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Stay at the scene no matter how dangerous or unfair it may feel. Leaving before the police arrive is a serious offense. If you can safely do so, move to the side of the road and turn on your hazards.
Get the truck driver's contact and insurance information along with the trucking company's name, DOT number, and license plate. Note the trailer number too, since tractors and trailers are sometimes owned by different companies.
Report the accident, even if it seems minor. Responding officers will create an accident report that matters for your claim. Be honest, and if you're unsure of a detail, it's fine to say "I'm not sure" rather than guess.
Photos can be powerful evidence. Take pictures of vehicle damage, skid marks, spilled cargo, road conditions, and any visible injuries to you or your passengers before the scene is cleared.
If anyone saw the crash happen, talk to them and ask for their contact information. Witness testimony can help confirm how the trucking company's driver caused the wreck.
Hiring an experienced truck accident lawyer early helps you compete with the trucking company's insurer and legal team. We'll work to make sure you get the compensation you deserve.
Federal hours-of-service rules limit time on the road, but drivers and dispatchers often push past those limits to meet deadlines.
Texting, GPS use, and dispatch communications can take a driver's eyes off the road for critical seconds.
You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Worn brakes, bald tires, and faulty lights are common on trucks that were not properly inspected.
Fully loaded trucks need far more distance to stop, making speed and following too closely especially dangerous.
Alcohol, drugs, and some prescription medications can impair a driver's reaction time and judgment.
Undertrained drivers may not know how to handle a fully loaded truck in bad weather or heavy traffic.
Tire blowouts, brake failure, and coupling defects can cause a driver to lose control of the truck.
Truck accidents often overlap with other types of serious injury claims. J. Minos Simon, LTD. also represents clients in:
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, we can help you pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and other losses.
Motorcycle crashes can cause serious injuries. We help injured riders understand their legal options and seek fair compensation from responsible parties.
Our personal injury attorneys help Louisiana residents pursue compensation when someone else’s negligence causes injuries, financial losses, or lasting hardship.
Pedestrians have little protection when struck by a vehicle. We help injured pedestrians pursue compensation for medical treatment, lost income, and other damages.
Maritime workers face unique risks on vessels and waterways. We help injured workers understand their rights and pursue available compensation for workplace injuries.
Offshore work can involve serious hazards and complex injury claims. We help injured workers pursue benefits and compensation after accidents on offshore platforms and vessels.
For over 55 years, J. Minos Simon, LTD has represented injured Louisiana families in truck accident, car accident, and personal injury claims. Our Louisiana truck accident attorneys are trial-ready and prepared to take on trucking companies and their insurers. View Profile
Truck accident injuries are often more severe than injuries from a typical car accident because of the size and weight difference between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. Depending on the facts of your case, you may be entitled to recover:
Our truck accident attorneys fully investigate the wreck to make sure every available source of compensation, including the trucking company’s commercial insurance policy, is pursued on your behalf.
Louisiana’s highways, ports, and industrial corridors see heavy commercial truck traffic every day. When a trucking company or driver cuts corners, the results can be catastrophic. As a Louisiana truck accident law firm, we regularly investigate crashes caused by:
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Louisiana generally allows one year from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. Missing this deadline can prevent you from recovering compensation, so it is best to speak with a Louisiana truck accident attorney as soon as possible.
Our firm handles truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs, and you only pay legal fees if we recover compensation for you.
Liability may fall on the truck driver, the trucking company, a cargo loading company, a maintenance provider, or even the truck or parts manufacturer, depending on what caused the crash.
Louisiana follows a comparative fault rule, which means you may still recover compensation even if you were partly responsible. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Depending on your case, you may be able to recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage and, in fatal cases, wrongful death damages for surviving family members.
Some claims settle in a few months, while more complex cases involving serious injuries or disputed liability can take a year or longer. Your lawyer can give you a clearer timeline once they review your case.
It is best to avoid giving a recorded statement or accepting a settlement before speaking with a lawyer. Insurance adjusters often work to limit what the trucking company has to pay.
Trucking companies have insurers and legal teams working to reduce what they pay. A Louisiana truck accident lawyer can investigate the crash, preserve evidence, and negotiate on your behalf.
Yes. Louisiana law allows certain surviving family members to file a wrongful death claim to recover damages such as funeral costs, lost financial support and loss of companionship.
Trucking companies have insurers and legal teams working to reduce what they pay. A Louisiana truck accident lawyer can investigate the crash, preserve evidence and negotiate on your behalf.
