Denver Truck Accident Lawyer
Denver is a major hub for the trucking industry, which is good for the area’s economy and residents. However, careless truckers, trucking companies, and others can do more harm than good through the accidents they cause.
If a truck accident has left you injured and with losses, our Denver truck accident lawyers are prepared to meet and discuss getting you compensated for your losses. Our track record of wins at Bachus & Schanker is extensive because we care about each client and fight until the end.
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Truck Accident Claims
Denver truck accident claims demand compensation after a truck accident. The victim files a claim with one or more associated insurance companies for a payout. Within the claim, there must be allegations of wrongdoing made by the victim of the accident against the responsible party.
This process is adversarial, meaning it’s one side against the other. Insurance companies fight to pay less, which makes having a lawyer crucial in obtaining proper compensation.
How Our Denver Truck Accident Lawyers Can Help
We help you by taking care of everything while you deal with your losses. Some of the many tasks we engage in while fighting to recover your compensation include:
- Accident investigations
- Paperwork management and court filings
- Discovery
- Depositions
- Insurance negotiations for settlements
- Court representation
We get to the bottom of every truck accident case, no matter how far we must dig. We want to know about every form of compensation you are entitled to, no matter how small or obscure.
Common Causes Of Truck Accidents
Sadly, many truck accidents are avoidable and occur due to negligent or unlawful acts, such as:
- Driving too fast for current conditions
- Speeding
- Road rage
- Following too closely
- Failure to yield
- Failure to signal
- Distracted driving
- Operating an improperly maintained vehicle
- Fatigued driving
- Poor training
- Dangerously defective truck or truck parts
Of course, the driver is often liable. However, other parties may also be held responsible, such as the driver’s employer, a shipping company, truck makers, and road construction contractors.
What To Do After A Truck Accident
After a truck accident, do not panic. The following steps will help keep you safe and preserve your compensation claim:
- Get out of harm’s way
- Call first responders for medical help and to report the accident
- Help aid others
- Receive medical treatment from first responders
- Gather evidence, such as photos and video footage
- Exchange appropriate driver information, including insurance information, driver employer details, and driver identity information
- Gather witness statements and contact information
- Watch what you say — do not admit fault or apologize
Finally, you should seek out an experienced truck accident lawyer to ensure you get the compensation your injuries and losses deserve. At Bachus & Schanker, we take care of everything for you.
Common Truck Accident Injuries
Due to the extreme size, power, and weight of semi trucks, truck accident injuries are often serious and frequently catastrophic and fatal. They include:
- Spinal cord and neck injuries
- Injuries to the head and brain
- Organ damage
- Internal bleeding
- Piercing injuries
- Whiplash
- Paralysis
- Lacerations and abrasions
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Death
Because of their size and weight, trucks tend to cause more injury cases per accident than other vehicles. A crashing truck can easily hit two, three, or even more vehicles in an accident.
Truck Accident Damages In Colorado
Truck accident damages provide economic and non-economic compensation for a variety of impacts on your life, including:
- Medical and hospital expenses
- Expenses related to your injury, such as home care services
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional anguish
- Vehicle and property damage
- Punitive damages in limited cases
As a client of Bachus & Schanker, you can rely on our Denver truck accident lawyers to properly calculate your damages. We work hard to leave no compensation left behind.
Denver Truck Accidents: Who’s To Blame?
Depending on the circumstances, various parties may be held responsible for a truck accident, including:
- The driver
- The driver’s trucking company
- A shipping company
- A truck or truck parts maker
- Road construction contractor
- Government agency in charge of road design
Regardless of who is at fault, you can expect their insurance company to fight against paying what you are owed. That’s where we come in. We know the true value of cases and are well aware of what our clients deserve.
Don’t rely on an insurance company whose top priority is profit. Put your faith in the hands of experienced advocates who will fight exclusively for your best interests.
Why Choose Bachus & Schanker To Represent You?
Bachus & Schanker is grounded on one fundamental belief — all people deserve the right to proper compensation when injured by the carelessness or unlawful acts of others. You matter at Bachus & Schanker, and your future is important to us. We fight aggressively to pursue the funds that can make your life better.
Hundreds have benefited by putting their claims in our hands, and so can you. Our track record shows that we understand how to get funds into the hands of our clients. If you need effective representation and support, contact Bachus & Schanker today.
Free Consultation With A Denver Truck Accident Lawyer
If you have been injured in a truck accident, the experienced lawyers at Bachus & Schanker are here for you. We’ll fight to hold liable parties responsible for your pain and losses. Don’t settle for insurance company appraisals of your claim. Find out what your pain is truly worth.
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Bachus & Schanker, Personal Injury Lawyers | Denver Office
1801 California Street, Suite 4800
Denver, CO 80202
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Written and Legally Reviewed By: Kyle Bachus
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Kyle is a member of the Colorado Bar associations and has served on the Board of Directors of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association for more than twenty years in total. Over the years, Kyle has achieved justice for many clients. He has served on numerous committees and repeatedly won recognition from his peers at both the state and national level. He is proud of the role he has played in the passage of state and national legislation to protect consumers and is a frequent speaker and guest lecturer.