While large commercial trucks are the economic lifeblood of the country, there are many serious accidents. Occupants of the vehicles who survive these crashes have a long road ahead of them. Many will face a permanent disability or at least long-term impairment. Meanwhile, they cannot work, bills go unpaid, and fear of the future is overwhelming. At times like these, the Chesapeake truck accident lawyers at Rutter Mills can make all the difference.
Chesapeake Truck Accident Lawyers
Chesapeake Truck Accident Attorneys
For more than 60 years, we have helped individuals receive the compensation they deserve for their injuries.
This allows them and their families to begin rebuilding their lives without the financial stress.
Truck Accident Liability
In these types of accidents, more than one party is frequently liable. It is up to the attorney to determine this. It is possible the crash occurred due to circumstances beyond the driver’s control. For example, there may be defects in the vehicle’s design, which may make the manufacturer liable.
The company loading cargo on the rig may not have secured it properly. The freight can fall out onto the road or the truck can jackknife. Further, the highway may have contributed to the accident. This is usually due to bad design or lack of maintenance, and therefore a governmental agency may be liable.
However, besides the driver, the trucking company is most frequently responsible. Lawyers check their logbooks to see if they are following federal regulations regarding hours worked, rest time, and more. Many drivers are not adequately trained. In addition, the company may know the vehicle had mechanical problems but sent it out anyway. Only a thorough investigation will reveal who was responsible.
Truck Accident Injuries
Those who survive often suffer catastrophic injuries that result in permanent disability. Many individuals may never walk again or have limited mobility. Head injuries can result in the need for constant caregivers. Even if a person can eventually return to work, they may no longer have the ability to hold the type of employment they did before the accident. Common severe injuries include:
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Burns
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Loss of limbs
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Multiple fractures
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Paraplegia
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Quadriplegia
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Traumatic brain injury
Contact our Team of Chesapeake Truck Accident Lawyers
When the unimaginable strikes and you or a loved one are seriously injured by a big rig or other commercial truck, you need the services of our dedicated Chesapeake truck accident attorneys at Rutter Mills. By filling out our online form or calling or texting 24/7, you can schedule a free consultation. As we work on a contingency basis, there is no fee unless we win.
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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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.
When I called Rutter Mills, I knew it was the right fit. They’re so interested in helping you get justice.
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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.
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Let's TalkChoose an Experienced Chesapeake Truck Accident Lawyer
An accident with a tractor trailer is serious. You need a lawyer who knows how to prove fault in your case and what compensation is available to you. Don’t trust your future to just anyone. You need a Rutter Mills legal team.
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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.
Truck Accident LawyersWorkers Compensation
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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