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Trucking Companies and Accidents

When you are involved in an accident with a commercial truck, the driver of that truck likely works for a large corporation and is backed by an extensive insurance policy. When it comes to a trucking accident settlement, the insurance company will want to settle the claim as quickly as possible and for as little as possible. Trucking companies and insurers are used to dealing with accidents and have developed strategies to pay out as little as possible. A tractor-trailer accident attorney will know these companies’ tricks to get you to settle for less compensation than you deserve for your physical, emotional, and property damage. More Information here

Accident Investigator

The trucking company may send an investigator to the accident scene or have one contact you shortly after the accident. The job of these investigators is to try to exonerate the driver of wrongdoing. They may try to manipulate you and get you to admit fault or have you sign a statement releasing the company from fault. Do not sign anything until you speak to a truck accident lawyer. An experienced truck accident attorney can stand up to aggressive insurance companies, so you are not intimidated into settling for less.

The Complicated Nature of Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can be very complicated, with many factors contributing to determining fault. Liability may be assigned not only to the drivers involved but also to the company that employs the […]