Who can you sue in a truck accident case? Regulations around truck accident liability can vary, but many individuals have a chance to sue either the truck driver who caused the accident or the trucking company.
In some cases, you may even sue the truck manufacturer or another party involved in the collision. Our team at Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC, can help you find the liable party in your situation.
You can contact an Alabama truck accident lawyer from our firm for help building a legal claim. We’re ready to investigate, find the responsible party, and pursue fair damages on your behalf.
Can You Sue a Truck Driver After a Wreck?
You may have the option to directly sue a trucker after a commercial vehicle collision. Truckers often cause these wrecks if they operate their vehicles while impaired by alcohol, distracted, or tired from driving for many hours at a time.
A truck accident attorney must show that the trucker directly caused the accident and your financial losses before you can secure compensation through this kind of claim. You may have a valid claim for a lawsuit if the trucker:
- Changed lanes and hit your vehicle while ignoring their blindspot
- Back up without checking their blind spots
- Drove too fast for the conditions
- Ran a red light or stop sign
- Failed to yield appropriately
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Can You Sue a Trucking Company After a Wreck?
In some situations, drivers have a chance to file a lawsuit against the trucking company that owns the truck or employs the driver at fault for the wreck. You may have this option if the accident happened during work hours.
Additionally, the trucking company may have to cover your losses if the accident occurred because it failed to perform proper maintenance or hired truckers without appropriate training and experience.
We can discuss this legal option when you contact us for help with your truck accident claim.
Can You Sue the Truck Manufacturer?
Your lawyer may also consider filing a lawsuit against the truck or parts manufacturer. Generally, we only explore this option if the accident occurred due to a defective part.
For example, you may have a chance to sue a manufacturer if the truck’s braking system fails, causing the trucker to rear-end your vehicle despite their best efforts.
Can You Sue Other Drivers After a Truck Accident?
Other motorists can cause truck accidents if they ignore the rules of the road or recklessly operate their vehicles. Drivers who speed, swerve between lanes, or cut off trucks sometimes cause these collisions.
In this situation, your truck accident attorney may file a claim against the driver who directly caused the wreck.
Do You Have to Sue Someone After a Truck Accident?
Filing a lawsuit represents only one option for seeking compensation for your losses after a truck accident. Our team may advise you to negotiate and settle with the insurance company instead, depending on the facts of your case.
Settling with the insurance company may allow you to secure fair compensation more quickly. Additionally, accepting a settlement means you can avoid paying court fees. However, insurance companies may refuse to cover all of your losses.
We’ll review the specifics of your claim and discuss all options so you can make an informed decision about your legal goals.
How do We Determine Who Caused Your Truck Accident?
Determining who to sue after a truck accident requires your lawyer to investigate what happened to find the at-fault party. The investigation can begin quickly after the collision, allowing your lawyer to work aggressively to bring you compensation.
How do We Investigate Truck Accident Claims?
Our team uses several investigative techniques to find the root cause of truck wrecks. Depending on your needs, we may:
- Locate and interview all eyewitnesses
- Visit the truck accident location
- Get a copy of the police report
- Look for video or photos from the accident
- Get information from the truck’s black box
- Review the trucker’s driving record
- Work with truck accident experts
We’ll shift the strategies that we use to best meet your needs. After collecting evidence, we may help you file an insurance claim or a lawsuit.
What Compensation do You Get After a Truck Accident Lawsuit?
Filing a lawsuit or settling with the insurance company may allow you to secure funds to cover your:
Medical Expenses
Your truck accident claim may allow you to secure funds to cover the costs of treatment for a traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury, or other catastrophic injury. We may bring you funds for emergency care, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and medications.
Vehicle Repair Costs
You may also qualify to receive funds to cover the costs to repair your vehicle. We understand that commercial vehicles can easily total smaller cars. In this situation, you could get funds to replace your vehicle.
Lost Wages and Decreased Earning Capacity
You could qualify for funds to cover your lost wages if you have to take off work during your recovery. We also help clients secure damages for their decreased earning capacity if a truck wreck results in a disabling condition.
Pain and Suffering
You may also qualify to receive funds to cover your non-economic losses. These funds address the mental pain and emotional anguish caused by truck accidents. We’ll factor these costs into your request for compensation.
Wrongful Death
Finally, we understand that some truck accidents have fatal results. In this situation, you may file a claim on behalf of your loved one.
Find Out Who You Can Sue in a Truck Accident Case
Who can you sue in a truck accident case in Alabama? Depending on your situation, you may qualify to file a claim against the trucker, trucking company, or truck manufacturer. Our team at Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC, can review your specific options.
Find out more with a personal injury lawyer from our team. Call or complete our online contact form to get started.
