Truck Accident Case Timeline
How long will it take to resolve my claim? When will I receive money for damages? If you’ve never been involved in a truck accident case before, you may be asking yourself these and other questions.
While each case is unique, the timeline below provides an idea of what to expect.
Day 1
You meet with Mcewen Law Firm for a free consultation. If our attorneys establish that you have a case, we’ll offer representation.
If you agree to representation, our firm notifies the trucking company, trucking company’s insurer and the client’s insurer that we are handling your case.
We send a letter to the trucking company and the company’s insurer requesting that they preserve any evidence from the accident.
We send for the police report and any accident reconstruction documents.
The firm hires a private investigator to collect witness statements and physical evidence. If necessary, we also hire an accident reconstructionist.
Day 7
If you or a loved one is receiving medical treatment, Mcewen Law Firm will ensure that the bills are handled properly. We’ll continue to manage billing issues on a monthly basis, until your case is completely resolved. Within 6 to 18 months
We order all of the victim’s medical records and bills, and prepare a demand for settlement to send to the truck’s insurance company. Depending on severity of injury, this information is also sent to the trucking company’s attorney. The company’s insurer has 30 days to respond.
Within 7 to 19 months
Our firm either negotiates a settlement or files a lawsuit on your behalf. Approximately 98% of cases are settled at this point.
Within 1 to 2 years
If your case isn’t settled out of court, it will be tried in front of a jury. The sooner you seek legal representation for your truck accident, the greater your chances of a favorable outcome. Take the first step today and contact us. Call 24 hours to reach one of our truck accident lawyers toll free at (800) 732-3070.
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Free, No Obligation Consultation The lawyers at the McEwen Law Firm provide expert consultation, legal advice, and representation for persons injured in semi truck accidents. We’ve successfully accepted and resolved trucking injury cases nationwide. Our truck accident lawyers, paralegals, and legal professionals are trained to investigate, carefully handle, negotiate, prepare, and develop truck accident cases from start to finish. One of our truck accident attorneys, Peter Kestner has extensive experience with truck accident cases, both as a private attorney and representative for trucking companies. His intimate knowledge of the truck industry, and the Federal regulations that govern it, give his current practice a unique edge—and his clients a distinct advantage. If you or someone you love has been in a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation to cover medical expenses, rehabilitation, lost wages, pain and suffering. Our law firm will help you navigate the legal process, from start to finish, from building a strong case to recovering the money you and your family deserve. To contact the McEwen Law Firm for a free consultation you can call us toll free at (800)732-3070 or contact a lawyer to get started with your truck accident lawsuit online. Our consultations are confidential and there is no obligation. The best part is – you won’t pay any fees unless we win your case. (800) 732-3070 |
