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Truck Accident FAQs

If you were recently involved in a truck accident, you know how traumatic the experience can be. Your top priority during this time period is recovering and making sure your family is okay, but you also may have many questions about your future.  A Murfreesboro Truck Accident Attorney, like the attorneys at Matt Hardin Law, will understand how confusing and frightening motor vehicle accidents can be. That’s why we’re here to help!

Concerns about paying for your medical bills, replacing lost wages and paychecks, and understand how and why your accident occurred in the first place are common for truck accident victims like you. The Murfreesboro truck accident attorneys at Matt Hardin Law have helped many people move forward with their lives after serious accidents, and now we want to help you, too.

Read our frequently asked questions to get a better understanding of your accident and how the claims process works. If you have any additional questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Simply dial (615) 600-4941 or fill out a free online form to speak with a member of our legal team. It’s our goal to take the burden of the accident off your shoulders while you focus on getting better.

Who can I sue after my truck accident?

Because of the myriad costs and expenses truck accident victims like you face, one of your biggest questions may be who you can hold legally responsible. There are several parties that can be named in a truck accident claim, including:

The truck driver

Truck drivers are ultimately responsible for the safe handling and maneuvering of their trucks. That includes following all laws of the road as well as additional rules set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. These guidelines are designed to protect both truck drivers and other motorists from the potential hazards posed by big trucks.

The trucking company

Trucking companies are also responsible for making sure their drivers and other motorists are safe by following rules for things like sleep and rest schedules, maximum loads, maintenance schedules, and more. Sometimes trucking companies value profits over safety and encourage or allow drivers and other employees to bypass important safety procedures—and that can result in serious accidents.

The truck owner

Sometimes the truck involved in your accident is owned by a person or company that’s entirely separate from the driver and trucking company. In some truck accident cases, truck owners can be held liable for any expenses if they fail to maintain their vehicles or repair any components that could cause its operation be unsafe.

Why do truck accidents cause more serious injuries than car accidents?

Trucks weigh substantially more than standard passenger vehicles. While the average weight of a standard car, which includes pickup trucks, sedans, and SUVs is around 4,000 pounds, big trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Oversized trucks hauling oversized loads can weigh even more than that.

Because of their extreme weight and size, trucks generate significantly more force in accidents and can total smaller vehicles from even low-speed collisions. That also puts the drivers and passengers of vehicles involved in these accidents at extreme risk of suffering and debilitating injuries.

How much money can I get for my truck accident?

The overall value of your truck accident claim depends on multiple factors, including:

The severity of your injuries

The more severe your injuries are, the more medical care and attention you will need after the accident. And the more time you spend at the doctor’s office, in the hospital, or in physical rehabilitation, the bigger the medical bills you’ll receive in the mail.

The amount of work you miss

Even if you are eligible for disability insurance, it’s unlikely that it will cover all of your lost wages. Your claim will include the amount of money the accident cost you due to your injuries and inability to continue working.

The spousal support you lose

If you relied on your spouse for income and he or she died or was severely injured in the accident, you can also get compensation to replace his or her lost income. This compensation is designed to replace current and future wages that you and your family need.

At Matt Hardin Law, our Murfreesboro Personal Injury Attorneys know how important it is for you to get full compensation for your accident-related expenses, and you can count on us to give your case the attention and dedication it deserves every step of the way.  Don’t hesitate, call us today.

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