You’ll Never Guess What’s Distracting Truckers These Days
Although it might sound surprising, eating and driving can easily lead to accidents.
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Although it might sound surprising, eating and driving can easily lead to accidents.
The statute of limitations is a rule that places (you guessed it) limits on plaintiffs who want to sue for personal injuries.
Generally speaking, it’s a good idea to turn to your lawyer for advice if you’re trying to decide whether you should accept a settlement offer.
Medical records should clearly highlight the severity of your injuries, as well as the cost of treatment.
Economic damages are the losses that the victim can show were part of necessary medical treatment for their injuries, as well as time away from work.
As far as the trucking company is concerned, it can be accused of breach of duty if, for instance, it turns out they did not replace the truck’s tires to cut costs.
If you suffered severe injuries or are simply looking to be compensated for the inconvenience the truck accident has caused you, hiring a lawyer is a good idea.
Your psychological damages may also be taken into account, allowing you to multiply your economic losses by a certain number.
It’s true that whiplash may simply heal with a few days or weeks of rest. But here’s the thing: what if you can’t afford to take time off work?
If you say that a settlement offer is too small, you better be prepared to back that up with facts and evidence.