Truck Accident Lawyer in Overland Park
At GroverLawKC, truck accident lawyer Mark Grover is dedicated to helping those who have been injured in truck accidents in Missouri and Kansas. Getting hit by a truck, semi, or 18-wheeler is much more dangerous than other vehicles. When fully loaded, these massive trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds.
By comparison, an average car weighs around 4,000 pounds. This considerable difference in size and weight means a truck can cause devastating damage to other vehicles and crippling injuries to people inside them.
We hope that you are never involved in a truck accident. Still, if you are, you must protect your physical well-being and financial future by talking with an experienced truck accident lawyer. We proudly serve the entire Kansas City area, including, but not limited to, Overland Park, Prairie Village, Independence, Shawnee, Liberty, Olathe, Lee’s Summit, Kansas City, and beyond.
Causes of Truck Accidents
Many factors could cause a truck to hit another vehicle. These factors include driving under the influence, fatigued driving, improperly loaded trucks, speeding, weather, insufficient maintenance, tire problems, manufacturing defects, and worn brakes. Trucks, semis, and 18-wheelers also have huge blind spots and take longer to stop than other vehicles.
Frequent Causes of Truck Accidents
- Driving Under The Influence
- Fatigued Driving
- Improperly Loaded Trucks
- Speeding
- Weather
- Bad Maintenance
- Tire Problems
- Manufacturing Defects
- Worn Brakes
What to Do After a Truck Accident
If your car is struck by a truck, semi, or 18-wheeler, you should call 911 immediately to report the accident and ask for the police and medical services. Even if you and your passengers do not appear to be injured, it is essential to be examined by medical personnel because many injuries are not noticeable at first.
- Call 911
- Report the accident & ask for the police and medical services
- Seek Medical Attention
- Talk to a truck accident lawyer at the GroverLawKC
It is also essential for the police to document the details of the accident so they are on the record and can be used to obtain compensation later. If you can, take some photos of the scene with your phones, such as your vehicle damages, the truck, tire marks, and anything else you believe will help you get compensation. If you are in the middle of a road, get yourself and any passengers out of traffic to a safe place to wait for emergency services. If witnesses are present, you should speak to them about what they saw and obtain their contact information.
It is best not to speak to the truck driver, but if you do, do not apologize or say anything that could suggest you are at fault or the truck driver is not at fault. The truck driver and the trucking company can and will use anything you say against you to avoid paying you. If you are approached by the trucking company or their insurance company for a statement or to sign any documents, do not do it, no matter what they say. You want to talk to a truck accident lawyer first.
It is crucial not to seek compensation on your own. The legal process for getting compensation is long and complicated. Trucking companies will deny responsibility, and their lawyers will use any legal technicalities to deny you your money or pay you an amount that is way below what you are owed. It can also be hard to figure out who to get compensation from. Different parties can be responsible because many factors can cause truck accidents, including the truck driver, the trucking company, truck manufacturers, and mechanics. As an experienced truck accident lawyer, Mark Grover will help you navigate these roadblocks to get the money you deserve.
If you are in a truck accident, you should call Mark as soon as possible. As time passes, evidence can disappear, and witnesses can forget important details. With many years of litigation experience, Mark will look into your case and evaluate the claims you can make and your chances of winning them. He will also gather evidence on the accident, determine who is responsible, and contact them to get you your money. After a long career in the corporate world, Mark knows how to fight and win against big corporations through negotiations and litigation. Schedule a free consultation with us today by calling 913-432-1000.
Frequently Asked Questions
Based on many factors like types of cases, lawyer experience, and fee structure influence the cost of hiring a lawyer in Kansas City. You generally pay GroverLawKC $0 upfront legal fees. Fees are only collected if compensation has been recovered.
Yes, If you were partially at fault for an accident, even so, you can often recover compensation, but in Laws like “comparative negligence” rules, based on your percentage of fault, you receive your compensation. The top personal injury lawyer at GroverLawKC can help in your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.
GroverLawKC and our personal injury lawyers can file a lawsuit to recover losses for damages resulting from the accident. The process for filing a claim includes seeking medical treatment, filing an accident report, gathering evidence, and filing a claim with the insurance company as well as in court.
