Maison Law represents accident victims involving Walmart trucks in California. If you or a loved one has suffered an accident due to the careless driving of a Walmart truck, the accident attorneys at Maison Law can help. Determining fault in a truck accident with a major retailer like Walmart can quickly become complicated. However, our experienced accident attorneys at Maison Law are not afraid to go after retail giants like Walmart and get you the compensation you need. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Why Do I Need a Lawyer For a Walmart Truck Accident?
Walmart is one of the biggest companies in the world. And due to all the retail and property they oversee, they are no strangers to lawsuits. In most cases, if you’ve been involved in a Walmart truck accident, their lawyers or insurance adjusters will try and get you to agree to a quick settlement. However, agreeing to anything could end the possibility of a lawsuit or recovering compensation for your damages.
With an attorney, they can speak to Walmart on your behalf, as well as:
- File a lawsuit against all at-fault parties in addition to Walmart
- Gather evidence through investigators, interrogatories, discovery requests, and depositions
- Protect you and your family’s rights to fair compensation, even if the accident was partially your fault
- Negotiate a fair settlement
- Represent you at trial if a settlement cannot be reached
What is Likely to Happen After an Accident Involving a Walmart Truck?
After an accident with a Walmart truck, you will more than likely receive medical attention immediately. Accidents with 18-wheelers never end well and it is common to sustain major injuries. During this time, Walmart’s insurance will conduct an investigation, and if they find that they were at fault, they will likely make an initial settlement offer.
It is not uncommon for Walmart’s insurance to put pressure on recently injured victims to settle once they start receiving medical bills. This is no mistake. They know you will be more inclined to settle once you see the cost of your medical treatment. For most people, this makes sense, but the unfortunate truth is that this initial settlement is usually much lower than the long-term medical treatment your injuries require.
This is why it is important to know your rights after sustaining major injuries from a Walmart truck accident. If you choose to not take the settlement and partner with a lawyer, your lawyer will make counteroffers on your behalf. If no settlement can be agreed upon, then a lawsuit will be filed. A lawsuit will prolong a settlement, but a trial date will be established. The trial date will serve as a deadline for a settlement to be agreed upon by both sides. If no settlement is reached at this point, then your case goes to trial.
For these reasons, it is especially important to have a reputable attorney on your side when going up against Walmart. At Maison Law, we know how to navigate the legal complexities of suing a major corporation and protect the rights of our clients.
Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
What Compensation Am I Entitled to From a Walmart Truck Accident?
You are entitled to recover damages for all of your losses, resulting from the Walmart Truck Accident. These include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity from injuries preventing you from earning a living
- Financial losses due to taking a lesser-paying job as a result of your injuries
- Pain and Suffering
- Mental trauma such as anxiety, depression, and stress
- Property damage
- Loss of consortium (to be claimed by a spouse or family member)
Punitive damages can also be claimed if the truck driver was intentionally irresponsible and intended to cause an accident or do harm to another. These claims can be substantial sums in order to sway other drivers from committing a similar act of intentional recklessness.
FAQs
Q: How often do trucking accidents occur?
A: There are more than 160,000 truck accidents per year in the United States.
Q: How long do I have to file a fatal car accident claim in California?
A: Two years. The statute of limitations in California allows the victims of the deceased to file a wrongful death claim within two years of the date of the accident.
Q: Is the driver responsible for a Walmart trucking accident?
A: Typically, the company that hired the driver is at fault, even if the driver is directly responsible for causing the accident.
Contact a Walmart Truck Accident Lawyer in California
If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a Walmart truck, the accident attorneys at Maison Law can help. We offer a free, no-risk case consultation to all victims and their family members. If you choose Maison Law to represent your injury claim, no upfront money is required. We don’t get paid until we win your case. Contact us today to better understand the value of your case and see what options are available to you.
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