FAQs

If A Semi Hits Me, Is The Trucking Company Responsible?

If you have been involved in an accident with a semi truck and have sustained injuries as a result, you should call a truck accident lawyer to see if you can file a personal injury claim.

The Ohio truck accident lawyers at our office have handled countless truck accident cases, helping accident victims to receive the compensation that they deserve. If you have been hit by a semi truck, you may wonder who is responsible and if you file a lawsuit against the trucking company. Our team of attorneys can answer this question and any other question that you may have regarding your accident. We advise all accident victims to call an experienced lawyer as soon as possible so they can be sure that they go about the claims process in the correct manner.

To help semi accident victims, our Toledo, Ohio truck accident lawyers have put together tips that will help them understand what to do through the claims process.

1. Only discuss your case with your attorney, spouse, and persons your attorney authorizes.

Our attorneys advise clients to never discuss their case with anyone other than their lawyer, their spouse, and any person that their lawyer authorizes them to speak to. The reason our attorneys do not want clients to discuss their case with others is that by doing so, the wrong people may hear details that could put the outcome of the case in jeopardy.

2. Do not sign any documents until your attorney has looked over them.

You should never sign any documents that your attorney hasn’t looked over first. While you may think that you are signing something that you have to sign, oftentimes insurance companies attempt to gain access to past medical records and personal information that could allow them to harm your claim. The important thing is to never sign a document without allowing your attorney to look over it first.

3. Tell your attorney everything about your accident, injuries, symptoms and treatment.

It is absolutely imperative that you tell your lawyer everything about your case, including even the smallest details. Something that you may not think is important could actually have the potential to derail your case down the road if your lawyer doesn’t know to prepare for it. You also need to make sure that your lawyer knows the extent of your injuries, the symptoms you have experienced, and the treatment that you are receiving. Keeping them in the loop helps them to represent you and ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve.

4. Keep a file with all medical bills, records, and reports.

After your truck accident, start a file with all of the documents related to the accident. This includes all medical bills, police reports, doctor notes, and treatment progress. By keeping all of the files for the accident together and organized, you are able to easily find what you need throughout the course of the legal process. You should also send copies of the bills and letters that you receive regarding your case to your truck accident attorney. Keeping your lawyer in the loop will only allow them to better understand the scope of your injuries and the compensation that you deserve.

5. Keep a record of your injuries, symptoms and treatment progress.

As explained above, it is very important to inform your lawyer of the extent of your injuries and the treatment for those injuries. But, it is also imperative that you keep a diary of your progress throughout the case for your own benefit. Cases of this nature can take months, or even years to settle. You may be able to remember dates of your doctor’s appointments or injury progress now, but that may not be the case six months down the road. Keeping a detailed record of everything will enable you to make the best possible case for yourself so you can receive the full amount of compensation that you deserve.

If you have been injured in an Ohio semi truck accident, call the accident lawyers at our law office. We have represented other individuals who have been in your shoes and have helped them to receive the most favorable settlement possible. We value our clients and make sure that they are fully aware of everything that is going on with their case, and that they are comfortable contacting their lawyer for whatever reason it may be. We establish an open line of communication with clients because we feel that having a knowledgeable client is the only way to receive the best possible settlement.

To speak to one of our Toledo, Ohio truck accident lawyers, call 800.637.8170. Our lawyers can give a free case evaluation over the phone and answer any questions that you have regarding your accident. Call today to get started with your case, and while you’re on the phone, request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book. This resource will help guide you through the claims process and make sure that you know everything that is involved with your case.