For individuals affected, truck accidents can have drastic effects on one's life. Because truck accidents will often result in serious injuries, victims must deal with expensive medical costs, lost income, and long-lasting ailments or even permanent disability in some cases.

Nearly 12.5 million commercial trucks and buses are registered in the United States, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and they travel 300 billion miles annually. Nearly 4,900 of the over 37,000 fatalities on our roads each year are caused by big trucks or buses. Over 450,000 major truck and bus accidents are reported to the police each year. Of those, there are 345,000 serious injuries. Other motorists make up the majority of those hurt or killed in New Jersey truck accidents.

Following the collision, your primary concern should be receiving medical care that will aid in your recovery. But it might be stressful to consider how you will get reimbursed for your medical costs, lost wages, and other damages. The insurance provider may give you a settlement if you were hurt in a truck accident, but how can you tell if it's fair?

Retaining the help of a NJ truck accident lawyer will help you in the truck accident claims process. Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law has helped thousands of clients resolve their cases with fair compensation. Call us today for info.

Issues With Trucking Accident Lawsuits In NJ

Trucking accidents differ from other types of collisions in part because they can include much more serious injuries than the typical fender bender. Trucks often weigh between 20 and 30 times more than the average vehicle, so it shouldn't come as a surprise.

The following factors further complicate the intricacy of trucking accident claims:

• Since commercial trucks and their operators are subject to extensive federal regulation, the duty of care required will differ from that if you collided with a private vehicle owner.
• Employers of drivers as well as owners of vehicles may be held liable for injuries that result.
• Due to the way the trucking industry is set up, dealing with multiple businesses when filing claims (i.e. independent contractor truckers, trucking companies, shippers, etc.) is not unusual.

It is important to work with a knowledgeable NJ truck accident lawyer who can help you manage your case and account for all variables.

Steps To File a Truck Accident Claim in New Jersey

There isn't a strategy that works for every serious injury or wrongful death claim. How you proceed will be determined by the specifics of your case, including the facts. Because of this, you should consult a lawyer as soon as possible. You will be required to answer questions and recall details about the accident, your medical treatments, who owned the truck or the trucking company, the police report, witness statements and other details.

Your attorney will begin an investigation to gather and obtain evidence. Examples of important evidence would be the truck's travel manifest, logbook, toll receipts, bills of lading, maintenance records, etc. Any details that can help prove negligence on their side will be utilized.

The following stage is discovery. Both parties have the chance to request records and other evidence from the other side and to get sworn statements from witnesses and other parties. You may be required to submit to an independent medical examination as well as inquiries about your life before and after the disaster. Your medical records could be sufficient, but the amount that should be paid is usually the most asked question in any truck accident litigation. Commercial carriers frequently fight to prove that your injuries aren't as severe or long-lasting as you claim.

From here, they will begin settlement negotiations after discovery is finished (or at least well along). The majority of truck accident claims will be settled, just like the majority of personal injury and wrongful death cases. Even if your case does proceed to trial, the more issues that can be resolved prior to trial, the less difficult, time-consuming, and expensive it will be.

If a reasonable settlement cannot be reached, the case will go to trial. This will be the opportunity to present your case to a judge and/or jury and make an argument for complete and just restitution for your losses.

Hiring An Attorney: Brandon J. Broderick Is Here To Help

An experienced New Jersey truck accident lawyer can make all the difference in how your case turns out. Our team of lawyers at Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law can help you make sense of the devastating truck accident you have endured.

You don't have to pay anything upfront when you retain us as your counsel. We only collect our fees if we win your case.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.