Columbia Truck Accident Lawyer
An accident with a truck weighing over 10,000 pounds could be devastating for you as a victim. The size and weight disparity between your vehicle and a big rig could mean disaster for you, other vehicle occupants and your car. A Columbia truck accident lawyer from Wendt Law Firm P.C. may be able to help you recover. Whether you suffered catastrophic injuries or a loved one died in a recent truck accident in Columbia, our Columbia truck accident attorney can guide you through the claims process in Missouri for the best possible outcome. Request a comprehensive initial case review today at (866) 539-4415. Consultations are always confidential.
Why Choose Wendt Law Firm P.C.?
- Our personal injury law firm has won numerous awards and recognitions for our abilities to help clients. Our lead injury lawyer has earned the honor of Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyer annually since 2008.
- Our Columbia personal injury lawyers bring years of experience and hard work to each case. You will benefit from an attorney who has handled cases like yours, in your practice area, who is willing to go the extra mile.
- Our law firm believes in making legal representation available to everyone. We take truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis in Columbia, MO. You will not pay any attorney’s fees unless we win.
Types of Truck Accidents
In 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reported 4,657 fatal large truck accidents in the U.S. Large trucks are responsible for over 100,000 injuries and about 4,000 deaths on average each year. At Wendt Law Firm P.C, we stand up for the rights of the little people against major corporations. We work hard to achieve justice for our clients and to encourage change on an institutional level to prevent future truck accidents. We have experience handling a wide variety of truck accident types in Missouri and Kansas.
- Brake failures
- Drunk or drowsy driver accidents
- Jackknife accidents
- Lost load accidents
- No-Zone (blind spot) accidents
- Rear-end collisions
- Truck rollovers
- Underride collisions
- Wide-turn accidents
- Wrong-way accidents
- Wrongful death accidents
No matter what type of truck accident recently caused your injuries and property damages, speak to an attorney at Wendt Law Firm P.C. We can thoroughly review the facts of your case, listen to your story, and help you and your family understand how to take the first steps toward financial recovery. We have fought and won on behalf of clients involved in all kinds of commercial truck collisions.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
The trucking company overseeing the driver, truck, and cargo will most likely be liable, or legally responsible, for your damages. Federal laws hold trucking companies liable for accidents involving their drivers and trucks even if the driver is an independent contractor and the company leases the truck. Other potentially liable parties could include a truck manufacturer, property owner, the City of Columbia for a dangerous roadway, a third-party driver or a combination of parties.
How Much Can I Recover for a Truck Accident?
Once our attorneys have helped you identify the appropriate party as the defendant, we can begin the fight for a fair amount of compensation for your economic and noneconomic losses. The law may entitle you and your family to recover a financial award from a defendant for your vehicle repair or replacement, pain, and suffering, emotional anguish, lost wages, disability costs, disfigurement, lost quality of life, legal fees, medical bills, and more. Our lawyers can evaluate the value of your case for free, then take action on your family’s behalf to fight for an amount we believe is fair and reasonable.
Contact a Columbia Truck Accident Lawyer
You do not have to navigate your Columbia truck accident claim alone. Retain Wendt Law Firm P.C. to act as your advocate during the injury claims process. We can help you maximize your financial recovery, even if that requires going to court. Speak to an attorney today about your case for free. Call us at (866) 539-4415 or contact us through our online form.