If you suffered injuries in a truck accident in Spotsylvania County, an attorney from the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC can help you recover damages from the responsible party. A truck accident can lead to a number of severe, life-altering injuries, including brain damage, spinal trauma, broken bones, and more. The person who caused the accident should pay your medical expenses for these injuries.
At the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, our truck accident lawyers in Spotsylvania County, VA, have a long track record of winning damages for accident victims. Our team offers a free case evaluation, and we do not collect a fee until we recover money for you. To speak with a member of our dedicated personal injury staff today, call us at 571-229-1800.
We Investigate Your Accident, Gather Evidence, and Hold the Responsible Parties Liable
Truck accidents tend to cause greater destruction and more catastrophic injuries than other car accidents. There are also often a larger number of potentially responsible parties.
At the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, our job is to identify every party who may be liable and gather evidence against them.
Parties often responsible for truck accident injuries include:
The Truck Driver
Truck drivers are bound by the same laws as other motorists, plus additional rules and regulations aimed specifically at commercial drivers. If the truck driver who struck you was violating a traffic law, we can use this fact to hold them responsible. Examples of violations include:
- Speeding
- Running a red light or stop sign
- Changing lanes improperly
- Failing to yield
- Following too closely
- Driving under the influence
- Driving while distracted
The law also restricts the number of consecutive hours a trucker may drive, with required rest periods. Drivers must log their driving and resting hours in a log book.
We can subpoena the driver’s log book and scour it for evidence of lack of compliance. If the driver’s log book is behind or not filled out correctly and completely, we can use this against them.
The Trucking Company
In Virginia, trucking companies are vicariously liable for injuries and damage caused by their drivers. That means we can pursue compensation from the driver’s employer, which typically has much greater financial resources than the driver.
The Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, can file a claim with the employer and their insurer and negotiate for fair compensation. If they do not agree to provide it, we can file a lawsuit and try your case in front of a jury.
The Shipping Company
Depending on the circumstances of your accident, the shipping company that hired the trucking company to haul a load may also be liable. If we find evidence that the shipping company is liable, we can pursue them aggressively for compensation.
To find out more and to schedule a free case evaluation with a member of our staff, call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC today at 571-229-1800. A truck accident lawyer in Spotsylvania County, VA, is standing by to help.
Before You Speak With the Insurance Company, Speak With a Lawyer From the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC
To receive compensation for injuries sustained in a truck accident in Spotsylvania County, you often must go through at least one insurance company. Trucking outfits tend to be highly insured, and their policies cover their drivers. That is good news since insurers have large financial resources.
Insurance companies do, however, go to great lengths to minimize what they must pay out to accident victims. It is critical that you have equally strong representation. You need aggressive negotiators on your side to ensure you receive fair compensation.
That is what we offer you at the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC. To find out more and to schedule a free case evaluation, call 571-229-1800.
Our Truck Accident Lawyers in Spotsylvania County, PA, Help You Recover Fair Compensation
At the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, we fight for the damages you deserve after a truck accident, including:
Medical Bills
These include your expenses for surgeries, medical procedures, hospital stays, doctor visits, physical therapy, rehabilitation, prescription drugs, and more.
Lost Wages
This refers to the income you have lost while having to miss work because of your injuries.
Reduced Earning Capacity
If you have to miss work long-term, or if you can only return on a limited basis, you may be eligible for compensation to make up the difference between what you are earning and what you likely would have been earning if you had not been injured.
Pain and Suffering and Inconvenience
You deserve compensation for your physical and emotional pain in the wake of your accident, as well as for the various ways your injury has inconvenienced you. This includes not being able to partake in the activities you did before.
Scarring and Disfigurement
Truck accident injuries leave physical scars that can be emotionally traumatizing. Every time you look at them, you are reminded of the crash. This is another form of pain and suffering, and our team will fight for appropriate compensation.
The Statute of Limitations in Virginia
In Virginia, there is a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury cases, including those filed for truck accidents. Our team will take quick legal action to ensure all deadlines are met. Call us today at 571-229-1800.
Schedule Your Free Case Evaluation Today by Calling 571-229-1800
The truck accident lawyers at the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, are eager to start working on your case. Set up a free case evaluation in Spotsylvania County by calling 571-229-1800.