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Enterprise Truck Accidents
Enterprise Truck Accidents
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Enterprise Trucks refers to a type of commercial truck that is part of the fleet operated by Enterprise Truck Rental. This company provides rental services for commercial trucks to businesses and individuals across the United States. They are known for the wide range of options, including various sizes and types of trucks to accommodate different transportation needs.
Like any vehicle on the road, Enterprise Trucks can be involved in accidents which can range from minor fender benders to very serious. These accidents can result in serious injuries, medical expenses, and emotional trauma. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with an Enterprise Truck, it is crucial to understand your rights and seek legal representation from an experienced lawyer from VanDerGinst Law to ensure you receive fair compensation.
Reasons Enterprise Truck Accidents Occur
Enterprise Truck crashes can be caused by the negligence of the driver, the company who owns the vehicle or other parties. Some factors that play a role in these accidents can include distracted driving, intoxication, inadequate training, improper vehicle maintenance, failure to follow traffic laws, or adverse weather conditions.
There is one major factor that poses a major risk in Enterprise Truck accidents. These vehicles are larger than passenger vehicles and are being driven by drivers with little to no experience operating vehicles of this size and weight. They often do not take into account the additional time and distance needed for brining these vehicles to a stop or the additional space needed to properly maneuver these types of vehicles.
Who is Liable to Compensate Victims of Enterprise Truck Accidents
If you were injured in an accident with an Enterprise Truck, there may be several parties who may be liable. Both the driver and the company who own the vehicle may bear some responsibility for compensating an injured party. However, this is dependent on the circumstances of each case so contacting one of our experienced Enterprise Truck accident lawyers at VanDerGinst Law is the best course of action. Their expertise in this type of case will ensure all liable parties are held responsible.
Investigating an Enterprise Truck Accident
Because there are many possible causes for Enterprise Truck accidents and multiple potential parties bearing some responsibility, a proper investigation must be done as soon as possible. Importance evidence in proving negligence could include:
- Witness contact information
- Photos and/or videos from the scene of the accident
- Cell phone records
- Service records on the vehicle
Accidents such as these can be complicated. At VanDerGinst Law we will send a spoliation to potential liable parties immediately to prevent the manipulation of any evidence that could prove negligence.
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How to Protect Your Rights After an Enterprise Truck Accident
If you do not need immediate medical attention and it is safe to do so, you may
- Document the scene of the accident with photos and/or videos
- Gather contact information for witnesses
Otherwise, the best things you can do to protect yourself is
- Treat your injuries. Get the necessary care to treat injuries caused in the accident. Be sure to keep a list of all the medical care providers so that records can be ordered.
- Memorialize your recovery. Keep a journal to outline how your life is adversely impacted by your injuries. Take photos and videos to show your recovery efforts and the impact on your life.
- Contact VanDerGinst Law. We will ensure your case is properly documented so you can receive the maximum compensation available for your case.
Bringing a Claim for Injuries Caused by an Enterprise Truck Accident
Once fault has been established, the party injured by an Enterprise Truck is entitled to be compensated. The forms of financial relief which may be available include (but are not limited to):
- Medical bills
- Past and future lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Disability (failure to enjoy a normal life)
- Wrongful death (if there is a loss of life)
- Scarring
- Emotional distress/mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
- Property damage
- Out of pocket expenses
How Much Compensation Should You Get for Your Injuries?
Any attorney who would attempt to give you the true value of your claim without a detailed analysis is either incompetent or untrustworthy.
Valuing a claim involves answering the following questions:
- Are your injuries severe or permanent?
- What are the nature of your injuries?
- What type of treatment did your injuries require?
- What was the length of your care and treatment?
- Are you still receiving treatment? If so, for how long do you expect to continue treating?
- What was the cost of your care and treatment? What do you expect the cost of future care to be?
- Did you have to miss any work due to your injuries?
- Did you lose any wages? If so, how much income have you lost?
- Are you expected to lose further income? If so, for how long?
- Do you experience pain and suffering related to your injuries? If so, how would you rate the pain on a scale of 1 to 10 and how has the pain evolved over the course of time?
- Did you require specialized medical equipment, such as a wheelchair or ramp after your injury?
- Did the accident leave you disfigured or scarred in any way?
- Did you sustain any temporary or permanent disability? If so, what were they?
These are just a few questions to assist in determining a fair compensation amount in an Enterprise Truck accident case. A consultation with VanDerGinst Law can help you obtain a better understanding regarding compensation available to you.
Wrongful Death Actions
If your loved one died as a result of injuries sustained in an accident with an Enterprise Truck, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim on their behalf. Typically, close family members, such as spouses, children, parents, and siblings may pursue a wrongful death action. The compensation you receive will never replace the loss of your loved one, but it will allow you to be compensated for medical bills, funeral expenses, lost financial support, and compensation for your grief and emotional distress.
Contact an Enterprise Truck Accident Lawyer Today
A collision with an Enterprise Truck can leave you injured, with high medical bills, the inability to work, and pain and suffering. VanDerGinst law can help you get the compensation you need and deserve. Call today 800-960-8529 or click here.`
The Importance of Legal Representation
If you are injured in a truck accident, you deserve fair and just compensation. Though money won’t take away your pain, it can help you get the care you need, or assist family for any loss they suffer due to the accident victim’s injuries or death.
Truck accidents are complex and may involve multiple parties subject to different rules and regulations. An experienced personal injury attorney can fight for your rights and make sure that all parties are held responsible. If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident involving a drunk driver or a driver under the influence of drug, the truck accident lawyers of VanDerGinst Law can help. Call 800-960-8529 or click here for a FREE, no obligation consultation.
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