If you or a loved one in Maryland was injured in an automobile accident involving a large truck, you may have grounds to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit against the at-fault party. At Jenner Law, our attorneys serve people in Maryland from our Baltimore office. We’re ready to stand up for you against trucking companies and their insurers so that your case is heard.
You can call our office today to get a free case review by one of our personal injury lawyers, who will also explain how we can help build your case. Once you sign on, a Maryland truck accident lawyer from our team will serve as your representative until it is settled. You won’t owe any upfront costs or fees until after we win your case.
The Estimated Value of Your Case Will Be Based on Your Damages
When you file a personal injury case after a truck accident, you can pursue damages from any of the following categories:
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Economic Damages for Truck Accident Cases
Economic damages often involve financial losses, whether they pertain to immediate expenses you had to pay off, loans you took out to make ends meet, or money you should have earned but couldn’t because of your injuries. Some common examples of economic damages include:
- Costs for current and future medical treatment, such as for surgeries, hospitalization, or doctor’s appointments
- Costs for rehabilitative treatment, such as physical therapy or rehabilitation costs
- Current and future income loss
- Reduced earning potential
- Actual cash value for a totaled vehicle
- Repair service costs for your vehicle
- Alternative travel costs, such as rental car fees or public transportation
- Other out-of-pocket expenses, such as costs for prescription medications or caretaking services
We will ask for any financial documents that can prove these values, such as receipts or invoices you’ve received. Using these documents, we will create an estimate for the value of your losses.
Non-Economic Damages for Truck Accident Cases
Non-economic damages are more general since they pertain to physical, mental, and emotional forms of loss. These damages may include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Permanent impairment
- Psychological trauma
- Physical disfigurement
- Reduced quality of life
- Loss of enjoyment in former hobbies and activities
These types of damages may be varied, so you may claim other losses not listed in this article.
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Wrongful Death Damages for Truck Accident Cases
If you lost a loved one because of a truck accident, you may qualify to file a wrongful death action on their behalf. To be eligible to file, you must be the surviving spouse, parent, or child. Maryland allows surviving families to demand compensation for additional losses related to their loved one’s death, such as:
- Funeral service costs, including costs for burial or cremation
- Loss of financial support from the decedent (your loved one)
- Loss of consortium or companionship for the surviving spouse
- Loss of parental guidance for the surviving child or children
- Loss of inheritance
- Medical debts left behind for the family to cover
Grieving a loved one can be emotionally and mentally overwhelming. We offer to manage your case so that you can focus on personal matters. We will provide case updates and advise you on legal decisions as they come.
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Our Maryland Truck Accident Lawyers Can Manage Your Case in Its Entirety
If you decide to work with a Maryland truck accident lawyer from Jenner Law, our legal team will provide the following services for your case:
- Case investigation, which may involve reviewing the official crash report, collecting evidence, and interviewing witnesses to retrieve their testimonies
- Administrative services, which may involve filling out legal paperwork and handling phone calls or other messages with inquiring parties (e.g., the insurance company)
- Negotiation services, meaning your truck accident attorney may work to negotiate a settlement deal for your case if possible
- Legal counsel, which can involve discussing whether you should file a lawsuit, accept a settlement offer, or pursue multiple claims
- Legal representation, which means your personal injury lawyer will agree to represent you both in and out of court
If you have additional questions about our services, you can discuss them with one of our team members in a free consultation.
Maryland Gives a Limited Window to File Your Truck Accident Lawsuit
Your case may be affected by one of Maryland’s statutory limitations on civil action, so it is crucial that we confirm how long you have to file your truck accident case as soon as possible. For example, the following statutes of limitations may apply to your case:
- Md. Code, Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 5-101: This statute mandates that all personal injury cases must be submitted within three years of the cause of injury, which means three years after the truck accident.
- Md. Code, Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-904: This statute mandates that all wrongful death cases must be submitted within three years of the victim’s passing.
Certain exceptions may apply to your case that could alter its statutory deadline. A common example would be if you are suing a municipality, which would require you to send a written claim to the Treasurer within one year of the truck accident before you can file for compensation (Md. Code, Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 12-106).
We can advise you of any exceptions that may shorten your time limit.
Call our Maryland Truck Accident Lawyers to Get a Free Case Evaluation
At Jenner Law, we advocate for truck accident victims all throughout Maryland. If you or a loved one was injured in a truck accident and now want to pursue financial compensation for your damages, allow a Maryland truck accident lawyer from our firm to represent you. We can manage your case from start to finish. You won’t even have to worry about attorney’s fees because our team works on a contingency-fee basis.
Have more questions related to your case? Call Jenner Law today to get a free consultation with one of our team members. We can review your case and explain what options you have to hold a negligent party accountable for your damages. Start your legal journey today.
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