Jackson, MS Head-On Truck Accidents
Jackson Attorneys Serving Those Injured in Big Rig Crashes
Head-on collisions are often caused by negligent driving and can result in catastrophic damages. When 18-wheelers are involved in head-on collisions, the chances of suffering a life-altering injury or death increase significantly, as big rig trucks can weigh 70,000 pounds more than a sedan. After a head-on truck accident, many are left wondering how to proceed and what steps they need to take to ensure they are compensated for their losses. Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz has handled trucking accident cases for more than 30 years, and our Jackson truck accident lawyers have established a reputation as lawyers willing to vigorously fight for our clients’ rights. We have 30 attorneys and a large support staff ready and willing to assist you in your truck accident case. Our team knows the importance of retaining an attorney you can trust.
Basic Stages of a Trucking Accident Case
Not all head-on truck accidents are identical, and each one has its own unique characteristics and facts. However, if you have been hurt in a truck accident in the Jackson, MS area, the early stages of a case will normally proceed as follows:
- Verification of insurance. Under Mississippi law, each driver is required to have liability insurance with limits of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. However, interstate commercial trucking carriers are regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and depending on the load, many are required to carry minimum coverage of $750,000.
- Investigation of the accident. Here, a Jackson attorney can conduct witness statements, hire experts where appropriate, review the trucking company’s driving and maintenance records, analyze the black box data from the truck, and review investigative reports in order to establish liability of the careless truck driver or company.
- Medical treatment. After any accident, the injured party most likely will need to be treated by a medical professional for injuries. It is important to listen to your doctor’s orders and comply with their instructions.
After you have been released from treatment and all medical bills and records have been obtained, it may be appropriate to begin negotiating with the at-fault party. Being able to recover damages in a head-on truck accident case will depend on whether you can prove negligence against the trucker, his employer, or both. In Mississippi, negligence can be proven by showing a defendant truck driver failed to drive safely, such as a trucker crossing the center line on State Street in Jackson and striking you head-on. Discovery may reveal that the trucker also violated a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulation, such as driving 13 consecutive hours with no breaks.
Call a Reputable Truck Accident Attorney Today
After a head-on truck accident, it is important to secure legal representation as soon as possible. The longer you wait leads to a greater chance of key evidence being lost or destroyed. Many head-on collisions result in loss of life or limb, and they place heavy burdens on the family members around the person injured. If you have been injured in a trucking accident in the Jackson area, call the attorneys at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz today so we can evaluate your case and devise a strategy to pursue the damages you are legally entitled to. Our lawyers serve those injured in Jackson, Mississippi, and cities throughout the South, including Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Jackson, Meridian, Tupelo, Columbus, Grenada, Starkville, Oxford, Hayti, and Caruthersville. Contact our office toll-free by calling 800-LAW-4004 or by completing our online form to set up a free consultation with a motor vehicle collision attorney if you have been hurt in a wreck caused by a careless commercial driver. NST is the way to go.
Consult a Personal Injury Lawyer in Memphis or the Surrounding Regions
If you are dealing with a devastating injury or medical condition, the Memphis personal injury attorneys at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz can evaluate and explain your options. Our firm has 30 attorneys and more than 100 staff members, and we serve injured people in many areas of Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kentucky, including Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Jackson, Meridian, Tupelo, Columbus, Grenada, Starkville, Oxford, Hayti, and Caruthersville. Contact our office toll-free by calling 800-529-4004 or by completing our online form to set up a free consultation with a personal injury, workers’ compensation, or Social Security Disability lawyer. Once you have learned more about our vigorous advocacy for the rights of the injured, you will realize that NST is the way to go.
125 South Congress St
Suite 1300
Jackson, MS 39201
Phone: 601-362-5222
Fax: 601-991-3465
