Truck Accidents
What A Truck Accident Lawyer Can Do For You
A truck accident can leave you facing overwhelming medical bills, lost wages, and a long road to recovery. Navigating the legal system alone can be daunting—this is where an experienced truck accident lawyer can make all the difference.
At Monsees & Mayer, our attorneys fight for the rights of truck accident victims, handling every aspect of your case so you can focus on healing. Here’s how we help:
- Comprehensive Investigation – We conduct an independent crash investigation, gathering police reports, accident scene photos, witness statements, vehicle telemetry data, and black box recordings to build a compelling case.
- Identifying All Liable Parties – Truck accidents often involve multiple at-fault parties—the truck driver, trucking company, cargo loaders, vehicle manufacturers, and more. We ensure every responsible party is held accountable.
- Maximizing Your Compensation – Our attorneys calculate the full value of your claim, factoring in medical bills, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering, and future financial losses to pursue the maximum settlement.
- Aggressive Negotiation with Insurance Companies – Trucking companies and insurers work hard to minimize payouts—we work even harder to fight for what you deserve. If they refuse a fair settlement, we take them to court.
- Courtroom-Ready Trial Advocacy – If negotiations fail, our trial-tested attorneys are prepared to present your case before a judge and jury, ensuring your voice is heard.
- Expert Collaboration – We work with accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, financial experts, and vocational specialists to strengthen your case and validate your damages.
- Guidance on Medical Treatment & Recovery – Your health comes first. We connect you with top medical providers and help you avoid common pitfalls that could jeopardize your claim.
Recent Case Results
SETTLEMENT – POLICY LIMITS
$21,000,000
SETTLEMENT – POLICY LIMITS
$21,000,000
Pedestrian Wrongful Death Lawsuit Resolves Before Trial
A multimillion-dollar settlement was reached in a lawsuit alleging the wrongful death of a pedestrian. The family filed the suit after the decedent was struck by a bus while walking in a pedestrian crosswalk.
Attorneys: Reed Martens, David Mayer
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SETTLEMENT – POLICY LIMIT
$2,100,000
SETTLEMENT – POLICY LIMIT
$2,100,000
Family Gets $2.1 Million After Driver Killed By Trailer Tire
A wrongful death claim pertaining to a man who perished in a traffic accident while on the job has been settled for $2.1 million.
Attorneys: Bobby Thrasher
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SETTLEMENT – POLICY LIMIT
$1,250,000
SETTLEMENT – POLICY LIMIT
$1,250,000
Family Gets $1.25 Million After Death of Man On Wheelchair
The family of a wheelchair-bound man who died after being struck by a Hummer will collect a $1.25 million settlement from the driver’s insurer.
Attorneys: Bobby Thrasher
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VERDICT – 5x POLICY LIMIT
$550,000
VERDICT – 5x POLICY LIMIT
$550,000
Jury Finds For Plaintiff in Kansas Driveway Crash
A 62-year-old Kansas woman whose vehicle was struck by another as she was pulling into her driveway won $550,000 in a case where liability was admitted but causation was contested.
Attorneys: Chip Lee, Reed Martens
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How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Protect Your Rights After a Truck Accident
In this video, attorney Bobby Thrasher explains how an experienced personal injury attorney can guide you through the process. From thoroughly investigating the accident and dealing with trucking companies and insurance providers, to fighting for fair compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and long-term care, having a skilled legal team on your side is critical.
Choosing the Right Truck Accident Lawyer Matters
Not all attorneys have the experience and resources needed for complex truck accident litigation. When selecting a lawyer, consider their
- Proven track record in trucking cases
- Trial experience & settlements won
- Client testimonials & industry reputation
At Monsees & Mayer, we level the playing field against powerful insurance carriers and trucking companies. With strong legal counsel in your corner, you can focus on your recovery while we fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Protect Your Rights After a Truck Accident
In this video, attorney Bobby Thrasher explains how an experienced personal injury attorney can guide you through the process. From thoroughly investigating the accident and dealing with trucking companies and insurance providers, to fighting for fair compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and long-term care, having a skilled legal team on your side is critical.
