A truck accident changes your life into “before” and “after.” Before the accident, you were likely someone who worked and participated in normal activities. Afterward, your ability to keep your job, or work in any position, may be impossible. The same holds for the simple routines of daily life. You face a long, uncertain recuperation, severe financial loss, and worry about the effect your injuries will have on your family. Do not despair because help is available.
Carrollton Truck Accident Lawyers
Carrollton Truck Accident Lawyers
Our Carrollton truck accident lawyers at Rutter Mills advocate for you and will hold those responsible for your injuries accountable.
When it comes to these accidents, more than one party is often liable, and we conduct a thorough investigation to identify them. We have helped truck accident victims obtain the compensation they deserve for their injuries for more than 50 years.
Wrongful Death Claims
Unfortunately, many people succumb to their truck accident injuries. If your loved one dies, you may file a wrongful death lawsuit. Even though your family member is gone, you may still receive compensation to help you through this difficult time.
Why Are Truck Accidents More Complex?
Semi-trucks are much larger than passenger vehicles, so they transfer greater force during impact. Drivers and passengers in vehicles struck by 18-wheelers are more likely to suffer a serious, even fatal injury.
In addition to the records commercial vehicle operators are required to keep, many 18-wheelers today are outfitted with so-called “black boxes”. These event recorders can reveal crucial details of the trip before and during the crash, including the speed the truck was traveling and when it applied the brakes, but it helps to have an experienced attorney to help retrieve that data.
Federal laws require truck drivers and trucking companies to carry higher insurance coverage than non-commercial drivers, but the complex relationships between the parties can make it difficult to decipher whose insurance will be liable.
When the truck driver is at fault for the accident, common causes include:
- Aggressive driving
- Driver fatigue
- Distracted driving
- Driving under the influence
- Improperly loaded cargo – which may cause a rollover
- Poor truck maintenance
- Speeding
- Tire blowouts
- Unsafe lane changes
Also, bad weather and poorly maintained roads may be responsible. The other parties or individuals who may prove liable include the:
- Truck driver
- Trucking company
- Cargo company
- Maintenance company
- Manufacturer
- Authority designing or maintaining the roadway
Your attorney investigates the case using various tools, including police reports, the equivalent of the vehicle’s “black box,” accident reconstruction, eyewitness interviews, trucking company logs, and surveillance footage.
Along with the catastrophic injuries which are common in truck accidents, you may face huge bills, now and in the future. Compensation or damages may include:
- Medical expenses, present, and future
- Special equipment
- Lost wages
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
We know a fair settlement amount for the type of injuries you suffered. While most cases are settled, we will go to trial if the insurance company or the defendant is not amenable.
Contact our Team of Carrollton Truck Accident Lawyers
After a truck accident, life is never the same. If you or someone you know were seriously injured, contact the experienced Carrollton truck accident attorneys at Rutter Mills.
We offer free consultations, which you may schedule by calling or texting us 24/7 or completing our online form. After evaluating your case, we advise you of your options. Unless we win compensation for you, there is no fee.
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Truck Accident Attorneys
Trucking plays an important role in U.S. commerce, but a serious truck accident can leave an individual and their family to deal with the life-altering impact for years to come.
These types of vehicle accidents are far more likely to cause serious injury or even fatality than accidents involving only passenger vehicles. The 18-wheeler accident lawyers at Rutter Mills specialize in cases involving serious injuries, so we know how to tackle commercial truck accidents and recover maximum money compensation for our clients.
In Virginia, accident victims need to prove the fault of the other party in order to recover compensation for their injuries. In accidents involving semi-tractor trailers, some of the most common causes are completely avoidable. If you have been impacted by someone else’s mistake, call the tractor trailer attorneys at Rutter Mills to see how we can help you on the road to recovery.
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Dave suffered serious injuries in a car accident. The defendant’s insurance company tried to offer him a low amount so Dave called Rutter Mills. We took over dealing with the insurance and got Dave the money he needed to get back on his feet.
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Glenn’s car accident changed his life, but not permanently thanks to the help of his Rutter Mills attorney. When the insurance companies wouldn’t help him, our team fought back and won.
