Every year, people all across the state of Alabama fall victim to severe accidents involving commercial trucks. These accidents can cause serious physical injuries that range from broken bones to spinal injuries. However, it's not just the physical injuries that victims have to deal with. Emotional and psychological trauma, notably Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), is commonly reported by survivors of commercial trucking accidents in Alabama.
If you or a loved one is suffering from PTSD after being involved in a commercial trucking accident, it is important to understand your rights and your options for compensation under Alabama's personal injury laws. Attorney Stephen Thompson, an experienced trucking accident lawyer in Alabama, can help navigate the legal complexities and guide you through this challenging time.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, commonly referred to as PTSD, is a psychiatric disorder that can occur in individuals who have witnessed or experienced a traumatic event. This could be a serious accident, a natural disaster, a terrorist act, war/combat, rape, or other violent personal assault. It's worth noting that not everyone who experiences a traumatic event like a truck accident will develop PTSD. However, for those who do, it significantly impacts their daily life and wellbeing.
Victims of a commercial truck accident in Alabama can develop PTSD for various reasons. The traumatic nature of the event, the fear for their lives during the accident, and witnessing horrific scenes can all contribute to the development of PTSD. This disorder is characterized by several symptoms including flashbacks, sleep disturbances, emotional numbing, and avoidance of reminders of the traumatic event.
Securing compensation for PTSD after a trucking accident is not always straightforward. Compounding this is the fact that the emotional and psychological injuries are often less visible than physical injuries. For these reasons, it's vital to have a seasoned Alabama truck accident attorney by your side.
Under personal injury law in Alabama, victims of commercial trucking accidents have the right to receive compensation for all damages caused by the negligent actions of another party, both physical and psychological. In addition to compensation for medical costs associated with physical injuries, victims may also recover compensation for emotional suffering, mental anguish, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and loss of enjoyment of life, among others.
As an experienced personal injury lawyer, Stephen Thompson can fight for your rights and push for the maximum compensation allowable under Alabama law. He understands the impact that PTSD can have on a victim's life and recognizes that mental health injuries deserve as much recognition and treatment as physical injuries.
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Commercial truck accident cases can become fairly complex due to the involved parties, federal regulations, and the severity of the damage caused. The trucking company, truck driver, vehicle manufacturer, and insurance companies may all potentially be held liable for damages.
Determining liability in commercial trucking accidents can be a daunting task due to the numerous laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local level that govern the trucking industry. Further complicating matters, commercial trucks usually carry much higher insurance coverage, which involves dealing with aggressive insurance adjusters eager to minimize payouts.
Stephen Thompson has extensive experience handling all aspects of commercial trucking accident cases in Alabama, including those involving PTSD. He brings a deep understanding of Alabama’s personal injury laws and has a proven track record of achieving successful outcomes for his clients.
By working closely with medical experts, accident reconstruction specialists, and forensic investigators, he thoroughly investigates each case and develops effective strategies. His goal is not only to fulfill his client’s immediate need for compensation but to also secure their financial future by obtaining just compensation for all the hardships including PTSD.
If you or a loved one is suffering from PTSD following a commercial trucking accident, do not hesitate to get the legal help you need and deserve. Contact Stephen Thompson, your trusted Alabama personal injury attorney, to schedule a free consultation.
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