purchase, george & murphey.
purchase, george & murphey.
When you have been hurt in a commercial truck accident, you don’t want cheap talk and empty promises. You want results.
At Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C. we deliver just that. Our results-driven truck accident attorneys protect your rights and advocate on your behalf. Our team skillfully navigates all of the challenges inherent in the accident claims process and we don’t stop fighting for you until we deliver full and fair compensation for your injuries and other losses.
Injuries and other losses that are sustained in accidents are known as “damages”. In a personal injury claim, the injured person may seek to recover compensatory damages which include, but are not limited to, any of the following:
When considering the level of compensation you may be able to recover for your truck accident, it is important to note that losses that do not have an exact financial value — such as emotional pain and suffering — will be estimated by the Pennsylvania court.
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Operating a commercial truck brings a level of risk that is significantly greater than operating a standard motor vehicle. Why? For starters, the size and weight of commercial trucks. Commercial trucks tower over other vehicles on the road, and they are more difficult to maneuver. Frequent causes of commercial truck accidents in Pennsylvania include the following:
If you are partly at fault for your commercial truck accident, Pennsylvania follows a “modified comparative negligence rule”. Under this rule, the compensation you may recover from the other at-fault parties will be reduced by a level that reflects your degree of fault for your accident. Sound confusing? It is actually rather straightforward.
Consider this: if it is determined that you are 30 percent responsible for your commercial truck accident, then your damages will be reduced by 30 percent. So a damage award of $15,000 will be reduced to $10,000, which is a 30 percent reduction. If you are more than 50 percent responsible for your accident, you will not be able to recover any damages from the other at-fault parties.
Every state sets their own legal deadlines for filing civil claims in the state. These legal time frames are known as “statutes of limitations”. In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations for filing a truck accident claim, which is classified as a personal injury claim, is two years from the time of the accident.
Your truck accident claim must be filed within this two-year time period in order for you to recover any compensation for your truck accident injuries and other losses. Claims that are filed after the statute of limitations expires will be dismissed by the court. If you were injured in a truck accident and think you may not be able to file your claim before this statute of limitations runs out, it is in your best interest to consult with an experienced truck accident attorney.
When you are thinking about filing a commercial truck accident claim, you undoubtedly have questions about the best course of action to take in your particular situation, how the claims process works, and what type of compensation you can expect. Where you have questions, we have answers.
Personal injury lawyers at Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C. are skilled, experienced, and knowledgeable in every facet of commercial truck accident claims. Our results-driven team is available to answer your questions regarding your commercial truck accident so that you can make the most informed decision possible. Schedule a free case evaluation with a member of our team today. Don’t wait to get the compensation you so rightfully deserve.
Erie, Pennsylvania is the county seat of Erie County and is not only the fourth-largest city in Pennsylvania — Erie is also the largest city in northwestern Pennsylvania. The city of Erie is located on the south shore of Lake Erie. Erie is known as “Gem City” and is also referred to as the “Flagship City”. The local economy in Erie includes various industries such as technology, manufacturing, health care, service industries, higher education, and tourism.
I was hurt in a commercial truck accident -- what can I expect to receive in compensation? +
The level of compensation you may recover for a personal injury claim depends upon several factors, including the injuries and losses you sustained, and whether or not you share any responsibility for your accident. For an estimate on the level of compensation you may receive for your truck accident, schedule a free case evaluation with an experienced truck accident attorney.
What are some of the common causes of commercial truck accidents? +
Some of the most common causes of commercial truck accidents include the truck’s large size and weight, uneven road conditions, hazardous work zones, large blind spots, maneuvering through wide turns, and facing sudden stops. Truck accidents are also frequently caused by distracted driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI), truck driver fatigue, and lane shifts.
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