- Why You Should Choose Our Truck Accident Lawyers to Represent You
- How We Prove Truck Accident Negligence
- Potential Compensation for a Truck Accident
- Call for Your Free Truck Accident Consultation Now
At Berger and Green, our North Huntingdon truck accident lawyers provide legal service and support that helps you navigate the personal injury recovery process after an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. We also help families who lost a loved one in a truck accident. We will address any legal or insurance questions you have and explain the steps we take to recover damages for you.
Our North Huntingdon personal injury lawyers are passionate about helping injured clients hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. When we represent you, we work hard to ensure you can recover the financial compensation that lets you start putting your life back together. We handle all the details of your case and fight hard for fair compensation for you and your family.
Why You Should Choose Our Truck Accident Lawyers to Represent You
Building a strong truck accident case can be stressful and time-consuming. It can be more challenging when you are simultaneously coping with your physical and emotional recovery. Our truck accident attorneys can handle the details and intricacies of your case for you.
With more than 40 years of experience building personal injury cases, our client-focused team can:
- Calculate the financial impact of your case
- Document the at-fault party’s negligence
- Prove there might be multiple liable parties
- Compile evidence
- Handle all case-related communication
- Complete and submit insurance claim forms
We also handle the negotiation process from start to finish and help you make a well-informed settlement decision. If a settlement cannot be reached, we will not hesitate to take your case to court and keep fighting for the compensation you need and deserve.
Factors That Lead to Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania
A truck accident can have multiple causes because it can have various contributing factors. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) research, accidents can happen because of driver behavior, vehicle flaws, and environmental issues.
Common causes of truck accidents in Pennsylvania include:
- Brake or tire defects
- Distracted driving
- Driver fatigue
- Driving under the influence
- Failure to yield
- Powertrain failure
- Speeding or recklessness
- Steering system failure
- An unsecured or overloaded truck
When we represent you, we examine your truck accident report for details. We also conduct our own comprehensive investigation to ensure we understand the accident’s cause. We also work hard to ensure we pursue all potentially labile parties and sources of compensation.
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Start A Free EvaluationHow We Prove Truck Accident Negligence
The state allows you to seek compensation after proving the at-fault party’s negligent actions caused your accident. Our investigation will prove the following elements of negligence:
- Duty of care
- Breach of duty
- Causation
- Damages
To prove these elements, we . It may include:
- Accident report
- Medical records
- Witness statements
- Accident and injury photos
- Truck maintenance records
- Hours-of-service logs
- Driver training history
- Cargo loading instructions
We also collect evidence that proves the value of your case, including your medical, rehab, and therapy bills. We also obtain copies of your employment records and other proof of income and estimates for the repair or replacement of your vehicle.
Our Investigation and Evidence Collection Identifies All Potentially Liable Parties
We will not hesitate to pursue all negligent persons and entities in your truck accident case. In many cases, the at-fault party can include:
- The truck driver
- Their employer
- Truck repair facility
- Cargo loaders
- Truck manufacturer
- Parts manufacturer
Even a government or municipal agency can be held accountable if road hazards contributed to the accident. At Berger and Green, our truck accident lawyer serving injured clients in North Huntingdon will ensure the appropriate party is held accountable for their actions.
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Contact Us Now For HelpPotential Compensation for a Truck Accident
On your own, it can be difficult to fully assess your recoverable damages after an accidental injury or the unexpected demise of a loved one. When our law firm handles your case, we make sure to conduct a full accounting of your losses so that we can seek fair compensation.
Damages we work hard to recover for you include:
- Medical bills
- Income losses
- In-home support
- Physical disability
- Disfigurement
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Wrongful Death Damages, if applicable
- Survivor claim damages, if applicable
Our law firm takes time to collect all documentation that proves the monetary value of your injuries and related expenses. We protect you from a speedy yet inadequate settlement and ensure you are not further victimized by bad-faith insurance practices. We also accept your case on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe us nothing at all until we recover damages for you.
Filing Deadlines That Affect Your North Huntingdon, PA Truck Accident Case
In North Huntingdon, the Pennsylvania statute of limitations determines how long you have to file your lawsuit if a settlement agreement cannot be reached. According to Pa. C.S.A. § 5524:
- You generally have two years from the date the accident occurred to comply with the personal injury filing deadline.
- You generally have two years from the date of the accident to comply with the survival action filing deadline.
- You generally have two years from the date of a loved one’s demise to file your wrongful death action.
Failure to meet the applicable filing date could prevent you from recovering compensation at all. With enough notice from you, we will not let that happen. While we ensure your lawsuit is filed on time, we still work hard to streamline your case as much as possible and to reach a fair and appropriate settlement agreement.
You need an attorney with the experience and dedication to give your case the care it deserves.
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If you or someone you love was injured in a truck accident, our law firm can help you build a case for recovery. Our truck accident team will also support your family if you lost a loved one in the accident. We handle every aspect of your case, from your initial consultation to its final resolution.
Get started by contacting our Berger and Green consultation team to find out how hard our North Huntingdon truck accident lawyer goes to bat for you and your family.
