Important Things to Know:
After an accident involving a semi or a truck, the trucking company and their insurance company will have adjusters and investigators on-site immediately, collecting evidence in their favor.
Many truck drivers are forced by their employers to meet unreasonable delivery schedules that can cause them to drive long hours. Sometimes it is this fatigue of the driver that causes the accident.
The insurance company for the trucking company will try to settle your case for less than full compensation. What you think is fair compensation and what the insurance company thinks is fair compensation is rarely the same.
Important Things To Do:
1) Get the names and addresses of all witnesses.
2) Contact your insurance company that same day. When doing this, do not give your insurance company a statement or allow them to record your statement as they are a potential defendant.
3) Seek medical treatment immediately if you are injured. You should report to the doctor all parts of your body that are affected, even if the injury does not seem severe. Days later, the same injury that you thought was minor might be serious.
4) Take pictures of your car.
5) Retain an attorney immediately.
Charles J. Gale is a personal injury attorney experienced in semi truck accident cases, and wants to help you get the most for your pain and suffering.
Your initial consulation with the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale is free and you will be under no obligation.
We will discuss your rights and provide you with a free and comprehensive evaluation of your personal injury case, explaining in detail the steps involved in prosecuting your personal injury claim. At no time will you be charged a fee unless we collect.
At the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale, your questions are welcome. No office visit is necessary. If you are disabled, we will visit you at your home or hospital.
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