Maison Law represents victims of accidents involving Ralph’s food trucks. If you or a loved one has been injured due to an accident with a reckless Ralph’s food truck driver, you may be entitled to compensation. Commercial truck accidents can be traumatic and can result in horrific, life-altering injuries. The recovery can be devastating, and getting compensation from dishonest insurance companies can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through this unfortunate time alone.
Contact Maison Law today to get a free consultation and case evaluation.
Should I Hire a Lawyer for an Accident with a Ralph’s Food Truck?
When a company like Ralphs becomes aware that one of their drivers has injured someone in an accident, they will most likely be looking to settle with you. However, Ralphs will be looking out for their own best interest when they settle, not yours.
That’s where having an attorney to fight on your behalf can benefit your case. If you get injured in an accident with a Ralph’s food truck, a lawyer can:
- Protect your rights by holding insurance companies responsible for your injuries
- Investigate every detail of your accident to build a strong case around your claim
- Evaluate the full extent of your injuries to know what type of compensation you need
- Represent you inside and outside of court in case your case goes to trial
Reasons Behind a Ralph’s Food Truck Accident
Accidents involving a Ralph’s food truck can occur for a number of reasons. Whether it’s mechanical failure or a driver nodding off at the wheel, the specific information will be important to your case. Here are the most common reasons for Ralph’s food truck accidents:
- Driver fatigue
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Improper loading
- Equipment failure
- Weather conditions
- Intoxication or substance abuse
- Poor road conditions
Once a reason for the accident is determined in your case, the insurance adjuster, or a jury will assign all or a percentage of the blame, depending on the reason for the accident. If you’re unsure of the reason for your commercial vehicle accident or have more questions, our experienced accident attorneys can help.
Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and to better understand the value of your case.
Who Can Be Sued in a Ralph’s Food Truck Accident?
The individual circumstances will determine who can be sued in a Ralph’s food truck accident. Typically, the truck driver may be held liable for any injury or property damage done to you due to their careless driving. Ralphs can also be held liable if they hired a truck driver with a bad driving record, or they failed to maintain the quality of their trucks, which resulted in an accident.
In addition, if there were defective parts installed by the truck manufacturer that caused the accident, then they could also be sued for their liability in causing your injuries. An experienced accident attorney can obtain this information through detailed investigation. With this information, they can assign blame to the proper parties, so the insurance adjuster cannot put unfounded blame on you for the accident.
What Compensation Can I Expect After a Ralph’s Food Truck Accident?
The compensation you receive from a Ralph’s food truck accident will depend on the specifics of your case. Factors that are key to understanding the amount of your compensation include:
- Medical bills
- Ongoing care after the accident
- Lost wages if you’re unable to return to work
- Reduced quality of life
- Pain and suffering
If you are pursuing compensation for you injuries in a commercial truck accident, your damages are divided into one of four groups:
- Special : medical bills, ongoing treatment, costs that accumulate when you’re unable to work, like rent or mortgage payments
- General : these are non-economic hardships like pain and suffering, anxiety, depression, mental trauma
- Wrongful Death: these damages may be sought by a spouse or close relative for funeral arrangements, burial expenses, and medical treatment before a loved one’s death
- Punitive: these damages are rare, but if the driver engaged in reckless driving with the intention of hurting you, then you could sue for punitive damages
FAQs
Q: Do I have a time limit to sue in California?
A: California has a two year statute of limitations to file a personal injury claim after a truck accident.
Q: Do different laws apply to truck accidents in California?
A: Yes, specific laws are applied to only trucks due to the size and weight of the vehicle. There are for more rules and regulations to operating a commercial truck, or 18-wheeler.
Q: What if I was partly to blame for a Ralph’s food truck accident?
A: California is an “at-fault” state and a percentage of the blame will be assigned to you by a police officer, insurance adjuster, or a jury. If you reach a settlement, that percentage will be deducted from your compensation.
Contact a Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawyer in California
If you or a loved one has been injured in a Ralph’s food truck accident, contact the experienced accident attorneys at Maison Law. We’ve handled numerous cases like yours and we know how to get the compensation you need from the insurance companies. Give us a call today for a free case evaluation and consultation. If you partner with Maison Law to represent your injury claim, you don’t need any money upfront. We don’t get paid until we win your case for you.
