One of the challenges in obtaining the full value of a client’s case is getting the defense, the insurance company, and/or trucking company to truly understand all the harm that has been caused by the wreck or negligent act. The defense will want to see documentation concerning medical expenses, lost wages and future earnings, and […]
When looking for legal representation, you need to understand that picking the wrong attorney can be devastating and have long-lasting ramifications. Unfortunately, in today’s world it is easier to pick the wrong attorney than the right one. Tactics like billboards, Google Ads, and TV commercials can sway people into thinking that the number of advertisements […]
When choosing a truck accident attorney, one question often gets overlooked: who will help you navigate what comes after the case is over? A settlement or verdict may resolve the legal process, but it often marks the beginning of a new set of decisions. How will you set up lifelong medical care, financial planning, and […]
For Missouri families dealing with the aftermath of a commercial motor vehicle wreck, hiring a lawyer is not the first thing they consider. More terrifying questions loom large in their minds, like how to avoid medical debt, what will happen to dependents, or even how to go about funeral arrangements. Lives change in the blink […]
The trucking industry is subject to significant oversight by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). If you were injured in a collision with a truck and anyone involved with its operations violated FMCSA regulations, evidence of those violations could play a major role in supporting your Indiana personal injury claim. Which FMCSA Rules Are […]
Semi tractor-trailers are loaded with cargo every day to transport goods all across the country – sometimes multiple loads a day. Missouri in particular is a key logistics state, with federal transportation statistics showing that it hosts tens of millions of semi-trucks annually. These drivers and their commercial motor vehicles are governed by federal and state regulations […]
Negligent entrustment occurs when a trucking company allows an unsafe, unqualified, or poorly trained driver to operate one of its commercial motor vehicles. If the driver causes a commercial vehicle accident, the company may be liable for allowing them to drive a dangerous vehicle despite warning signs that they could put others at risk. How […]
Truck accidents are among the most catastrophic motor vehicle collisions due to the size of commercial trucks and the speeds involved in many of them. But what are the states with the most semi-truck accidents, and what accounts for the variation from one state to another? What Are the Top 10 Deadliest States for Truck Accidents? According […]
After a truck accident leaves you injured in Indiana, you have the right to seek compensation from the party at fault for the collision. However, knowing you deserve money and actually proving how much you deserve are two different things. Understanding what evidence you need to prove damages after a truck accident can help you build a […]
Nearly one-third of truck drivers in the United States have sleep apnea, according to a report from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Sleep apnea in truck drivers not only poses a danger to others on the road but also raises questions about liability for sleep apnea-related accidents. The federal government does not have specific sleep […]