Choosing the Right Truck Accident Lawyer Matters
Not all attorneys have the experience and resources needed for complex truck accident litigation. When selecting a lawyer, consider their
- Proven track record in trucking cases
- Trial experience & settlements won
- Client testimonials & industry reputation
At Monsees & Mayer, we level the playing field against powerful insurance carriers and trucking companies. With strong legal counsel in your corner, you can focus on your recovery while we fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
What To Expect When Hiring A Truck Accident Lawyer
As someone who has been injured in a truck accident, you may be considering hiring a truck accident lawyer to help you obtain compensation for your injuries. An experienced truck accident attorney can help fully identify and calculate the compensation you deserve in a lawsuit, including all applicable damages. They will negotiate aggressively on your behalf and take the case to trial if a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached through mediation or arbitration. Though no amount of money can undo injury, holding negligent parties accountable through legal action can provide critical resources for your recovery. Contact Monsees & Mayer today to schedule a consultation and discover how our experienced lawyers can make a difference in your case.
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The First Steps After Being In A Truck Accident
If you have been in an accident involving a large commercial truck, there are important steps to take right away to protect your rights and ability to recover damages:
- Seek medical attention immediately, even if you do not feel injured. Symptoms of injuries can take time to manifest, so getting checked out quickly creates important medical documentation.
- Report the accident to law enforcement and cooperate fully with any investigation. Make sure to get a copy of the police report.
- Document the scene of the accident as thoroughly as possible, including photographs of the vehicles involved, skid marks, debris, road conditions, and any property damage.
- Exchange insurance and contact information with the truck driver and request copies of their driver’s license and trucking company information.
- Contact your insurance provider to file a claim. Provide only basic facts and avoid speculating on fault.
- Seek legal counsel from an experienced truck accident attorney. Do not provide any recorded statement to the trucking company before consulting a lawyer.
The Monsees & Mayer truck accident lawyers will launch an independent investigation, preserve evidence, determine liability and damages, negotiate with insurance companies, and provide guidance every step of the way. With the complexity of federal trucking regulations, hiring skilled legal representation is highly recommended to protect your rights.
A Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help Calculate and Document Your Damages
A truck accident can lead to severe injuries and massive financial losses. Our attorneys will fight to recover compensation for:
- Medical Bills – ER visits, surgeries, rehab, therapy, and medication
- Lost Wages – Compensation for missed work & reduced earning potential
- Pain & Suffering – Physical pain, emotional distress, PTSD, and trauma
- Wrongful Death – If a loved one was lost in a trucking accident, we help families recover damages
Understanding Liability In A Truck Accident Lawsuit
If you are injured in a truck accident, you may be able to recover compensation by filing a truck accident lawsuit. To do so successfully, you must prove liability. There are several ways to establish liability against the truck driver and trucking company:
- Negligence – The truck driver acted negligently by violating traffic laws or safety regulations, driving aggressively or recklessly, driving distracted, speeding, driving under the influence, or otherwise operating the truck unsafely. Their negligence directly caused the crash and your injuries.
- Vehicle defects or inadequate maintenance – The truck or some component was defective, or the trucking company failed to adequately maintain the vehicle, leading to brake failure, tire blowout, or other mechanical problems that caused the crash.
- Driver fatigue – The driver had been behind the wheel for too many hours without adequate rest, in violation of Hours of Service regulations, resulting in drowsy or fatigued driving that led to the crash.
- Improper loading – The cargo was loaded unsafely or improperly distributed, resulting in shifting load or other problems that caused the driver to lose control.
- Employer negligence – The trucking company acted negligently in hiring, training, supervising, or retaining the driver, despite signs they were unfit, incompetent, or dangerous.
Proving liability is essential to recovering full and fair compensation in your truck accident injury claim. Monsees & Mayer has over 100 years of combined experience investigating fault and building a strong case. We gather evidence and witness testimony to prove the liable parties’ legal responsibility.
Truck Accident Frequently Asked Questions
What types of damages can I claim in my lawsuit?
There are two main categories of damages you can pursue – economic and non-economic. Economic damages cover quantifiable losses like medical bills, lost income, property damage, etc. Non-economic damages cover subjective losses like pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, emotional distress, disfigurement or disability. Your attorney can help calculate all applicable damages.
How are pain and suffering damages calculated?
There is no exact formula for calculating pain and suffering damages. The court will consider factors like the severity of your injuries, length of recovery time, extent of physical pain, emotional impacts, loss of mobility or enjoyment of activities, etc. Your lawyer will advocate for a fair pain and suffering amount based on case evidence.
Can I get compensation for future medical expenses?
Yes, you can claim damages to cover reasonably anticipated future medical costs related to your injuries. This includes expenses like ongoing therapy, assistive devices, at-home care, prescription medications, and more. Your lawyer can retain expert witnesses to help substantiate these future costs.
What if I missed work because of the accident?
You can claim lost income damages to compensate for past and future wages lost due to missing work during recovery. Your attorney can calculate this based on pay stubs, tax returns, employer records, etc.
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