Types of Compensation Available in 18 Wheeler Accident Claims

If you have been involved in an 18 wheeler accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and other damages. In this article, we'll discuss the types of compensation that may be available to you as an 18 wheeler accident victim.

Medical Expenses

Medical expenses are one of the most common types of compensation sought by 18 wheeler accident victims. This includes compensation for hospital bills, doctor's fees, prescription medications, physical therapy, and any other medical costs associated with your injury.

Lost Wages

If your injuries prevent you from working, you may be entitled to compensation for lost wages. This includes wages lost during your recovery period, as well as any future lost earnings if you are unable to return to work in the same capacity as before the accident.

Pain and Suffering

Pain and suffering compensation is intended to compensate you for the physical and emotional distress caused by your injuries. This includes compensation for physical pain, emotional suffering, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life.

Property Damage

If your vehicle or other property was damaged in the accident, you may be entitled to compensation for the cost of repairs or replacement.

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages are intended to punish the defendant for particularly egregious behavior, such as drunk driving or reckless driving. They are intended to deter the defendant and others from engaging in similar behavior in the future.

Wrongful Death Damages

If you have lost a loved one in an 18 wheeler accident, you may be entitled to compensation for their wrongful death. This includes compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and loss of companionship.

It's important to note that the types of compensation available to you will depend on the specific details of your case. For example, if the accident was caused by a driver who was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you may be entitled to punitive damages. Similarly, if the accident resulted in a permanent disability, you may be entitled to compensation for future medical expenses and lost wages.

If you have been involved in an 18 wheeler accident, it's important to speak with a personal injury lawyer to understand your legal rights and options for seeking compensation. A personal injury lawyer can help you determine the types of compensation that may be available to you and negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf to ensure that you receive fair compensation for your injuries and other damages.

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During your Initial Strategy Session, I will asist you in creating a strategy on how to best pursue your claim, whether it be the result of a Car Accident Claim, 18 Wheeler Injury, or, Alabama Workers' Compensation Claim. At your Initial Strategy Session, you will receive the following:

• First - I will listen to your story. You will have a chance to tell everything to someone who wants to hear what happened to you.
• Based on the information that you provide, I will give you my best advice on both what claims you have, and the next steps you should consider to proceed with your claim(s).
• If your claim is something that I think I can help you with, I will explain the services that I can provide for you, and what the next steps are that we should take. We will start working immediately.
• If your matter is something that I do not think I can help you with, then I will attempt to put you in contact with another lawyer that might be able to help you.
• Either way, what should happen is we will put to rest some of the unkowns that you may be experiencing. We will start to shed some light on what you can expect, and how to best pursue the benefits you deserve.

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