North Carolina and the entire Atlantic Seaboard hum with the sound of big trucks traveling the roads night and day. Unfortunately, while many of these vehicles provide vital services, if driven improperly, they can cause serious accidents. It’s something you may know all too well.
If you or a loved one was injured in a Fayetteville truck accident, our lawyers can seek maximum compensation for your injury-related losses. At Whitley Law Firm, our lawyers channel our 80 years of collective experience into building the strongest possible case. With our team, you get more than an attorney; you get the Whitley Advantage.
Call (919) 785-5000 to connect with our Fayetteville personal injury lawyers and begin your free, no-obligation case review.
The Benefits of Working With Our Fayetteville Truck Accident Lawyers
Our Fayetteville truck collision lawyers approach your case with the same level of care we’ve given our clients since 1974. We have never wavered in providing the Whitley Advantage to each person who comes through our doors. The Whitley Advantage isn’t just one thing; it is care, compassion, and really listening to what you have to say. It’s protecting our clients as we would our own family. It’s everything.
To compel fair compensation from the liable party:
We Investigate the Truck Accident That Led to Your Injuries
It’s vital that we understand the who, what, when, and why of your truck accident. This way, we can determine who caused the collision and who owes compensation. We examine the area where the truck accident occurred, taking pictures and collecting traffic camera footage. We ask:
- Did any environmental factors contribute to the incident?
- Was anyone arrested for driving under the influence or another traffic violation?
- What were the weather conditions at the time of the crash?
- Did first responders come to the accident scene?
Our investigators speak with eyewitnesses and collect copies of the police report to get a clear picture of what happened. If necessary, we may consult with an accident reconstruction specialist who can use computer simulations and physics to learn more about what occurred.
We Identify the At-Fault Party and Prove Negligence
Our investigation may find that more than one party contributed to the accident. For instance, although the driver may have caused your accident, if their employer violated Hours of Service regulations, both could be liable.
Holding another party accountable for your losses requires proving negligence. This requires illustrating:
- Another party had a duty of care. Truck drivers must operate their vehicles with reasonable caution to avoid hurting others.
- The party in question did not uphold their duty of care by partaking in dangerous, reckless, or careless behavior.
- The other party’s actions or omissions caused the accident.
- You were injured and have damages.
Liability in your Fayetteville truck accident case may rest with one or more of the following:
- The trucking company or carrier
- The truck driver
- The truck maintenance company
- The cargo owners
- The cargo loading company
- The truck manufacturer or truck parts manufacturer
Don’t worry about issues involving negligence and liability in your truck accident case. We take care of everything––and we mean everything.
Your Injury Attorney Combats Allegations of Fault
North Carolina is a pure contributory negligence state. Here, if someone is even one percent at fault for the accident, they cannot recover compensation. So, to avoid liability, the at-fault party may blame you for what happened. These accusations could impede your case’s progression and be used to deny compensation.
Your lawyer will shield you from unjust allegations and use your case’s evidence to support your right to financial recovery. We rely on our decades of experience and resources to fight for what you deserve.
Our Attorneys Manage Your Injury Claim
In preparing your insurance claim, we work with your medical team to account for your present and future medical needs. This way, we can demand compensation that accounts for your medical expenses. Once we file your personal injury claim, our truck accident attorneys will negotiate on your behalf for a fair settlement.
If the insurance company denies your claim or refuses to negotiate fairly, we prepare your case for trial and represent you in court.
Your Lawyer Handles Your Personal Injury Lawsuit
While we can manage everything your lawsuit entails, there’s something we need from you: prompt notification about your injury case. That’s because the statute of limitations outlines how long you have to initiate litigation and sue the at-fault party. You generally have three years from the date of your truck accident to file a lawsuit.
While there are some exceptions to this statute, you shouldn’t assume they apply. The court will not allow you to file your case late because of a misunderstanding. Our Fayetteville truck accident team can file your lawsuit and guide it to a fair conclusion.
For a free legal consultation with a truck accident lawyer serving Fayetteville, call (800)785-5000
Our Fayetteville Attorneys Seek Financial Recovery for Your Hardships
A serious truck accident calls for serious legal representation. When we break ground on your case, we keep you updated about everything, from phone calls with claims adjusters to settlement offers from insurers. We have one primary goal, and that’s for our family to help your family through this ordeal.
While we can’t go back in time and prevent the truck accident from happening, we can fight for your future and peace of mind. Through a settlement or court award, you could get compensation for:
Financial Damages That Come With Documentation
Your recoverable economic damages may include:
- Medical bills. You may completely recover in a month, or you may need medical care for the rest of your life. When calculating your medical costs, our attorneys will review your treatment records, condition’s severity, and necessary care.
- Out-of-pocket expenses. We can pursue supplementary expenses to accommodate the needs your injury has created, accounting for costs associated with childcare and housecleaning, transportation to and from medical appointments, and more.
