Filing an Oklahoma City Truck Accident Claim

The prospect of going up against a major trucking company in court, or even of pushing for a fair settlement offer from a trucking company’s insurance provider, can be understandably intimidating. However, the more you know in advance about how the truck accident claim process works, the better prepared you will be to proactively and effectively enforce your right to civil recovery.

Having the assistance of a knowledgeable truck accident attorney like the one on our team at The Law Firm for Truck Safety can significantly improve your chances of achieving a favorable outcome from your legal proceedings. In the meantime, here is a basic overview of what goes into filing an Oklahoma City truck accident claim, each aspect of which we can explain in more detail during an initial consultation.

Who Can Be Named as a Defendant in a Truck Crash Lawsuit?

The first step in taking legal action after a truck crash in Oklahoma City is determining who you will file the claim against for civil compensation. This can be a more complicated matter than you might expect. Naturally, a truck driver who violates a traffic law or otherwise acts irresponsibly behind the wheel could be held liable for any traffic accident they cause through their misconduct. The truck company may be independently negligent for negligently entrusting a vehicle to the driver. And you may have a claim against mechanic shops if there was mechanical difficulty or brokers or shippers if they negligently contracted with the truck company.

Where To Formally File Suit

The attorneys at The Law Firm for Truck safety will simultaneously work on settling your claim, while filing a lawsuit to help you recover the maximum compensation. Each of Oklahoma’s 77 counties has its own district court that hears civil lawsuits seeking more than $10,000 in damagesIn a civil lawsuit, money designed to compensate an injured person. This includes economic damages (measurable financial loss like medical expenses) and non-economic damages (categories like pain and suffering or loss of love.), and the Oklahoma County District Court would be the one where you would likely need to file your claim. Joe Ervin, managing partner of The Law Firm for Truck Safety in Oklahoma has handled cases in 64 of Oklahoma’s 77 counties.

Contact an Oklahoma City Attorney for Help Pursuing Your Truck Wreck Case

Because of the complex legal procedures and the amount of money often required to cover losses, truck crash lawsuits are best handled with professional legal support. That minimum coverage often does not come close to covering the full extent of medical expenses, lost income, and other damages.

At The Law Firm for Truck Safety, we dedicate our time and resources exclusively to truck accident litigation. Our team knows how to identify all liable parties, uncover hidden or overlooked sources of compensation, and build a strong case to pursue the maximum recovery you deserve. We help people like you recover fairly and holistically from the effects of trucking company negligence. Call today to discuss your options for filing an Oklahoma City truck accident claim.