WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS IN A TRUCK ACCIDENT

HOW WILL MEDICAL BILLS GET PAID IF I AM IN A MAJOR TRUCK ACCIDENT

Eventually, your medical bills will be paid by the trucking company, or their insurance company.

During the time the case is pending, your medical bills will be paid by the medical payments policy on your insurance policy, or the defendant’s insurance company.   Additionally, if there is no medical payments policy available, then your medical bills will be paid by your health insurance company.  If there is no heath insurance available, then you are responsible for your medical bills.

Of course, in the end, when the case is finally concluded the defendant or their insurance company will be responsible for the medical bills.

CAN I RECOVER LOST WAGES IN A TRUCK ACCIDENT

You can sue the defendant for those lost wages.  During the time the case is pending you might be eligible to receive other wage benefits.  You can make a claim for short term disability benefits, or file a Workers’ Compensation claim if you are covered for those benefits.  Your lost wages will be part of the damages you will claim in your truck accident lawsuit.

WHO IS THE DEFENDANT IN A TRUCK ACCIDENT CASE?

It is important to locate the proper defendant.  The defendant must be a liable party with assets to compensate you for your loss.  A defendant will include the driver, and the trucking company.  Many truck companies are owned by other companies that are in also owned by other companies.  Some companies have no assets.  Some are mere shell corporations.  Others have no insurance.  You must identify right company in order to have a successful case.

WHAT CAN MY TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYER RECOVER FOR ME?

You have the right to sue for your harms and losses.  You also have the right to a trial by jury.

WHAT CAN I SUE FOR?

You can sue for compensation for all of your harms and losses.   In most cases, you can sue for the following types of damages:

Wrongful death;

Medical bills;

Lost wages;

Personal injuries;

Lost of enjoyment of activities;

Past and future losses;

The the lesser of the cost to repair your car, or total value;

Loss of use of the car.

IS THERE A TIME LIMIT WITHIN WHICH I CAN SUE, OR STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS?

There are definitely time limits within which you must file sue.  For many motor vehicle accidents in Connecticut, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the accident.  For certain claims, the statute of limitations might be shorter.  Therefore, it is crucial for you to consult with a Connecticut truck accident lawyer to confirm the applicable statute of limitations for your case.

If you fail to file suit within the statute of limitations, you will completely lose your rights to sue.

WHAT IF THE OTHER PERSON HAS NO INSURANCE?

If the defendant does not have insurance, or the insurance is insufficient to pay for your losses, then you can bring an underinsured motorist claim against your uninsured motorist company.

DO I NEED A LAWYER

WHAT IS THE VALUE OF A LAWYER?

Without experienced legal advice form lawyer, it is impossible for you successfully handle the following necessary parts of a car accident case.

A lawyer is necessary to accurately evaluate fair compensation, or a reasonable range of fair compensation for a case.  The value of a case is highly subjective.  Experienced lawyers can evaluate cases based on their experience.  As a result, you need the advice of a lawyer who has handled many cases.  Attorney Peter Bartinik Jr. is Board Certified in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Second, a lawyer is necessary to determine your rights, duties, and responsibilities of the various entities that might claim a lien or rights of subrogation.  Attorney Peter Bartinik Jr. has given several lectures in the subject to lawyer groups, and continues to do so.

Third, with legal training in the rules of trial practice, civil procedure, and evidence you cannot possibly take a case to trial.

WHO DOES THE INSURANCE COMPANY REPRESENT IN A TRUCK ACCIDENT?

The insurance adjuster for the defendant does not represent you.  They do not owe you a duty of reasonableness, or even truthfulness.  Their job is to pay you as little as possible.

SHOULD I SPEAK WITH THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER?

You should not speak with the defendant’s insurance representative unless you have previously consulted with your lawyer for legal advice.  Only your lawyer, owes you a fiduciary duty.

NO TWO CONNECTICUT TRUCK ACCIDENTS ARE THE SAME

Your case is special. You should not accept a low-ball offer from the trucker’s insurance company. The insurance adjuster wants to settle away clear your case file for the smallest amount of money he can get away with.  Your personal injury attorney, should look all the factors that make your accident unique, including the type and severity of your injuries.

At our Groton law office, we meet with truck accident victims suffering from many different injuries, including:

• Broken bones
• Spinal cord injuries
• Paralysis
• Serious head trauma
• Confusion, memory loss, blurred vision, and other issues caused by brain injuries
• Deep, painful lacerations
• Loss of limbs

These injuries are due to the negligence of another person and can be caused by:

• Truck driver fatigue
• Pressure from the truck company on the driver to drive faster
• A defect in the vehicle’s design, or one that occurred in the manufacturing process
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Unsafe driving conditions
• A poorly maintained vehicle
• Distracted driving

WHERE TO GET HELP?

Our job is to make sure all of the truck accident victims we represent receive the money you deserve.  We also handle cases in Rhode Island.  Our lawyers can’t heal your injuries, but we hope that we can bring you some justice, and peace of mind after your truck crash.

If you have been injured in a truck accident in Connecticut, contact The Bartinik Law Firm LLC at 860-445-8521 to schedule an appointment.