Truck Accident Legal Questions

Something is missing from this as I assume that the cop saw the blown out tire and noted this on the report , and the trucker didnt deny the event since he pulled over when it happened, yes? You may just need to make the claim with your insurance company and let them chase the trucking company down for reimbursement or ifthe damage is worth it, file a small claims case.... Read More

I suggest that you hire an attorney experienced in not only workers' compensation claims but one that is also experienced with trucking claims, especially ones involved in improper loading.  This could be a difficult claim because Virginia is also a contributory negligence jurisdiction and there could be an issue if you were also responsible for making sure the load was properly loaded onto your truck.  Good luck with this matter.... Read More

Yes, the occupant of the other vehicle can sue you personally.  He can also sue the company you worked for on the date of the accident or he can sue both you and the company.  Since you were on the job at the time of the accident and you were operating a company vehicle (I presume with permission of your employer), the insurance carrier for the company will hire a lawyer to defend you and any money obtained by the occupant of the other vehicle will likely be paid by the insurance carrier for the company.  If you have not already done so, you need to turn over a copy of the lawsuit to the company and the insurance carrier for the company.  You will also need to cooperate with the lawyer hired by the insurance carrier to represent you.  Good luck with this matter.... Read More

Yes, your lawyer should keep you advised of what is going on in your case.  You can also check the status of your case by calling the clerk's office where the case is pending or check online by going to the website of the court where the case is pending as many courts are now online with a listing of matters pending at that particular court.... Read More

The first issue is what are you damages. Did you have collision insurance on the car for damages to the car? If you have insurance then your insurance carrier should pay for physical damage to the car. I hope that under such circumstances that you had notified your insurance carrier of  the accident.  Second, did your husband suffer any  physical and/or emotional injuries?  Were there any other expenses incurred? Even if your husband feels fine, it would be a good idea to have him checked out.  ... Read More

Since you have hired an attorney to represent you, you should be consulting with him/her about your concerns.  Contact your attorney and discuss your question with him/her.  There may be some insurance available under your own auto coverage that can help with your medical bills (called medical payments coverage).  If your attorney is not answering your questions or is not responding to your phone calls, you may need to consider hiring a new lawyer.... Read More

David, Typically, insurance information can be obtained from an accident report, assuming one was drafted.  A lawyer or individual can then contact the other party's insurance to start a claim.  Since you were contacted directly, I would  contact your insurance carrier to let them know about the situation.  They would then need to investigate and deal with the claim.  ... Read More