3 Steps to Take After Being Involved in a Trucking Accident - Brooks Law Group

When you’re driving, it’s your responsibility to make sure you’re doing so safely and following all driving regulations. Unfortunately, even if you’re driving safely, accidents can still happen. In 2017 alone, 37,133 people died in motor vehicle accidents. And one of the most deadly types of accidents is trucking accidents. Whether it’s caused by overloaded trucks, poor weather, driver error, or any other situation, truck accidents can result in serious damage. Because of the seriousness of these crashes, let’s take a look at a few important steps to take following a truck accident.

  • Seek medical attention: One of the first things you should do after being involved in a truck accident is to get medical attention. Whether you feel like you’re obviously hurt or not, it’s crucial you get looked at by a medical professional. This is important because there could be injuries that aren’t noticeable by you and they need to be taken care of. Additionally, having proof of a medical exam and documentation of your injuries will be important for any personal injury lawsuits that may come later on.
  • Report the accident: Another important step to take is reporting the accident. A police report will document exactly what happened to cause the crash and be a crucial piece of evidence. Additionally, you should try to get contact information for any witnesses if possible. Having as much documentation of the accident, including pictures, is important to build a strong case.
  • Call an attorney: Once you’ve received medical care and have documented the accident, it’s time to call a lawyer. Overloaded trucks, equipment failure, and driver error can all result in an accident — and if another party was at fault, it can be beneficial for you to seek compensation. A truck accident lawyer will have the knowledge and experience needed to build your case. From gathering evidence to filling out paperwork, working with a truck accident attorney will help you navigate the legal process.

Hopefully, you never have to worry about what you need to do after a truck accident. But if you do, make sure to follow these steps and get reputable legal representation.

Stephen K. Brooks
Author: Stephen K. Brooks

Steve was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. As was the practice for new doctors his father worked day and night during his medical residency at Charity Hospital there. Steve comes from a long line of doctors. His father, his grandfather, his great grandfather, even two uncles were all specialists and/or surgeons in their chosen medical specialties, including internal medicine specialist, obstetrics / gynecology, neurosurgery and general practice / surgery. His great-great grandfather was the Surgeon General of Ohio during the Civil War.