FINDING A TRUCKING ACCIDENT INJURY LAWYER

Trucking accidents are a specialized area of the legal profession, and victims of such a catastrophe require the services of a dedicated and competent trucking accident lawyer. The trucking company and their insurance carrier will have a team of attorneys, investigators, and adjusters hard at work within hours of an accident, assembling favorable evidence and defending their side of the case. Victims of trucking accidents are advised to be just as diligent and forceful in contacting a trucking accident attorney to explore their rights to compensation and justice.

A few considerations when choosing a trucking accident attorney:

Competence:

Always make sure that a prospective attorney is licensed in the applicable state, and is experienced in trucking accident law.

Prior Record:

Ask for references and records, and inquire what cases the attorney has had that were similar to yours, and how they turned out.

Fees & Costs:

Make sure there is a full understanding of the attorney’s fees, as well as any additional costs that are the responsibility of the client.

Procedure:

A competent attorney will be able to provide a detailed game plan and a rough timeline of expected events.

Personal Service:

Some work (record-keeping, information gathering, etc.) will be designated to paralegals and assistants, but the core tasks of the case should be handled personally by the attorney, and there should always be accessible communication between client and attorney.