. More specifically, an attorney can help you:

  • Determine what caused the accident
  • Gather evidence of another party’s liability
  • File a formal claim with the insurance company
  • Respond to the insurance adjuster’s questions or concerns
  • Help you protect your privacy and limit the medical records the insurer receives
  • Calculate the value of your claim
  • Negotiate a higher settlement amount if your claim is approved
  • Appeal the decision if your claim is denied

How Truck Accidents Differ from Car Crashes

When searching for the right law firm and attorney to handle your claim after a truck accident, it is important to look for someone who has handled truck accidents before. Not all motor vehicle accidents are similar, and truck accidents are typically far different from the average car crash. For the best chance of obtaining an acceptable insurance settlement or court award, you need an attorney who has firsthand knowledge of:

  • The numerous federal and state laws that apply to motor carriers, truckers, and the commercial vehicle
  • A trucking company’s liability for its employees’ actions and training
  • How truck or part defects may cause accidents, making a manufacturer liable for the crash
  • How injuries sustained in truck accidents are typically more severe than ones retained during car accidents

Pure Contributory Negligence Law

A potential issue you need to be aware of during any type of personal injury claim in Alabama is pure contributory negligence. Alabama’s contributory negligence law is strict. If you are making a claim for compensation, you cannot be in any way responsible for the accident and your injuries. If there is evidence that you contributed to the crash in any way, then you can be barred from receiving any compensation.

Wrongful Death Claims

Trucking accidents often lead to significant injuries and death. If you lost a loved one in a truck accident within the past two years, contact our Mobile truck accident lawyers right away. Alabama wrongful death law can become complicated, and not just anyone is allowed to pursue punitive damages. Only the personal representative of your loved one’s estate can file a lawsuit. To learn more about moving forward with a wrongful death claim, call us at Belt, Bruner, & Barnett P.C. right away.

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Our Mobile Truck Accident Lawyers Are Here for You

At Belt, Bruner, & Barnett P.C., we have handled many truck accident cases that have caused a variety of injuries and fatalities. We have seen the immediate effects of these types of accidents, and we understand the guidance and representation you need during this difficult time.

Our experience makes us devoted to helping you hold negligent parties responsible and obtain the compensation you are entitled to. Let our Mobile truck accident lawyers assist you. Contact Belt, Bruner, & Barnett P.C. today at (205) 933-1500 to schedule your free initial, consultation.