Sacramento Truck Accident Lawyers
If you or a loved one incurred injuries in a commercial vehicle accident, reach out to an experienced Sacramento truck accident lawyer to learn about your legal rights and the possibility of monetary recovery.
Who is Liable in a Sacramento Truck Accident?
Truck accident cases are unique because your claim can potentially name multiple defendants potentially liable for your injuries and sharing in the responsibility for your resulting damages.
Liable parties can include:
- The truck driver
- The driver’s employer/the trucking company
- The truck manufacturer
- Other drivers
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How Can You Prove Fault in a Truck Accident in Sacramento?
To prove a negligence claim in Sacramento, you have to establish five elements:
- The defendant had a duty to act a certain way.
- They breached that duty.
- Their breach was the cause of your injury.
- They should have foreseen that their breach could harm someone.
- You suffered actual damages.
Evidence to Support Your Claim
Your attorney will likely use medical records, medical bills, incurred medical expenses, police reports, and witness statements as evidence for your negligence claim. A Sacramento truck accident attorney can use the following types of evidence to support your claim:
- Medical records: Medical records are the most crucial piece of evidence to prove your injuries and resulting damages from the accident. These records show that your injuries were a direct result of the crash and not due to an underlying condition.
- Police reports: These reports include information about individuals or vehicles involved in the crash, details about road conditions or other contributing factors, injuries sustained by drivers and passengers, and names or statements of possible witnesses.
- Witness statements: Depending on when and where the accident happened, there may be one or more witnesses who were not involved in the crash that can provide another perspective on what happened.
- Photographs or video: These visual pieces of evidence include pictures of your injuries following the accident and photos of your vehicle or the truck involved in the accident.
A truck accident lawyer can help identify responsible parties, investigate case theories, and assist you in recovering the most amount of money possible for your claim.
Margot Cutter,
Partner of Cutter Law
How Much Compensation Can You Receive After a Truck Accident?
Compensation varies significantly on a case-by-case basis and usually depends on several factors, including:
- Your medical bills related to the accident
- The amount of any lost wages or employment benefits if you’re unable to work temporarily or permanently
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of activities you actively pursued and participated in before the accident
- Costs related to vehicle damage and repairs
California adheres to comparative negligence principles, meaning you can still receive compensation even if you are partially at fault for the truck accident.
What Can a Sacramento Truck Accident Lawyer Do for You?
A Sacramento truck accident lawyer can review the facts of your case and assess your damages. They will handle gathering evidence, including police reports and medical records, and communicate with your insurance company regarding your claims.
A truck accident lawyer handles essential aspects of your case that can be difficult to manage on your own, including:
- Determining which parties are likely to be liable
- Communicating and negotiating with parties or insurance companies
- Gathering evidence to support your claims
- Developing a strong legal strategy to help you get compensation for your damages
- Making sure to consider all applicable laws
- Providing you with legal advice regarding your claims and possible settlement
Dealing with Insurance Companies
It’s always a good idea to contact an attorney after a serious truck accident because you shouldn’t have to deal with the insurance companies alone.
Insurance companies often try to avoid paying damages claims, if possible. To do this, they might attempt to use your statement about the accident to argue that you were a contributing cause to the accident, thereby limiting your recovery amount they must pay eventually. They might also try to convince you to take a lower settlement offer than what you deserve to avoid paying more or risking getting an attorney involved.
A truck accident lawyer will communicate with insurance companies regarding damages claims, subrogation claims, or issues regarding fault and protect you from tactics the insurance company might use to avoid paying fair compensation.
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When Should You Contact a Sacramento Truck Accident Lawyer?
The sooner you contact an attorney, the sooner you may be able to receive compensation for your injuries.
Time Limit to File a Truck Accident Claim
Victims of truck accidents generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a claim. Courts can sometimes extend the deadline if the victim was a minor at the time of the accident, in which case the statute of limitations would start to run once the victim turns 18. An extension might also apply if you discover an injury later that you were not aware of at the time of the accident.
If you or someone you love fell victim to a truck accident in Sacramento, contact Cutter Law for a free case review.
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Start with a free consultation. We listen to what happened, how it’s affected your life, and what you need to move forward.
You’ll have a direct line to our attorneys. We keep communication open and ensure you always know what’s happening with your case.
From day one, we go all in—gathering evidence, negotiating with insurers, and preparing for trial if needed. You pay nothing unless we win compensation for you.
You have two years to file a lawsuit for personal injury related to a car accident. You have three years to file a claim for property damage from a car accident.
Taking the proper steps after a car accident will give you the best shot at recovering the maximum compensation in an insurance claim.
For significant injuries, most people should expect a car accident claim to settle in a year or two years.
As a family run California law firm we pride ourselves in providing every client personal attention and representation. The outstanding results we have gotten for our fire clients are a direct result of our commitment to understanding and presenting all aspects of their case.
Hear from our previous clients about the relationships we build together.
Margot Cutter is one of the best personal injury lawyers in the Sacramento, California area. She treats her clients with compassion, kindness, and like family. If you or someone you know needs the best 18-wheeler, truck, or car accident attorney in Sacramento, I highly recommend that you choose Cutter Law P.C.
Since I had never had a serious car accident, I was really intimidated at first on what the process was. So, I was asked what would be fair for my injuries — I felt comfortable with the lawyers; that they were looking out for my best interest.
Brooks has a long-established, respected reputation as a skilled trial attorney and a record of proven success.