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On his way home from work at the shipyard, Dan was involved in an accident. He tried to file a claim on his own, but the insurance company wouldn’t give him the money he needed to put his life back on track. Dan knew he needed to call Rutter Mills.
They actually won my case 3 times!
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After her car accident, Larena asked her father, a local stevedore, for his advice on who to call. He recommended Rutter Mills. Her team of car accident experts at Rutter Mills fought back when the insurance companies tried to deny her the money she needed to recuperate from her injuries. We took her case to trial – and won. When the insurance company filed their appeals, we beat them again – two more times! Larena got the money she needed and the justice she deserved.
We’re going to immediately call Rutter Mills. That’s the people I trust with my baby girl.
Who Do You Trust With Your Family?
After a car accident, Jamaree’s first call was to her mom. She was shaken up and scared. Mom told her “We’re calling Rutter Mills. Her next was to Rutter Mills. Her Rutter Mills car accident team helped her get compensation “above & beyond” what she was expecting.
They lifted allot of stress off my shoulders. I recommend them to anybody because they WILL fight for you.
Who Can You Turn To?
Referrals From Friends and Family
After John was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, he turned to the person he trusts most for a recommendation. His wife, a paralegal of 30 years, told him to call Rutter Mills on the advice of the lawyer she worked for.
They really care for you as a person. Words cannot describe what Rutter Mills did for me and for my case.
When You Need Someone In Your Corner
Don’t Go It Alone
When the insurance company tried to get Carol to sign paperwork after her car accident, she knew she needed a lawyer. Carol knew she needed Rutter Mills.
When I called Rutter Mills, I knew it was the right fit. They’re so interested in helping you get justice.
Getting The Justice You Deserve
When Mom Needs Strength
Taryn was in a car accident while she was pregnant. She knew she needed someone in her corner to protect her rights and her family’s future.
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A devasting accident changed Levon’s life forever. The physical and emotional toll left him scared and in pain. When the insurance company for the defendant contacted the family, they made an offer that did not even cover the cost of the medication, much less doctors’ bills, and physical therapy. They knew they needed to talk to a serious lawyer. Rutter Mills took care of the negotiation so Levon could focus on healing.
When you’ve got a serious injury, you need a serious lawyer. That’s why we chose Rutter Mills.
Motorcycle Accidents Change Everything
When Ed was injured in a motorcycle crash, he knew he needed a serious lawyer to protect his rights. The insurance companies were fighting him every step of the way. Rutter Mills helped prove Ed’s case and get him the money he needed to get on the road to recovery.
With the seriousness of the accident, I knew that we needed a serious lawyer. I needed Rutter Mills.
Carol & Levon's Story
They knew they needed a serious lawyer when Carol and her son were seriously injured. After the other party’s insurance company tried to get her to settle for less than she needed, Carol called Rutter Mills for help. We took on the insurance company so she could focus on healing.
At Rutter Mills,
every case is a serious case-because it's your case.
Personal Injury
We are here for you in your time of need, providing compassionate guidance and aggressive advocacy in a wide range of personal injury matters. Our top-rated attorneys will fight the insurance companies and get you back on your feet.
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We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life. Then we’ll tell you what options are available to you to get on the road to recovery.
Car Accident LawyersMaritime/Jones Act Law
Personal injuries that happen when you’re working – or playing – on the water aren’t governed by “the law of the land.” They are subject to maritime laws under the Jones Act– also known as admiralty law.
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We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on listening to not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life.
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Truck accidents are often serious. We are here to listen to your story so we can guide you to healing. Our team has represented some of the largest truck accident cases in Virginia. Call us and see how we can help you today.
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If you’ve been injured on the job, workers’ compensation insurance may entitle you to critical assistance like medical treatment, lost wages, and more. But insurance companies will put up an aggressive fight to resist paying you the compensation you need and deserve. Rutter Mills can help get you the money you deserve.
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A Rutter Mills case is a serious case. It may mean you have been badly injured. It certainly means you have a lot on the line, and the resolution of your case will make a big difference to you, your family, and your life moving forward.
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