Panama City Truck Accident Lawyer
One out of every eight traffic-related deaths and 4 percent of all injuries in auto accidents involve large commercial trucks. This type of trucking accident caused more than 4,200 fatalities and 90,000 injuries in 2008.
The size and weight alone of commercial trucks pose significant threats to others with whom they share the road. When semitrucks and other large commercial vehicles collide with smaller vehicles, the weight difference creates a heightened risk of catastrophic injuries and fatalities. All too often, these accidents are caused by incomplete maintenance, improper driver training, careless driving or drivers who are fatigued because of overwork.
You may feel like you don’t know where to turn or whom to trust. At Walborsky Bradley & Fleming, PLLC, our passion is representing you, the injured party, and helping you obtain maximum compensation, recover from your injuries and move on with your life.
What To Do If You Were Involved In A Truck Accident
Have you been involved in a truck accident? Were you injured or did you sustain damages to your vehicle? Are you wondering what to do next? We can help. At Walborsky Bradley & Fleming, PLLC, in Panama City, our attorneys use years of experience when handling all types of truck and car accident cases for clients throughout Florida.
For more information on what to do in a truck accident, please see the information below. To schedule a free consultation, call our Panama City office at , toll free at 850-250-4252 or contact us online.
First: Seek Medical Attention
It is essential that any injuries that you suffered in the truck accident be treated immediately. Injuries can range from minor to severe, but due to the size and weight of a semi-truck versus a smaller vehicle, like a car, injuries can often be devastating.
Your health is most important. Have an ambulance called to the scene and allow yourself to be transported to the hospital in order to be evaluated by a doctor. Many injuries show no visible signs, and symptoms may be subtle. A doctor can then determine your injuries and the extent of the impact that they will have on your life.
Second:Call An Experienced Truck Accidents Attorney
After you have been medically treated, seek legal representation. Regardless of who was at fault in the truck collision, having representation can help ensure that your rights are protected. When you retain our firm to be your legal counsel, we can:
- Begin an investigation
- Gather witness statements
- Take pictures
- Collect medical records
All of this is done in order to file a claim. We can seek compensation from the negligent party, his or her insurance company, your own insurance company and any other parties that may be involved in the case, depending on the specific situation. Our goal is to get you the compensation you deserve in order to move forward with your life.
Three: Do Not Settle With The Insurance Company
Many insurance companies will reach out to the victim of a truck crash within a day or two after the accident. They want to get the case settled and over with as soon as possible, for as little money as possible, because they are looking out for their own best interests.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile or truck accident, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer before you talk to an insurance adjuster. If you are asked to sign any documents, have them reviewed before you do because once you settle, you cannot go back.
We Help Clients Throughout The Panama City Area
Walborsky Bradley & Fleming, PLLC, offers aggressive representation following your truck accident. Our extensive knowledge of insurance companies and their common practices helps our efforts to maximize recovery by utilizing all of the insurance coverage available to you, including policies on other vehicles, uninsured motor vehicle protection, medical payment coverage and PIP benefits.
We will work tirelessly to do what is best for you and to secure the compensation you need to make a full recovery and meet your current and future needs. For more information, please see our page on what to do in a truck accident.
We are on your side. Call us locally in Panama City at 850-250-4252 or toll free at 850-250-4252 today to speak with an experienced and passionate advocate. You may also connect with us online.