A collision with a large commercial truck can be devastating, often leaving victims with severe injuries, enormous medical expenses, and an uncertain road to recovery. Because fault may involve multiple parties – from the driver to the trucking company, shipper, equipment owners, and maintenance providers – having a skilled attorney is essential to hold powerful insurance and commercial transportation companies accountable.
Causes of big rig accidents often differ from regular traffic collisions because they can result from driver fatigue, overloading, maintenance neglect, and mechanical failures that compromise crucial safety systems. Of course, they may also involve ordinary driver negligence such as failure to pay attention, following too closely, intoxication, and improperly changing lanes. In addition to the rules of the road that apply to all motorists, Federal FMCSA and State DOT regulations impose strict duties on commercial drivers and companies such as enforcement of hours-of-service rules, required comprehensive inspections, safe cargo loading, and maintenance schedules. Yet violations of these regulations remain a significant contributor to catastrophic
crashes.
If you've suffered serious injuries from an 18-wheeler, you deserve nothing less than full compensation. Before it is too late, it is important to have an experienced lawyer act quickly to preserve potentially critical evidence supporting your claim including:
Trucking companies have teams of attorneys working against you – SC Injury Law levels the playing field by:
The insurance company is already working to minimize your claim. Don’t let them get ahead and get away with it. Call Billy Sweeny now and make sure your rights are protected.
In South Carolina, the statute of limitations is generally three years from the accident date against private individuals or companies and two years from the accident date against governmental entities and employees. However, acting quickly helps preserve important evidence to strengthen your case.
Insurance companies often try to settle for less than you deserve. Sometimes early settlement offers seem to offer a quick payout but really shift the costs and liabilities onto the injured victim who then ends up having to pay out costs and expenses. It is crucial to have an experienced attorney review any offer to ensure it covers medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term damages.
Truck accidents often involve multiple liable parties, federal safety regulations, and higher insurance policy limits, making claims more complex and requiring a specialized legal approach.
Liability can fall on the other driver, employers, vehicle providers and maintainers, or even government entities and contractors responsible for road maintenance.
Your safety is the priority – if you’ve been injured in a wreck always call 911 and seek medical attention. If possible and without compromising your health, document the scene with photos and gather witness information. Before speaking with insurance companies, you should discuss your rights and options with an experienced attorney.
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