From Collision to Compensation: OKC's Truck Accident Guide

After a truck accident that was a semi-driver’s fault, you need an experienced Oklahoma City truck accident attorney. At Cain Law, we understand complex truck accident cases and helped change the law in Oklahoma to allow parties injured by semi companies hiring unsafe drivers to make a direct claim against the company for negligent hiring and poor company safety culture. We are here to guide you from collision to compensation. With over $100 million won, we always pursue maximum compensation for our OKC clients. Our fearless, relentless, and dedicated truck accident lawyers are available 24/7. Contact us today for a free initial consultation whenever and wherever is most convenient for you. We can discuss your truck accident case in a confidential setting and explain how we can help.

Accident Report

You must always call the police after a tractor-trailer crash. Here’s why:

  • Police officers are objective observers who document the scene, making an official accident report part of the crucial evidence in your truck accident claim.
  • Police officers obtain statements from all drivers, preventing the at-fault driver from changing their story about how the crash occurred.
  • Accident reports contain the names of truck accident victims, the trucking company, the truck driver, the conditions of the vehicles, witness statements, and the officer’s assessment of how the accident occurred.
  • Police reports also include any citations or arrests of the involved parties, which helps establish liability.

Seeking Medical Care

Seek medical attention immediately after the accident, even if you feel your injury is minor. Accept help from emergency personnel and go to the nearest emergency room for treatment. Always prioritize your health after an Oklahoma City truck crash. Some injuries may not show symptoms immediately but can become severe injuries or even fatal without medical attention. Prompt medical care ensures your well-being and creates a medical record linking your injuries directly to the accident.

Keep all medical records for your personal injury claim, as they can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Also, keep your medical bills, as they can help you establish your claim for damages. Keep notes of your future treatment, pain, symptoms, and how the injuries affect your daily life.

Free Consultation with an Experienced OKC Truck Accident Attorney

Cain Law handles truck accident cases involving everything from Amazon delivery vans to 18-wheeler tractor-trailers. Contact our experienced truck accident attorneys for a free initial consultation as early as possible to prevent the destruction of crucial evidence. Our mission is to protect your rights and seek full and fair compensation so you can recover and move forward with your life.

During this consultation, our attorneys review the details of your accident, evaluate the strength of your legal claim, and provide clear, honest insight into your legal options. You owe us nothing unless we win your case.

The last thing you need after a serious big rig accident is to deal with insurance companies and legal matters. Our truck accident lawyers can assist you in many ways, such as:

  • Help You Get Medical Care – We can connect you with top medical professionals for your treatment.
  • Review Trucking Laws – We review state and federal regulations to determine whether the other party violated the law. The trucking industry is heavily regulated. If the trucking company violated these laws or failed to follow safety measures, this information can strengthen your claim.
  • Investigate the Accident Scene – We have a rapid response team trained to gather all relevant evidence from the scene of the truck wreck, including photos, videos, and witness statements, to determine all liable parties. This evidence helps to prove fault and identify the cause of the accident, which might be driver error, distracted driving, speeding, fatigued driving, vehicle malfunction, or other reasons.
  • Gather and Preserve Crucial Evidence – Our truck accident lawyers and legal team have extensive experience obtaining black box data, the driver’s on-duty hours, the semi driver’s and company’s safety records, truck maintenance records, toxicology reports, cell phone records, and other valuable evidence in truck accident claims.
  • Negotiate with Insurance Companies – We handle all communications with insurers to fight for the fair settlement you deserve.
  • Insurance claims can be frustrating, but our dedicated team can manage them for you.
  • Represent You in Court – If necessary, our skilled attorneys can file a lawsuit and take your case to trial to pursue compensation on your behalf.

We know there are many personal injury firms to choose from, but there are many reasons why so many injured people turn to us. Here are just a few:

  • Extensive knowledge of federal and state trucking laws
  • We helped change the law in Oklahoma to allow direct negligence claims against the semi-company
  • Over $100 million won for Oklahoma clients
  • We have a team of nationally and internationally recognized experts
  • Available 24/7 to take your call
  • No fees unless we recover compensation for you
  • Free initial consultation
  • Immediate legal assistance
  • Home or hospital visits if you can’t come to us

Involving an attorney early on ensures the preservation of critical evidence and protects you from unscrupulous parties. It is important to know that federal rules overseeing commercial motor carriers only require semi-company owners to preserve evidence for a short time following a crash. Cain Law’s rapid-response team can immediately launch an in-depth investigation into your accident. Early involvement also allows us to manage interactions with insurance companies from the beginning, preventing any tactics they might use to minimize your claim.

Evidence Gathering

Gathering evidence is crucial to building a solid truck accident lawsuit. Multiple parties may be responsible for trucking accidents, including truck drivers, trucking companies, maintenance companies, brokers, shippers, and cargo loading companies. Your attorney can collect strong evidence to support your accident claim, including:

  • Police Report – The official report filed by law enforcement officers following the accident is a foundational document that includes key details and statements about the scene.
  • Eyewitness Testimony – Accounts from other motorists who witnessed the accident serve as crucial testimony, providing first-hand insight into the collision’s circumstances.
  • Photographs – Detailed photographs capturing the damage sustained by your vehicle and the semi-truck involved offer visual documentation essential for assessing the extent of the impact.
  • Dashcam Footage – Whether from your vehicle or someone else’s, dashcam recordings provide valuable real-time evidence of the accident’s events.
  • Security Camera Footage – Surveillance footage from adjacent businesses can offer additional perspectives and angles, potentially corroborating your account of the incident.
  • Black Box Data – Information on truck speed, brake usage, and driver activity is essential for proving fault.
  • Safety Records – Records regarding the semi driver’s safety record, the maintenance records of the semi involved in the crash, and the semi-company’s safety record can reveal systemic issues.
  • Medical Records – Documenting your injuries illustrates the physical toll of the accident and provides a precise record of your medical treatment, medical expenses, and prognosis.

The rapid-response team at Cain Law promptly investigates semi-truck accidents. We gather vital evidence and ensure nothing is overlooked, strengthening your truck accident claim from the very beginning. Our team can visit the accident site immediately. Our swift action can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.

Today’s commercial trucks are equipped with Event Data Recorders (EDRs), or black boxes, which record important data such as speed, brake usage, and driver actions before and during a crash. This information can be pivotal in proving fault and securing the full compensation you deserve. Our team knows how to retrieve and interpret this data, which can provide a clear picture of what happened during the accident and who is responsible.

Negotiations with the Insurance Company

Negotiating with insurance companies can be challenging. Our experienced truck accident attorneys handle these negotiations and fight to get you the full compensation you deserve. Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts, but we know their tactics and how to effectively counter them.

Depending on the circumstances of your accident, we’ll seek damages for:

  • Current and future medical costs
  • Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
  • Property damage
  • Pain and suffering
  • Permanent disability

Let us handle your legal claim while you focus on your recovery.

Contact an Experienced Truck Accident Lawyer for Help with Your Case

If you or a loved one was hurt in a semi-truck collision in the Oklahoma City area, contact Cain Law today. We are experienced truck accident attorneys who help injured people throughout Oklahoma City. You pay nothing unless we win your case. Call today for your free initial consultation, and together, we’ll fight for the justice, compensation, and accountability you deserve following a truck accident.