White Plains 18-Wheeler Accident Lawyer

Getting into a crash with an 18-wheeler might leave you with catastrophic injuries and growing medical expenses. If you were involved in a collision with a semi-truck, a truck accident lawyer in White Plains may be able to help you win financial recovery from the at-fault party. 

In a truck accident case, you might file a claim against one or more liable parties. These could be the truck driver, the truck driver’s employer, the truck’s manufacturer, or another party like a manufacturer. We will identify all liable parties in your claim.

Truck Accident Statute of Limitations in New York

In White Plains, your right to financial compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit is generally limited to three years, according to the New York Civil Practice Law & Rules (CVP) §214. Your legal team can inform you about any factors that might expend or pause these statute of limitations.

Reach out to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible so that there is a substantial amount of time to prepare your lawsuit and file it in time to meet New York’s statutory deadline.

Evidence Your Lawyer Will Use in Your Truck Accident

As your truck accident attorney prepares your lawsuit, you may need to obtain a copy of the official crash report. The crash report may note the date and time of the collision, which will let your lawyer know how long you have to file your case.

Your personal injury lawyer may also ask you to obtain copies of your medical records and other documents that may be able to support your lawsuit. 

Types of Truck Accidents Our New York Lawyers Represent

Our truck accident lawyers in White Plains have helped our clients recover after many types of wrecks. Some of the most common types of truck accidents we see involving 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, and commercial trucks include:

• Jack-knife accidents: When a truck’s trailer turns in on its tractor
• Improper cargo accidents: When a truck crashes, rolls over, catches fire, or explodes because its cargo is not loaded properly 
• Runaway truck accidents: Improper braking, speeding, reckless driving, and insufficient maintenance can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle 

New York and Federal Trucking Laws

Truck accident claims in New York may have special state and federal laws. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCA) has issued rules pertaining to the safe operation of these dangerous trucks. Your personal injury claim may involve special regulations regarding:

• Hours of Service 
• Truck driver schedules
• Training, hiring, and licensing 
• Safe maintenance 
• Driver employment records
• The driver’s use of any substances (drugs, alcohol, prescriptions)

An experienced personal injury lawyer in White Plains can advise you of any conditions that could further identify liable parties and speed up the process of collecting compensation. 

How a Lawyer Can Help You Collect Damages

White Plain injury assessment team may be able to help you determine the value of your compensation claim or lawsuit, based on calculations of your economic damages, such as your:

• Current and expected medical expenses
• Current and expected loss of income
• Vehicle repair or replacement expenses

Economic damages represent fixed financial expenditures. However, you may also be entitled to non-economic expenses, which can be more difficult to place a value on. Your personal injury lawyer may determine the value of these losses, which may include:

• Pain and suffering
• Physical discomfort
• Physical disfigurement
• Mental anguish
• Emotional turmoil

A White Plains truck accident attorney can use several forms of evidence to prove your damages and assess their value. Once a total figure is calculated, you and your legal team can begin with negotiations.

Share Your Crash Report with a Truck Accident Lawyer

A crash between your passenger vehicle and an 18-wheeler can lead to serious injuries. Because you were injured in an accident, The New York Vehicle and Traffic Laws (VAT) §605 requires all involved parties to file a crash report.

If your injuries include loss of consciousness and memory impairment, your crash report may provide important details for your legal team, such as:

• Contact information of the at-fault driver
• Contact information of their insurance company
• Contact information of accident witnesses
• Descriptions of the at-fault vehicle and driver
• Accident diagrams that depict points of impact
• Road and weather conditions

You can obtain multiple copies of the official crash report, one for your lawyer and another for your personal records. Your legal counsel can assist you in obtaining this important document.

Get a Free Consultation With a NY Truck Accident Lawyer

When a White Plains truck accident lawyer from Morelli Law represents you, you can focus more on healing from your injuries, while we secure the financial compensation you may be entitled to receive.

The physical and financial aftermath of a truck accident can be difficult to navigate simultaneously. Let us give you the support you need to move forward after an accident.