Truck Accident in Arcadia

Located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains and just 13 miles Northeast of Los Angeles, the city of Arcadia is home to over 55,000 people. When heading in and out of Arcadia, it is likely you will find yourself driving on the 210 freeway, that runs through the north end of the city. And when you are on a Southern California freeway, it is likely you will be on the road with large big rig semi-trucks carrying cargo from one point to the next. Unfortunately, accidents with these large trucks can and do occur on the freeway and even on smaller Arcadia streets. If you or a loved one is injured in a truck accident, it is important to get in contact with the Arcadia truck accident lawyers at Walch Law as soon as possible to see how they can help you.

If you are injured in an accident with a large big rig truck, you may have a lot of questions. Whether you were another driver, or a pedestrian, if you are hurt in a large truck accident, it is important to know what to do. Below are some answers to common questions you may have after an Arcadia truck accident:

- After a big rig truck accident, what should I do first?

There are a few things you will want to do immediately after a truck accident. One of the first things you should do is contact the police. Officers can respond to the scene with other emergency personnel to make an accident report describing the scene and what happened and to administer aid to those injured in the accident. If you have been injured, it is important to seek medical attention to get a full assessment of your injuries. If possible, you can also document the accident and your injuries by taking pictures or recording with your phone, and get the contact information of the truck driver and the trucking company.

- How can I get compensation for my truck accident injuries?

If you are injured in a truck accident caused by the truck driver, you can get compensation for your injuries. You can receive this compensation by bringing a personal injury claim against the party responsible for your injuries. The financial recovery received in a successful personal injury claim covers the losses associate with your injuries. This means you can obtain compensation for your medical bills, other recovery expenses, lost wages, and other harm such as your pain and suffering.

- Who is responsible for the costs of my injuries, the truck driver or trucking company?

When a truck driver causes an accident that results in injuries to others, both the truck driver and the trucking company may be responsible for covering the costs of your injuries. An employer is responsible for the negligent acts of their employees. Trucking companies often carry large insurance policies, but will usually fight liability and so they do not have to pay out large sums for injuries. Still, this doesn’t mean they can avoid liability so remember that your personal injury claim after a truck accident may be brought against both the truck driver and the trucking company. 

- How do I prove the truck driver was at fault?

When you bring a personal injury claim after a truck accident, you will need to show that the truck driver’s negligent or intentional bad actions were responsible for causing the accident. Proving fault can be difficult and can require an investigation. This is where a copy of the police accident report can be helpful. You can get a copy of this report for $25 from the Records Department at 250 W Huntington Dr. in Arcadia. You will also want to contact an experienced Arcadia truck accident attorney that knows exactly what you need to prove fault and support your personal injury claim.

No one wants to be injured in a truck accident in Arcadia. But should you be injured, our Arcadia truck accident lawyers at Walch Law provide expert injury legal services for those injured in any truck accident, or other accident in Arcadia, Los Angeles, and throughout California. A personal injury claim can be complicated, but we know exactly what to do from start to finish. We have decades of experience and offer dynamic and compassionate legal representation, so, if you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident, please contact our personal injury attorneys and law firm now for a completely free case consultation by calling 866-465-8762.