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    Dentsville, SC Truck Accident Lawyer + Commercial 18-Wheeler Injuries

    Accidents with 18-wheelers and other large, commercial trucks typically happen due to negligence, meaning someone else or multiple parties might be liable for your injuries and damages. Our lawyers can confirm if that is the case and help you seek compensation.

    You may have three years to file your truck accident lawsuit, but you do not have to wait that long and may initiate your case with us as soon as possible. You may have a case against the truck driver, the truck driver’s employer, who is also the truck owner, or another passenger car driver. It is your decision whether to settle a case or take it to trial, and we can help you make an informed, confident choice.

    Call Burriss Ridgeway Injury Lawyers at (803) 451-4000 to get a free case assessment from our truck accident lawyers.

    How Should You Respond to a Truck Accident in Dentsville, SC?

    Your response to a truck accident could affect your future compensation claim, so focus on documenting the crash and pursuing your case right away.

    Report the Accident to the Police

    Victims should always report accidents with 18-wheelers and other large commercial trucks to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. This will generate a police report that documents what happened and may help our truck accident lawyers in the future.

    Commercial truck accident injuries are often serious, and reporting the accident to the police means they can help process the scene while you prioritize getting emergency medical attention.

    Document Your Injuries & Damages

    We can start tracking your damages and helping document your injuries right away as well. We can identify all medical expenses, lost wages, and other economic damages, and keep tabs on them as they accrue.

    As you get medical attention and rehabilitate after a crash, our attorneys can request medical records on your behalf. We will eventually use those medical records to prove your specific injuries.

    Pursue Compensation

    You should also pursue compensation promptly after a commercial truck accident with an 18-wheeler. While you may have several years to sue, waiting to bring your case could weaken it, and you might get so overwhelmed by damages that you feel forced to accept a bad settlement, which we can help avoid.

    Commercial Truck Accident FAQs Answered

    Why Did My Truck Accident Happen?

    Some of the top causes of commercial truck accidents include drowsy, distracted, aggressive, and drunk driving, as well as bad weather conditions and defective vehicle parts.

    When is the Last Date I Can Sue for a Truck Accident?

    Most plaintiffs have 3 years from the date of injury to sue for commercial truck accidents in South Carolina, according to S.C. Code Ann. § 15-3-530.

    When is the Commercial Truck Driver Liable?

    The commercial truck driver is liable if their negligent driving caused the accident and your injuries.

    When is the Commercial Trucking Company Liable?

    The commercial trucking company may be liable as the trucker’s employer because the driver was working at the time of the accident. The trucking company may also be liable for pressuring the driver to work too many hours without sleep or for failing to keep inspections up to date.

    When is the Commercial Truck Manufacturer Liable?

    The commercial truck manufacturer may be liable if a defect during production ultimately caused the crash. Sudden tire blowouts or parts breaking down may be due to the manufacturer or designer of those specific parts.

    When is Another Driver Liable?

    Another driver might be liable altogether if their negligence initiated the chain of events that ultimately led to the truck driver hitting your vehicle in Dentsville, and our lawyers can determine this by reconstructing the accident.

    Can I Recover All Economic Damages After a Truck Accident?

    You may recover all economic damages after a truck accident, including vehicle damage costs, hospital and medical bills, lost wages, and miscellaneous out-of-pocket expenses we can trace back to the accident.

    Can I Recover All Non-Economic Damages After a Truck Accident?

    You may also recover considerable non-economic damages after a truck accident, and we can use your personal testimony and statements from expert witnesses to prove why you deserve a certain amount for your pain and suffering.

    Do I Have to Settle My Truck Accident Case in Dentsville, SC?

    You do not have to settle your truck accident case, and our lawyers can advise you on whether we think you could recover more damages by going to trial instead of settling out of court.

    Do I Have to Take My Truck Accident Case to Trial in Dentsville, SC?

    You also do not have to go to trial if you would prefer to settle and resolve the issue out of court and on your own terms, rather than a jury’s. Do not necessarily write off going to trial, however, as we may suggest it if the opposing side never offers a good enough settlement.

    What Photographic Evidence Proves Truck Accident Cases?

    Photographs of the impact point, vehicle parts left on the road, the final landing positions of the truck and your car after the accident, and your injuries help us reconstruct and prove what happened.

    What Medical Evidence Proves Truck Injuries?

    Emergency room records, ongoing rehabilitative care records, and any other medical records regarding your injury or treatment may be strong evidence that our lawyers can obtain and use on your behalf.

    What Witness Testimony Proves Truck Accident Cases?

    Testimony from eyewitnesses who can describe the collision and expert witnesses who can testify about the victim’s injuries or damages often help us prove truck accident compensation claims.

    How Soon Should I Get a Lawyer After a Commercial Truck Accident?

    Prioritize determining whether you have a case as quickly as possible after a collision with a commercial truck, as delaying your case might weaken it and hurt your chances of a fast, fair recovery.

    Call Us After a Dentsville, SC Accident

    You can get help with your case from Burriss Ridgeway Injury Lawyers by calling our truck accident lawyers at (803) 451-4000.

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    Client’s husband was struck and killed by a speeding driver working for a South Carolina corporation who was in the course and scope of his employment at the time of the crash. The decedent left behind a spouse and three children.
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    Client was struck and killed by a commercial vehicle that was distracted at the time of the crash. The event occurred on a rural South Carolina roadway. Claims were brought against the driver as well as the corporation.
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