18 Wheeler Accidents

1. First and foremost- ALWAYS take care of your injuries first! For more than two decades I have stressed to thousands of clients- get the medical treatment you need immediately. Do not let any potential claim you may have or concerns about how you are going to pay for medical bills effect your medial decisions.

2. If its possible, take photographs of your vehicle, your injuries and the truck that hit you. If that is not possible- at least document your own injuries. Our investigators can document the rest.

3. Do not speak to any insurance adjusters until you have had the opportunity to speak to an attorney. The trucking companies have 24/7 dedicated claim handlers, investigators and attorneys on staff with one goal in mind- making sure they pay as little as possible! They often make low ball offers immediately after an accident. These cases are hard for the majority of practicing attorneys- trying to handle these claims on your own is like trying to operate on yourself.

4. You only have ONE opportunity to collect damages for all the injuries you have sustained. Determining the value of your case often times cannot be done until you have fully recovered from your injuries. Imagine trying to determine the damages to your car without taking it apart and putting it back together.

5. Interview the attorney you are going to hire. He or she works for YOU and you will likely be working together for several months. Ask them how many trials they have had? What were the results? How many trucking cases have they handled? Do they have any specialized trucking training? Can they provide the name of a client you can speak to about their experience?

6. Never- and I mean never hire an attorney that does not work on a contingency fee. Any trucking lawyer worth his weight will handle your case with no money up front, will advance all costs and will only get paid if you get receive a verdict or settlement. At Horton Law Firm- we never charge a fee unless we collect money for our clients.

If you have any questions, we’ll help you find answers. Let our experience protect your rights to the full and fair compensation you deserve. Call Horton Law for a Free Legal Consultation at 888-814-2089 or fill out a Free Consultation Form.