A concrete truck accident can leave you with an ever-growing stack of medical bills and no way to pay them. Your injuries may cause you to miss extensive time from your job or put an end to your career.
If another party’s negligence caused your concrete truck accident, they may owe you compensation for your accident-related damages. A Buffalo concrete truck accident lawyer from Morelli Law Firm may be able to help you pursue an insurance claim and/or lawsuit against the responsible parties.
Call Morelli Law Firm now at (212) 751-9800 for a free case evaluation with a member of our team. We may be able to represent you on a contingency-fee-basis with no up-front payment required.
The Consequences of a Concrete Truck Accident
A concrete truck is a formidable vehicle to encounter on a busy roadway. In addition to the size, the truck’s weight is also impressive, especially when carrying a load.
When operated by a careless driver, an out-of-control concrete truck can cause severe injuries and possible death to occupants of smaller vehicles and to pedestrians.
The following list is just a few examples of the types of injuries possible in such an accident:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord injury
- Whiplash
- Broken bones
- Internal injuries
- Organ damages
- Cuts, scrapes, or bruises
- Muscle or ligament damage
Depending on the severity of your accident, you or a loved one may require a lifetime of care with certain types of car accident injuries.
If you have not already done so, make sure to see a doctor for a thorough evaluation of your injuries. This can create evidence in your medical record that your injuries came from the accident and not some other cause.
Recoverable Damages in a Concrete Truck Accident Case
Morelli Law Firm can explore your damages and estimate their value when we represent you. Depending on the details of your case, the recoverable damages may include:
- Post-accident emergency medical treatment
- Current and future accident-related medical costs
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity, if you are unable to return to your previous job
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- And more
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When a Concrete Truck Accident Results in Death
Tragically, some accident victims do not survive their injuries. If someone you loved died due to a concrete truck accident, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim and lawsuit.
Losing someone close to you in such a tragic way is devastating. Pursuing a wrongful death case may help you find justice and could potentially result in financial compensation. The types of potentially recoverable damages in a wrongful death case may include:
- Funeral and burial costs
- Final medical expenses for the decedent
- Loss of support
These are just a few examples of the damage types that may be available in a wrongful death case. The potentially recoverable damages in your case may depend upon your relationship with the deceased and other factors.
Call Morelli Law Firm at (212) 751-9800 to learn more about working with us on your wrongful death case today. A member of our car accident team can provide you with a free case review.
How Morelli Law Firm Can Help You Pursue Justice
When you work with a Buffalo concrete truck accident lawyer from Morelli Law Firm on your case, we can handle all communications and negotiations with the responsible party and their insurance company.
During our work together, we can also:
- Answer your questions and provide you with legal advice
- Inform you about your options and help you make decisions in your case
- Manage all deadlines and paperwork
- Gather evidence of liability of and the extent of your damages
- Negotiate with the responsible party’s insurance company for a settlement
- Take your case to trial, if necessary
We gladly accept any documentation or evidence you may possess. If you do not have any information that can help us, we can get to work to locate eyewitnesses, the official police report, and photographs of the accident scene, if available.
You may also help your case by not sharing essential details of the accident or your injuries on social media. An insurance company may use a social media post as evidence against you to reduce or deny your claim.
The Deadline to Sue in New York
There are deadlines to file a lawsuit in New York. If you do not file a lawsuit on time, your lawsuit may be dismissed, and you may be unable to recover compensation for your damages.
For personal injury lawsuits, the general deadline is three years, per New York Civil Practice Law & Rules (CVP) § 214. For wrongful death lawsuits, the general deadline is two years, per New York Estates, Powers & Trusts (EPT) § 5-4.1.
For information about what specific deadlines pertain to your case, call Morelli Law Firm today.
Contact Morelli Law Firm for a Free Consultation on Your Case
An accident involving a concrete truck can be frightening, and the aftermath can be overwhelming. It is understandable if you feel confused as to what to do next to protect your interests.
Fortunately, help is available. If you qualify, a Buffalo concrete truck accident lawyer from Morelli Law Firm may be able to manage all of the legal work in your case while you focus on your recovery.
Morelli Law Firm is on your side when it comes to your concrete truck accident. We may be able to provide you with representation on a contingency-fee-basis with no up-front payments required. In this payment structure, you do not owe us attorney fees unless and until you recover compensation via a settlement offer or court award.
For a free consultation on your case with a member of our team, call Morelli Law Firm today at (212) 751-9800.