1-800-Injured is a medical and legal directory registered with the Minnesota Bar as a Qualifying Provider. As a directory for personal injury victims and attorneys alike, we connect our clients with experienced professionals who can help them with their unique personal injury needs. While we are not lawyers, we can offer some general advice on how to pursue a truck accident claim as well as connect you with legal professionals who can aid you in taking the next step.
When You Can File a Minnesota Truck Accident Claim
It is important to keep in mind that it is best to consult with an experienced personal injury or trucking attorney for tailored guidance on your case. Typically speaking, if you were involved in an accident involving a commercial truck or driver, you could have grounds for filing a claim.
These are some examples when that could apply:
Negligence: If the driver caused the accident did so because they acted negligently, like distracted driving, speeding, or fatigue, then you could have a legal reason for compensation.
Trucking company liability: Truck companies may also be liable due to negligent hiring or training practices failure to supervise their employees properly.
Defective parts/improper maintenance: If defective parts or poor maintenance caused your accident, either the manufacturer, the company tasked with maintaining the trucks, or the trucking company could be held legally responsible.
Vicarious liability: This is sometimes called “imputed liability,” and describes the attachment of responsibility to a person for harm or damages caused by another person in either a negligence lawsuit or criminal prosecution. This describes when culpability extends beyond just one individual. The employer may also be held responsible under vicarious liability.
Preparing for a Truck Accident Claim
To prepare for filing your claim it is recommended that you do these things:
#1 Seek medical treatment promptly for any injuries incurred. Your health and well-being should be the top priority. Seek medical attention for any injuries sustained in the accident, even if they seem minor at first.
#2 Document everything regarding the case. Collect evidence, such as photos taken at the accident scene, damage done to both vehicles involved, and any visible injuries at time of event. Be sure to gather contact information from witnesses.
#3 Report the accident: Notify the appropriate authorities about the accident, such as the police or highway patrol. Notifying the insurance company is also necessary, irrespective of any fault details.
#4 Consult an attorney: Consult with a specialized personal injury attorney who handles Minnesota truck accidents. They can guide you through the legal process, evaluate the strength of your claim, and help protect your rights and interests.
Don’t forget that there are regulations on statute limitations concerning filing truck accident claims. In certain instances, it might significantly vary. It is imperative that you take adequate action to ensure expert guidance. A personal injury attorney will ensure adherence in meeting all necessary filing deadlines accurately.
Minnesota Statute of Limitations
In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim, including truck accident claims, is generally two years. This means you have two years from the date of the accident to initiate a lawsuit seeking compensation for your injuries and damages. There is a lot more to it than that, though.
Seeking counsel from qualified personal injury lawyers who can provide the latest and reliable updates on varied exceptions concerning different individual cases is recommended, as your specific case may be a bit different. For instance, if the accident resulted in a fatality, the time limit for filing a wrongful death claim may be different.
Contact 1-800-Injured
A lawyer recommended by 1-800-Injured can help you understand the deadlines specific to your case and ensure that you take appropriate legal action within the required timeframes. As an accident directory service, we offer accident victims a centralized platform connecting them with an array of relevant service providers, including legal professionals ready to aid you in handling your truck accident case.
When someone contacts our accident directory service, they will often be connected with a Minnesota lawyer or law firm that specializes in personal injury cases. We have a massive network of attorneys we work with so we can match the victims specific needs with an appropriate lawyer.
If you as the accident victim decide to pursue a personal injury claim, we will connect you with an attorney who can handle your case. We will arrange for a free initial consultation with an attorney, during which the accident victim can discuss the details of their case and receive legal advice. Contact us right away to begin. Remember, you don’t have long to file your claim and hold the responsible person or company accountable.