I was injured in an accident with a large tractor truck. Is my case any different than if I were hit by any other kind of automobile?

 

A: Accidents involving trucks are different from accidents with other vehicles for a number of reasons. Some of the most important differences that could affect your case are:

• Trucks are required to carry higher amounts of insurance coverage.
• Because trucks travel in interstate commerce, they are subject to many more federal regulations than other drivers.
• Trucking companies are required by law to perform drug tests, background checks and annual evaluations on each of their employees.
• Drivers are subject to strict limits on how many consecutive hours can be spent driving at a time. 

Because of these strict regulations, at-fault drivers and their insurance companies are almost always required to pay compensation towards victims in accidents they caused.

Because each accident is different, it is important to seek knowledgeable legal council to assist you with your case. At the law offices of Denena & Points our team of attorneys can help you determine the amount of compensation you can collect based on the specifics of your car accident case. Call us today at (877) 307-9500.