Truck Accident Attorney in Boise

A good truck accident lawyer can help you understand your legal rights and options. The attorney can handle all the legal aspects of the case as you recover from your injuries or grieve a loved one in the case of a wrongful death caused by a truck accident.

The legal aspects of such a case may include but are not limited to:

• Gathering evidence
• Assessing your injuries and losses
• Determining the value of your case
• Identifying the party responsible for the accident
• Interpreting complex laws that apply to your case
• Filing a claim with the at-fault party
• Negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf
• Handling all legal paperwork on your behalf

Building a case in a truck accident means proving who’s at fault, and this depends on finding and assigning negligence. Often, negligence lies with the truck driver. If the driver is driving under the influence, driving while tired, or exceeding the recommended hours of service, then those all count as negligence.

Distracted driving, including a cell phone or media use, while driving, also counts as negligence. In truck accidents, the trucking company can also be considered negligent. If they push drivers to drive when they are too tired or for too many hours, or if they fail to maintain their trucks properly, they can be held liable. Often, both the company and the truck driver share negligence, especially if hours of service are not followed.

Sometimes, road conditions are also partially or fully to blame for the truck accident. 

For example, poor road maintenance or construction. In this case, the governmental entity responsible for maintaining the road may be included in your personal injury lawsuit. Several factors go into determining and assigning blame in a truck accident, which is why it’s always best to work with an experienced attorney from Morgan & Morgan. We have a nationwide network of over 1,000 attorneys, and some are located in the Boise area. Contact Morgan & Morgan to learn more about proving negligence in your truck accident case.

Some common damages in truck accident cases include medical expenses to cover the treatment of any injuries sustained, lost wages if you're unable to work, and even loss of earning potential if the injuries you sustained prevent you from going back to work or earning the same income you did before the accident.

Non-economic damages might also be available in some cases. These include pain and suffering or even the loss of enjoyment of life following the accident. 

The whole point of fighting for compensation is to be able to live your life like you used to before the accident. It’s impossible to achieve this when you’re dealing with medical bills, lost income, and other forms of debt caused by the accident.

To find out if you may be entitled to compensation, please contact us today for a free case review.