The Tulsa truck accident attorneys of the Cain Law provide top-notch representation to those who’ve been hurt by the negligence of truck drivers, trucking companies, or other entities involved in the trucking industry. Truck accident claims are much more complicated than those regarding regular car accidents, so make sure to choose an attorney with the right skills, resources, and experience to help you with your case.
Truck accidents are an all-too-frequent occurrence on the roads and highways throughout our state. According to the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, there were 576 large truck accidents in Tulsa County in one recent year. 174 (30 percent) of those accidents resulted in possible, minor, or serious injuries. 7 were fatal accidents.
At Cain Law, our team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you’ve been hurt, our Tulsa personal injury lawyers will be ready to help. We provide a thorough, no-risk consultation free of charge to discuss your rights and options for pursuing financial compensation. Contact us today to learn more during your free initial consultation.
How Cain Law Can Help After a Truck Accident in Tulsa
A truck accident injury claim is not just another car accident case. Claiming compensation for a Tulsa truck wreck can be significantly more complicated due to extensive injuries, expensive claims, multiple liable parties, and state and federal trucking laws.
A dedicated attorney can help you navigate every stage of your truck accident case by:
- Explaining your legal rights and the trucking laws that apply to your claim
- Conducting an independent investigation into the truck accident to uncover crucial evidence and determine who was at fault
- Working with expert witnesses, such as accident reconstruction specialists and medical professionals, who can provide valuable supporting testimony
- Communicating with trucking industry representatives and other attorneys on your behalf
- Negotiating aggressively to demand full and fair compensation for your losses
- Taking your case to trial and representing you in court, if the trucking insurance company refuses to agree to a reasonable settlement
“It’s been a difficult battle, but Drew Schwartz of Cain Law has won it. Drew and his associates have done a great job handling our case. They have earned a 5-Star review. I am so grateful for Drew’s hard work and determination. If anyone ever needs an injury lawyer, this is the go-to firm!” – Dail L.
Case Studies
At Cain Law, we have successfully handled truck accident cases for many clients throughout Tulsa and surrounding areas in Oklahoma. Favorable results from some of our featured truck accident cases include:
- A $3,500,000 wrongful death settlement for surviving loved ones of a semi-truck accident fatality victim
- $1,700,000 for a minor client who suffered a minor traumatic brain injury in a semi-truck accident
- A $1,350,000 settlement for a semi-truck accident that left our client with soft tissue injuries and a traumatic brain injury
- A $1,000,000 settlement for a semi-truck and car accident that left our client with severe injuries that required back and neck surgery
- A $650,000 settlement for a semi-truck and auto wreck resulting in back and neck surgery for our client
- $525,000 for a client involved in a semi-truck crash who suffered a knee injury requiring surgery
- A $550,000 settlement for a semi-collision that left our client in need of costly back surgery
- A $375,000 settlement for a truck and car accident involving injuries that required back surgery
- A $350,000 settlement for a semi-truck and city bus accident involving injuries that required neck surgery
- A $175,000 settlement for a collision between a cement mixer truck and a motorcycle that left our client with ankle, neck, back, and shoulder injuries
- A $100,000 settlement for a truck accident that resulted in serious injuries
How Do You File a Semi-Truck Accident Lawsuit in Tulsa?
The vast majority of Tulsa semi-truck accident claims end in settlements without ever seeing the inside of a courtroom. However, in some cases, trucking insurance companies flatly refuse to pay what they owe, leaving victims with no option but to file lawsuits in civil court.
The process of filing a lawsuit in Tulsa involves several vital steps, and it’s nearly always best to work with a trusted attorney. A lawyer can help you:
- File your initial complaint with the court and serve a copy of the complaint to the defendants
- Gather information and evidence for the “discovery” phase of the trial
- Continue mediations or negotiations to resolve the case out of court
- File motions asking for summary judgment or other relief
- Present your case to a judge or jury during a trial
What Damages Are Recoverable in Tulsa Truck Accidents?
