When you are involved in a truck accident, it can be difficult to know where to place blame. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, driver error is the leading cause of truck accidents. This may seem to make truck accident claims fairly straightforward. The problem is, driver error is only one factor in truck accidents – and it is sometimes linked to things beyond the driver’s control such as unrealistic schedules.
When you are injured in a truck accident, the trucker, the company he or she works for, and any other party that may share liability will get to work right away to protect their best interests. You need someone on your side who will do the same for you. The affordable truck accident attorneys at Myt Price Lawyers can help. Call our Lakeland, Florida office at (888) 473-6137 to be put in touch with a qualified attorney in your area today.
Possible Liable Parties
Even in cases where a truck accident seems black and white, parties behind the scenes may have contributed and, as such, share in some of the liability for any damages. Possible liable parties in a truck accident include:
- The drivers of passenger vehicles
- The truck driver
- The company the driver works for
- The company the driver is delivering to
- The company responsible for loading and securing cargo
- Mechanics
- Parts manufacturers
- City planners
- Government entities
Some truck accidents involve several parties. Full and fair compensation often requires identifying and holding each of these parties responsible. Your affordable truck accident attorney will be able to conduct an investigation into your accident to establish all causes. From there, he or she will seek to identify all liable parties in order to begin seeking the complete compensation your injuries demand.
What You May be Entitled to
Victims of truck accidents may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages (current and projected)
- Physical pain
- Emotional suffering
Things like property damage, home modifications, and other damages related to your accident can be sought as well. Full compensation is rarely if ever, provided by insurance. Fighting for compensation through legal action is often the best way to make sure all of your needs are met.
If you live in Tampa, Brandon, Lakeland, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Orlando, Sebring, or a nearby area in Florida and are in need of a truck accident attorney, please call My Price Lawyers at (888) 473-6137 to schedule a complimentary consultation today. The My Price Lawyer network handles truck accident cases at a discounted and affordable rate without compromising quality. Call us today to learn more.
