While any vehicle accident can be traumatic, an accident with a big truck can be a devastating experience. It can cause traumatic injuries. These types of accidents and the injury claims that follow also become complicated. It can be difficult for the victims of an accident with an 18-wheeler to get the compensation needed for medical care, pain and suffering, and other expenses.

It’s important to have experienced and knowledgeable Louisiana truck accident attorneys helping you if you have had such an unwelcome event in your life. There are many benefits to having a truck accident lawyer, with a background in all facets of personal injury law, to take the stress off of you and protect your rights. The Louisiana truck accident attorneys at Domengeaux Wright Roy & Edwards can help you by:

Identifying All Responsible Parties – An accident with an 18-wheeler can be different than a typical accident with another automobile. There can be multiple parties responsible for the accident, including the truck driver, the owner of the truck, the manufacturer of the truck, or the cargo company that loaded the truck.

Each has different responsibilities that are meant to ensure the safety of the truck, the driver and other travelers on the road. If there is a failure, it can lead to a catastrophic accident. Hiring a Louisiana truck accident attorney immediately after the accident is vital to ensure an investigation is conducted to determine the cause of the accident, and that all liable parties are held responsible for the damage.

Understanding Complex Laws and Regulations – The trucking industry is heavily regulated, at both the state and federal level. There are rules that limit the length of trips a driver can take, the speed at which trucks can operate, the weight of cargo trucks can carry, and much more. Our Louisiana truck accident lawyers understand these regulations and will investigate if any of these laws were broken and caused your accident. We will build a case on your behalf.

Negotiating with Insurance Companies for the Compensation You Deserve – Trucking accidents are not rare on America’s roads. In 2016, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) found that large trucks and buses account for 12 percent of traffic fatalities. Trucking companies have teams of lawyers, and these lawyers and their insurance companies will do all they can to minimize their liability and the amount of compensation they pay out after an accident. Often these risk assessment teams will come to the scene of the accident right away. 

Our attorneys will work for your best interests and make sure you receive the compensation you deserve.

An experienced personal injury lawyer will help your case

At Domengeaux Wright Roy & Edwards, our experienced truck accident lawyers in Lafayette, Louisiana have decades of experience protecting the rights of injured accident victims. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your case. We will do everything we can to help you, and make sure you receive the compensation you deserve after an accident. Our law firm works on a contingency fee system, meaning we charge no legal fees unless you receive compensation.