How truck accident cases can STUMP inexperienced attorneys

Tractor trailer, 18-wheeler, semi truck, large truck – whatever words you want to use to describe a big truck, it is a fact that accidents involving one of these huge vehicles are different than run-of-the-mill automobile accidents. If you or someone you know has been seriously hurt in a tractor trailer accident, you might be looking for legal representation – which is a good thing if you want to get fair compensation.

However, make sure you don’t hire the first attorney you find who gives you a good feeling. It is very important that you really check out the person you are hiring to represent your interests after a serious 18-wheeler accident. Why? There are many reasons, but one important one is that truck crashes are just not like “regular” auto accidents and the complexity can really throw off an inexperienced attorney.

What is it that makes truck accidents so unique? Consider just three reasons (and trust us, there are many more):

1. Trucking companies have their own investigators. That’s right, after a serious crash with an 18-wheeler the accident scene may be quickly visited by a team of investigators. What are they looking for? Any evidence that can be used to protect the trucking company. You see, companies know that lawsuits after a big crash can cost serious money, so they will do whatever it takes to protect themselves.
2. Trucking companies have their own attorneys. Just as important as having their own team of investigators, truck companies retain law firms to protect them from expensive lawsuits. These lawyers are very experienced in defending their clients and know how to make sure that you receive as little compensation as possible – if anything at all. An attorney who is not familiar with the tactics used by these skilled legal teams can quickly lose your case.
3. There are many state and federal regulations for trucking companies and their drivers. There are a huge number of laws and regulations, at both the state and federal levels, covering what trucking companies and their drivers may or may not do when operating a tractor trailer. It is very important that any lawyer you hire understand these laws, because a thorough investigation of your case cannot be done without this knowledge.

We can’t say it enough – trucking companies are willing to put serious money and effort into fighting your accident case. Don’t become another poorly defended victim for them to push over with their arsenal of scare tactics and tricks. Trust your case to a law firm that has gone head-to-head with trucking companies and their insurance agents after a serious crash – and won.

Please contact the Houston based office of Vujasinovic & Beckcom today to find out how we can put our experience and knowledge to work in your tractor trailer accident case.

Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C

1001 Texas Avenue, Suite 1020

Houston, TX 77002

Phone: 713.224.7800

Fax: 713.224.7801