When you are the victim of a trucking accident, the last thing you want is a lengthy and emotional court battle. Granted, you want and deserve justice for your injuries and financial setbacks, and if your trucking accident claim comes down to it, you will absolutely expect your personal injury attorney to work tirelessly to investigate your case, identify all responsible parties, and hold them accountable.
That said, a perfect world would tell you that it would be easier if everything could be settled through negotiations. You may even wonder aloud if all trucking accident claims go to court, or if cooler heads can prevail.
Not All Trucking Accident Claims Reach a Courtroom
Truck accidents can occur for various reasons, including fatigue, distracted driving, speeding, inadequate training, or drug and alcohol use. Sometimes, the trucking company can be held liable for the accident if it fails to maintain or inspect the truck properly or violates federal or state regulations. At Keys Law Offices, we’ll handle all aspects of your case—from negotiating with insurance companies to representing you in court. But do all trucking accident claims end up in court? No.
We will certainly take it to that level if necessary. However, the reality is that many trucking accident claims are settled through negotiation between the injured party’s lawyer and the trucking company’s insurance carrier.
All parties usually prefer to settle because court cases can be expensive, time-consuming, and unpredictable.
The main reasons trucking accident claims end up in court include, but aren’t limited to, the following:
- The parties involved cannot agree on a fair settlement amount
- The trucking company and/or its insurance company denies liability
- The trucking company denies the extent of the injuries or damages
Even when a lawsuit is filed, many cases still settle before they reach trial.
Does This Mean My Trucking Accident Claim Will Be Settled Faster?
t trucking accident claims are settled—whether they go to court or not—depends on various factors. Therefore, it is impossible to say that a case that doesn’t require a courtroom battle will take less time. Sure, the advantage of settling out of court is not having to deal with court dockets, lengthy trials, etc. But that doesn’t necessarily mean negotiations will move along quickly, either.
What seems like a nip-and-tuck case rarely is. Each must go through specific steps that may not be known immediately and could drag the process out. In many cases, you may have to go to court to receive compensation for your injuries and losses.
Trucking accident cases are important legal matters and should not be rushed. Victims and their families should seek as much information as possible and hire a knowledgeable truck accident attorney to guide them through everything that happens next.
If the details of your case allow you and your attorney to work through your situation quickly, that’s fantastic.
But if it takes longer—as it likely will—let the wheels of justice play out as needed.
Call Keys Law Offices Today!!
Large truck accidents can occur for various reasons, including fatigue, distracted driving, speeding, inadequate training, and drug and alcohol use. Sometimes, the truck company can be liable for the accident if it fails to maintain or inspect the truck properly or violates federal or state regulations. At Keys Law Offices, we are dedicated to representing victims of truck accidents and their families, including those involving semi-trucks.
We understand the complex legal and regulatory issues involved in truck accident cases, and we know how to investigate and litigate these cases to ensure that our clients get the compensation they deserve. Please do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.
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