- Modifications to your family home or vehicle. You may have suffered a disability that requires specialized equipment. Our team can include the costs of wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, and other handicap-accessible modifications in your claim’s value.
- Property replacement or repair costs. You shouldn’t have to pay for a mechanic to fix your car. If it’s not fixable, you shouldn’t have to pay for a new one; that’s the liable party’s responsibility.
- Lost income. You may have lost income while taking the time to recover from your injuries. Your personal injury attorney in Fayetteville can seek compensation for tips, bonuses, hourly rates, and commissions.
- Loss of future earning capacity. Your injuries may affect more than your quality of life; they may also affect how many hours you can work, along with what career path you can take. Your attorney can pursue the difference between what you could make before the accident versus now.
This is not a comprehensive list of damages you can seek following your Fayetteville truck crash. Your economic damages are unique to your situation.
Non-Economic Damages That Affect Your Quality of Life
You may also recover compensation for non-economic damages. These are hardships that affect your life but don’t come with specific dollar amounts. Examples include:
- Pain and suffering, which may include physical pain and mental trauma experienced at the time of the accident and for an extended period afterward
- Injuries that result in a disability and forever alter your way of life
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of consortium
- Changes in relationships with family and friends
It is important that we identify all of your current and estimated losses. Our truck accident attorneys will work closely with you and your care team to secure what you need.
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Whitley Law Firm Has Recovered Millions for Truck Accident Claimants
We cannot estimate what you may recover through a settlement or judgment without learning the details of the accident and your injuries. That amount is closely tied to the severity of your losses from the crash.
While we can’t give an exact dollar value on how much you can recover right now, we can share the previous outcomes we’ve secured for truck accident claimants like you. Our case results include:
- $5.5 million. A postal worker was hit by a tractor-trailer while delivering mail on a country road. She lost sight in one eye and was left disabled. This was a classic case of sifting through the facts to determine the liable party for an accident involving a commercial truck. There were three entities—the truck driver, the truck owner, and the trucking company, with the trucking company held responsible.
- $3 million. A commercial truck driver ran a stop sign and crashed into the side of a passenger car. The car’s driver was on life support for several days until he passed away. Our wrongful death lawyers secured damages for his end-of-life care costs and pre-death pain and suffering.
- $2 million. A trucker rear-ended a man on a moped, resulting in a brain injury for the moped driver. The insurance company denied the claim, stating the moped driver was partly at fault, but a dedicated investigation proved otherwise.
We cannot promise a positive outcome, but we promise that we will not settle without fighting for every dime you deserve.
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A Client Shares Her Experience About Working With Our Personal Injury Team
Our clients have come to expect good things from both our law firm and the Whitley Advantage. A former client, Danielle, shares her thoughts. Her online review reflects the sentiments of many:
“I don’t know where to begin this review for the Amazing Ben Whitley and Jocelyn Pettey. I could start by saying how quick they were to help with my case and how hard they worked but how would you determine they are different from any other law firm? Well, I would tell you that Jocelyn is one of the hardest working and friendliest woman I have ever encountered.
She never delayed more than a few hours from returning emails or phone calls . . . Ben Whitley, who the wonder-woman Jocelyn aids, is genuine, kind and compassionate . . . He is a good man, with good principles and believes in companies doing what is right by their client . . . The Whitley Law Firm, Ben, his father, Jocelyn, everyone will treat you like a member of their family and they stand up for their family!”
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What Are Some of the Causes of Fayetteville Truck Accidents?
I-95 kisses the edge of Fayetteville, and Highway 87 rumbles right through town. Our city is on a heavily trafficked route of commercial trucks hauling goods. Accidents can happen with no one at fault, but too often, the following factors are involved:
- Truck drivers are encouraged to get their cargo to their destinations as quickly as possible. Sometimes that means drivers skip the sleep they need and drive while fatigued.
- Some truck drivers get distracted while driving, leaving themselves and those around them open to accidents.
- When truck drivers use drugs or alcohol while driving, the risk of a crash increases.
- Speeding, not checking blind spots before changing lanes, and other poor driving habits contribute to accidents.
- Although not as common, a truck’s mechanical failure may cause an accident.
- Improperly balanced cargo may be to blame if the truck driver loses control.
As noted, your Fayetteville truck accident lawyer learns the cause of your accident and identifies the liable party. We’re determined to get to the bottom of what caused the truck crash and who should pay for your losses.
Call Our Fayetteville Truck Accident Attorneys Today
If you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a truck accident, connect with Whitley Law Firm now and start your free case review.
State and federal laws come into play in these cases, making them more complicated than a collision between two cars. The sooner we can begin, the sooner we can find important evidence and capture eyewitness statements before memories fade.
We believe in compassion, kindness, and hard work. That is how we serve clients each and every day. To connect with our law firm, call (919) 785-5000. There is no obligation to partner with us.
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