GULF COAST Law blog

The trucking industry plays a crucial role in the transportation of goods across the country, so ensuring the safety and efficiency of this industry is incredibly important. In response to this need, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) was established with truck safety and truck accident prevention as a core objective.

No one wants to be involved in a car accident, but if you are hit by a truck whose tire has blown out, there are certain steps you need to take to protect your rights and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve from the trucking company’s insurance or the responsible party.

Being involved in an accident with a truck in Gulfport is an incredibly frightening situation, as the sheer weight and size of the vehicle can cause significantly more severe injuries than a small car or even an SUV. If you believe that the driver who caused your accident was driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, it’s understandable that this might also cause you a lot of anger.

If you are in a truck accident and believe someone else is responsible, you may be entitled to collect compensation from them or their insurance company. A truck accident lawsuit can give you full compensation for your medical bills, lost wages or earnings, pain and suffering caused by the accident, and future medical expenses and future lost wages.

If you are injured in a delivery truck accident, it can sometimes be difficult to prove liability. The driver of the truck may try to claim that they were not at fault, or that you were partially responsible for the accident.