Truck Accident Lawyers

James Eason's commitment to excellence and unquenchable desire to always win has made the Eason Law Firm the number one choice of Missouri and Illinois residents for help with their commercial truck accident claims. To schedule a free case review or consultation with the St. Louis Truck Accident Lawyers at the Eason Law Firm and discuss the options available to your truck accident case, call 314-932-1066 now.

TRUCK ACCIDENT STATISTICS

The average commercial vehicle weighs 20-30 times more than a passenger vehicle, and it can take significantly longer for a truck to come to a complete stop than a car or SUV, especially if wet or icy road conditions, distracted driving, alcohol use, and other negligent driving behaviors are present.

Truck drivers are often on the road for long periods. Under federal truck driver regulations, CDL drivers are prohibited from being on the road for more than 14 hours in a 24-hour period, and of the 14 hours, only 11 can be consecutive before drivers are required to rest.

If federal trucking regulations are violated, the consequences are severe - drivers can lose their CDL licenses or jobs, face hefty fines, or even be pressed with criminal charges depending on the severity of the accident. Despite the consequences of violating trucking regulations, one of the top causes of commercial truck accidents is driver fatigue, which can cause or contribute to the following most common truck accidents:

• Rear-End Collisions
• Head-On Collisions
• Rollover Truck Accidents
• Turning Accidents
• Sideswipe Accidents

STEPS TO TAKE AFTER A TRUCK ACCIDENT

Pursuing a truck accident claim is similar to recovering compensation for a car accident; the first thing that you should do after a truck accident is seek medical attention and obtain a copy of your medical report from the treating physician to document your injuries. After getting treatment for your injuries, it's crucial to file a police report. A police report is compelling evidence, especially if it includes reports from witnesses to the crash. Lastly, it's crucial to hire a lawyer to take control of your case. An experienced lawyer can obtain copies of your medical or police report, a copy of the negligent truck driver's driving record, and has the resources needed to collect additional compelling evidence to support your claim.

Trucking companies often attempt to deny claims involving independent contractors. However, in some states, independent contractors are considered "employees" of a company if they use a company vehicle, receive benefits other than a paycheck, or don't have freedom over the work that they are doing, including when and how the job is done.

If a trucking company attempts to deny your truck accident claim, and the state the accident occurred in recognizes independent contractors as "employees" in the case of an accident, an experienced lawyer can prove the employer's liability under Vicarious Liability. While there is always the option to settle a case outside of court, most of the time, if a case has reached an advanced level, and the other party has tried to deny the injured person's claim, with the help of a lawyer it can be a wise decision to file a lawsuit against the truck driver's employer.

TALK TO A TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYER ABOUT YOUR CASE TODAY

Most of the time, if a truck is in an accident with a passenger vehicle, the injured party is the passenger vehicle occupant. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, such as who caused the accident, where the crash occurred, and what rule of fault the state uses, the injured person could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and other unexpected expenses caused by the crash. However, recovering a high settlement for a truck accident often requires extensive negotiation from someone with adequate knowledge of a state's traffic laws and federal truck regulations.

James Eason and the St. Louis Truck Accident Lawyers at the Eason Law Firm specialize in fighting for the rights of personal injury victims and will tackle your truck accident case head-on. From the initial review of your case to negotiating with the other party's insurance company, the Eason Law Firm will be by your side, making sure that you and your case are taken care of.

While other lawyers might call themselves "aggressive" when fighting for your claim, James Eason has the accomplishments to prove it. With over ten years of legal experience under his belt and status as a former Golden Gloves boxer, James Eason has the skills needed to push back against the negligent party's insurance company and demand the compensation you deserve for your case.

If you are ready for more information on how the St. Louis Truck Accident Lawyers at the Eason Law Firm can help with your truck accident case, call 314-932-1066 or contact Eason Law today to schedule a free case review or consultation.