West Carrollton is in a busy metro area just off I-75. Large 18-wheelers and other commercial trucks travel frequently along the highway, often exiting onto E. Central Avenue to drop off their wares. If you have been hurt in an accident with a commercial truck, our West Carrollton truck accident lawyers are experienced in working with Ohio’s laws to help protect your rights.
We are here to listen to your story, tell you if we think you have a case, and explain your legal options. Our West Carrollton personal injury lawyers draw on more than 30 years of experience fighting for justice on behalf of injured Ohioans to build a strong compensation case. Your future is important to us. If we handle your case, we will work to achieve the best outcome possible for you and your family. Contact The Fitch Law Firm LLC today to receive your free initial consultation.
We Have Obtained Some of the Highest Personal Injury Verdicts in Ohio History
Our attorneys and staff are dedicated to protecting your rights. Although the potential outcome of your case depends on factors unique to the incident in which you were injured, our case results speak to our skill level when handling personal injury cases:
- $134 million jury verdict for sexual abuse
- $6 million judgment for a swimming pool accident
- $5 million truck accident, wrongful death
- $5 million construction accident, wrongful death
- $4.225 million truck accident
- $1.15 million truck accident, traumatic brain injury
We offer compassionate service to clients in both English and Spanish, and we are available 24/7 should you need us. When your accident injuries prevent you from coming to us, we travel to you. As a client of The Fitch Law Firm LLC, you are our priority.
We invite you to arrange your free case consultation today. Should our lawyers take on your case, we charge no attorney fees upfront. Instead, we provide legal representation on a contingency fee basis, collecting our fees only when we win. If we don’t win, you won’t pay.
How Our West Carrollton Truck Accident Attorneys Build Your Compensation Claim
If the truck wreck in which you were injured was the fault of another, you may have the right to pursue compensation for your losses. Our legal team will help you identify all of the damages you suffered and file a claim for compensation with the liable party’s insurance company. We will then negotiate with the insurers for the compensation you deserve. The types of losses truck accident victims experience vary but generally include:
- Damage to your vehicle and any items you had with you at the time of the crash
- Wages lost during the time you take off to recover
- Reduction of income should your injuries alter your ability to work regular hours or at the same pay level
- Future earnings and benefits lost if the severity of your injuries prevents your return to work
- Past, current, and future costs of medical care, treatment, surgery, aftercare, prescriptions, rehabilitation, or therapy
- Costs for at-home or long-term care
- Transportation to and from medical appointments
- Adaptation of your home and vehicle to meet your post-accident needs
- Out-of-pocket costs, including help with childcare or daily chores
- Physical pain and suffering felt at the time of your injury and, sometimes, for months or years after
- Mental anguish, depression, or anxiety associated with a traumatic event like a truck accident
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of or change in relationships due to the accident’s physical and psychological toll
Meet with one of our West Carrollton truck accident attorneys to discuss your accident-related losses.
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Identifying the Liable Parties in a Truck Accident in West Carrollton, Ohio
Accidents involving commercial trucks tend to make the pursuit of compensation more complicated than it is when two passenger cars collide. This is due to the potentially larger pool of liable parties in a truck crash. For instance, any or several of the following may ultimately be responsible for your financial losses:
- The truck driver
- The truck owner
- The freight company
- The trucking company
- The maintenance company
- The truck inspectors
- The truck or truck parts manufacturers
If the trucking company did not properly train the driver, the driver stayed on the road longer than they should without resting, and the cargo shifted during transit due to poor loading, who is ultimately responsible for your losses? The answer may be multiple entities are liable for damages. Our attorneys will investigate the crash to determine fault and financial responsibility.
Frequent Types of Truck Accidents and Their Causes
An out-of-control commercial truck can cause catastrophic injuries to those in its path. Dangerous types of accidents may include but are not limited to:
- Rollovers due to sharp turns or loose cargo.
- Jackknifes from improper braking or speeding on poor road conditions.
- Underrides when a truck turns in front of a smaller vehicle, trapping it beneath the truck.
- Blind spot collisions when the driver cannot see smaller vehicles nearby.
Meeting The Statute of Limitations to File a Truck Accident Claim in Ohio
Most personal injury compensation claims are settled through negotiations with insurers. However, there are cases where the insurance provider may deny a claim or limit compensation, and the only recourse is to file a personal injury lawsuit seeking a compensation verdict or judgment through the courts.
Ohio generally gives you two years from the accident to begin legal action, according to Ohio Revised Code Section 2305.10. This is the general rule, there may be exceptions. If you fail to meet the deadline, you may not be allowed to file, and you may lose any chance to recover compensation for your losses.
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Contact Our West Carrollton Truck Accident Lawyers for Legal Guidance Today
If you or a loved one were injured in a trucking accident, the West Carrollton truck accident lawyers from The Fitch Law Firm LLC will help guide you through the legal process as you pursue financial compensation for your severe injuries, medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Contact us to set a time for us to meet.