Have you been hurt in a truck accident in Sartell, Brainerd, or somewhere in between? If so, you deserve experienced legal help to demand the compensation you need to rebuild your life. Contact the truck accident attorneys of Gabrielson Law Offices, LTD, and let us fight for your rights at no out-of-pocket cost to you.
Careless driving is among the leading causes of truck accidents in Sartell and Brainerd. Truck drivers may be to blame for:
Other common causes of truck accidents are improperly loaded and unbalanced cargo, and poor vehicle maintenance. Call a lawyer today if you think any of these things might have contributed to the accident that harmed you. One of our experienced truck accident attorneys in Sartell or Brainerd can determine whether you are entitled to compensation.
Accidents involving big rigs can result in catastrophic injuries because of the force 80,000 pounds of tractor-trailer can bring to bear on other vehicles in the crash. Eighteen-wheelers can be involved in any of these types of wrecks:
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the federal agency responsible for regulating commercial trucks. They have created regulations aimed at keeping truckers and other road users safe. A trucker, trucking company, or cargo loading company that violates these regulations could be liable for any injuries that result. The FMCSA’s regulations include:
A lawyer can request documentation from the trucking company to determine whether they ignored any of these regulations and if such violations contributed to the crash.
If someone else is responsible for the truck accident that injured you, that person could owe you compensation. First, you or a lawyer will need to identify all the potentially liable parties, which could include:
Next comes finding out if they are insured (like the truck driver would be) or if they self-insure (like many large trucking firms are). This matters because your first attempts to obtain money will likely come from filing insurance claims or making demands to any self-insured parties.
Any demands that you make to these parties should take into account all the financial and personal losses you’ve suffered as a result of your injuries. You may be entitled to money for:
A skilled Minnesota truck accident attorney will know how to assess the value of your personal losses, like pain and suffering, as well as your financial losses, like lost wages and medical expenses. The trucking companies and insurers will have teams of attorneys to represent them. You should have an attorney, too.
Minnesota law allows injured people six years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit against the party that injured them. Six years may sound like a long time, but when you consider that you’re healing from significant injuries, you may be out of work while you’re healing, and you have other things to think about than lawsuit deadlines, your best option is to hire an attorney. They can take over your case and handle all the legal details.
If you file suit after the six-year deadline has passed, the court can dismiss your case without hearing it. That is too big a risk to take when your injuries are severe, and your expenses are high. Get help right away from a law firm that handles truck accident cases often. They’ll worry about the deadline on your behalf.
When you hire an attorney from our law firm, you’re getting more than just a lawyer. You’re also getting help from someone who has been a Minnesotan all their lives. They know what it means to live and work here, and they know the ins and outs of practicing law in Minnesota’s court system. Our founder, Attorney Stephen D. Gabrielson, has tried a tremendous number of cases for injury victims in the last 20 years. In fact, we believe no other lawyer has tried as many.
These are some of the things we’re prepared to do to help you with your case:
In addition, we work on a contingency fee basis. That means you don’t pay anything up front, so you can afford legal representation no matter how much or how little money you have right now. You’ll owe us no attorneys’ fees unless we get compensation for you.
Severe injuries from a truck accident can bring your life as you know it to an immediate halt. When someone else caused the accident, you shouldn’t try to handle your case on your own. Turn to the experienced truck accident lawyers of Gabrielson Law Offices, LTD, today. Our law firm offers a free initial consultation so you can discuss your claim with one of our lawyers and learn what your options are.
Then, you can leave your worries with us, and we’ll take care of everything. You can call us or contact us online to set up your initial meeting. We look forward to hearing from you.
Located in Sartell and Brainerd, MN, Gabrielson Law Offices, LTD specializes in motor vehicle accidents and product liability. Experience. Compassion. Proven success. Free telephone or in-person consultations. Call today.
