{"id":366,"date":"2017-05-26T03:39:48","date_gmt":"2017-05-26T03:39:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/powerslawstl.com\/wp\/?p=366"},"modified":"2023-07-17T05:48:11","modified_gmt":"2023-07-17T05:48:11","slug":"tractor-trailer-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grovespowerslaw.com\/stage578\/tractor-trailer-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Injured in a Tractor Trailer Accident?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you were injured in an accident involving a tractor trailer or 18-wheeler, there are a few things you should be aware of immediately following the incident. How the accident itself and the following time period are handled can affect whether you get full compensation for your damages through a settlement or trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to do following an accident involving a semi-truck:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Expect insurance companies of truck driver\/company or others to contact you.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Do not provide claims adjusters with any more information over the phone than your full name and phone number.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Do not accept quick\/early settlement offers.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>If you are injured see a physician immediately after the accident.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Contact an attorney experienced in handling in tractor trailer accidents as quickly as possible.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Expect other insurance companies to contact you.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An accident with an 18-wheeler can be much more complicated than a regular car accident. Many parties are often involved in the typical trucking\/transportation process. Different companies may be responsible for the loading of the truck, vehicle maintenance, trailer maintenance, and hiring drivers, each with their own insurance providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below are just a few of the possible causes for a tractor trailer accident:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n