Nashville Attorney for Truck Accidents

Questions you may have regarding your Truck Accident

You may contact me, and I will evaluate your truck accident claim in an initial consultation.  My experience as a truck accident attorney can provide you with the assistance you need to obtain a fair settlement or verdict.  Here are answers to some commonly asked questions.

How do trucking vehicle accidents differ from typical traffic accidents?

Truck accidents, typically, can be far more dangerous than car accidents.  Truck accident statistics show that trucking accidents have a higher fatality rate than other accidents.  In a situation where a truck needs to stop suddenly, trucks can be almost impossible to control and truck collisions commonly cause catastrophic injuries.

Will I have to go to court to settle my case?

Likely not, since over 90% of accident cases involving injury are resolved through out of court settlements.  In order to maximize the possibility of a favorable out of court settlement, you must have an effective, experienced and skilled truck accident lawyer.  An experienced and skilled attorney will know how to gather and present the evidence in your case to maximize your chances of an out of court settlement.

Are there laws that limit the hours that a trucker can stay behind the wheel?

Yes.  Driver fatigue is a well known problem, and, unfortunately, a very common factor in trucking accidents.  Drivers are legally required to maintain logs showing their time behind the wheel.  In truck accident cases, it is vital that you have an attorney that is skilled and experienced in obtaining driver logs, and other information, that may contain vital evidence that supports your case and builds your chances of obtaining punitive damages.

Are there certain amounts of insurance coverage that truckers or truck drivers have to carry?

Yes, due to the high risk of severe damage a truck can cause, federal law requires that trucks be covered by certain minimum amounts of insurance.  Typically, a single truck requires liability coverage of $750,000.00.  A tractor and trailer may be considered as separate vehicles, thus requiring additional insurance coverage.  It may well be the case that a trucking company has more insurance coverage than required by law.  For trucks carrying hazardous materials, the minimum liability coverage for each vehicle typically will be $1,000,000.00 or $5,000,000.00, depending on the type of cargo being shipped.

Contact a Nashville Truck Accident Attorney from J. Ross Pepper, Attorney at Law, for answers and assistance with your Truck accident claim.