“Damages” is a legal term that refers to the compensation you could be entitled to for any losses you sustained in the truck accident. Depending on the nature of the accident and the injuries you suffered as a result, you could receive money for:
- Reasonable and necessary medical expenses for the treatment of your accident-related injuries, including for medical expenses you have already incurred and likely will incur in the future
- Incidental costs you incur due to your accidental injuries, such as costs of traveling to and from medical appointments
- Repair or replacement costs for vehicle damage caused by the wreck
- Lost wages and lost future earning potential from missed time at work
- Pain, suffering, and losses in quality of life from your accident-related injuries
How Long Does It Take to Get Compensation?
Under Oklahoma’s statute of limitations, you have just two years from the date of the truck accident to file a lawsuit. If you fail to file before this two-year deadline expires, your case will likely be dismissed, and you will lose your right to demand compensation for your losses.
Regardless of when you file your claim, several factors can increase the amount of time it takes to resolve your case, including:
- How long your injuries take to heal – In most cases, your truck accident lawyer will not recommend you settle your case until you have reached maximum medical improvement so you know the full effect the accident had on your life.
- The extent and nature of your losses – More extensive losses mean a more expensive claim, which the insurance company is more likely to fight against to protect its bottom line.
- Multiple parties liable for the accident – If multiple parties are responsible, you might need to identify them all and file multiple claims to recover the full amount of compensation you’re entitled to.
FAQs
Who can be held liable for a truck accident in Tulsa?
Various parties can be liable for a truck accident in Tulsa. Cain Law helped change the law in Oklahoma to allow direct negligence claims against the semi-company for negligent hiring and promoting a poor safety culture. Our experienced legal and investigative team can carefully review your case to determine all plausible claims against the following:
- The truck driver
- The trucking company
- The truck owner, if different from the above
- Mechanics who made negligent repairs
- Truck or part manufacturers in defective auto parts cases
What evidence is important in a Tulsa semi-truck accident case?
Commercial trucks record valuable evidence that can impact your personal injury claim. They store this information in event data recorders, which are similar to the black boxes that record flight data in commercial airplanes. This is why it is critical to work with an experienced legal team like Cain Law that has its own rapid-response investigative team. We can work quickly to preserve this evidence before it is lost, destroyed, or overwritten. Other valuable evidence in Oklahoma truck accident cases may include:
- The commercial truck and its contents
- Your vehicle and reports from the collision center
- Auto parts
- Video footage from onboard cameras
- Traffic camera or dashcam footage
- Debris on the roadway
- Accident scene photos
- Police reports and traffic citations
- Witness statements
- Reports from accident reconstruction experts
- Personnel records and hiring documents
Should I talk to the trucking company’s insurance adjuster?
When you hire Cain Law, we can handle all communications with the insurance company. Cain Law is a local Oklahoma law firm. We have extensive knowledge of Oklahoma law and insurance claim processes in the state, so we can level the playing field so that the insurance company doesn’t take advantage of you. We have successfully secured over $250 million for Oklahoma clients by fighting back against insurance companies that wanted to wrongfully deny or minimize our clients’ awards.
What if I was partly at fault for the truck accident?
It is important to keep in mind that trucking companies are involved in interstate commerce and federal regulations govern various aspects of their operations. They have stricter rules that they must comply with, compared to the average driver. Issues could have been involved in your case that you might not even be aware of, such as fatigued driving or mechanical failures. So, you shouldn’t assume that you were partially at fault. And, even if you were, Oklahoma’s modified comparative negligence system allows you to seek compensation in an accident in which you were partially at fault, as long as you were not more at fault than the defendant(s).
Contact a Tulsa Truck Accident Lawyer for Your Case
If you were injured in a truck accident in Tulsa, reach out to the experienced 18-wheeler accident lawyers at Cain Law for the skilled representation you need and deserve. Contact us today to get started with your free initial consultation and discuss the details of your situation with a knowledgeable Tulsa truck accident attorney.