Being involved in a truck accident is a matter of serious concern. An out of control semi-truck or a large truck can have catastrophic results including severe injuries and fatalities. Many reasons lead to these crashes and some of the most prominent reasons are
- Fatigued driver
- Bad weather conditions
- Drug or alcohol abuse
- Non compliance to safety procedures
- Defective equipment
When people get involved in such accidents, they wonder about their course of action. You should know that when these crashes are reported, trucking companies hire the best lawyers to defend their case. In order to gain competitive footing in the case, it is advised to hire the services of a professional truck accident attorney.
If you or your loved one has been injured during a truck accident, then following course of action is recommended.
- Report:
Immediately call 911 and report the accident. Reporting the accident is necessary, so that one can get immediate medical help along with help from police. Dismiss any doubts about not requiring medical attention and see a doctor quickly. You might be in shock after the accident to notice your own injuries at first.
- Inform Your Insurance Company
It is essential that you inform your insurance company or concerned personnel, who is mentioned in the insurance policy documents. You should know what will be covered in your policy. It will help you decide your course of action legally, so that you can claim for fair compensation for your injuries and damages.
- Contact An Attorney
A attorney will help you file a lawsuit and claim compensation. They will begin investigations at the crash site and preserve evidence so that they are not lost.
A lawyer can help you in preserving evidence like
- Truck's maintenance records
- Speed of the truck
- Log book and truck’s black box
- Statements of the eyewitnesses
- Driving history of the truck driver
