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Evidence in a Truck Accident Case: How to Strengthen Your Claim
Evidence in a Truck Accident Case: How to Strengthen Your Claim
If you’re in a collision with a truck, it’s likely to be an accident that has serious implications. After all, trucks are large vehicles that often require specialized training and licensing to drive safely. The law allows you to seek compensation for your losses from liable parties, but you will need evidence to prove your claim.
Gathering evidence after a truck accident is essential for recovering fair compensation and minimizing the impact of the incident on your quality of life and future recovery.
According to the Alabama Department of Transportation (DOT), 90% of drivers in Alabama will experience a car crash in their lifetime. That gives you pause for thought. It also alerts you to the need to understand your rights after you’re involved in a car-and-truck wreck. The best way to do so is to seek a case evaluation with a Montgomery truck accident lawyer.
Understand the Evidence-Gathering Process
Evidence gathering can be a confusing process, but it is essential to any legal claim. It is important to obtain as many details as possible to help you determine what happened and gather the evidence necessary to support your claim. That is why, if possible, you should contact a truck accident attorney while the evidence is still available.
Basic evidence your lawyer needs to begin the process includes the truck's complete tag number, the date, time, and location of the wreck, a copy of the police report and any citations, the vehicle identification number (VIN), the truck’s make and model, and photos of the vehicle. They will also collect the driver’s license number, driving records, and more.
More complex evidence your lawyer might gather to prove your claim includes:
- Dashcam footage
- Data from the truck’s black box
- Driver shift logs
- Driver employment records
- Maintenance records
- Witness statements
- Surveillance video footage
- Driver health records
These types of evidence work together to paint the picture of how the truck driver caused your accident and why they - and the trucking company, likely - should be responsible for your injuries and losses.
One common issue with evidence gathering following a truck accident is the trucking company. The trucking company will investigate the accident and gather evidence - though they want evidence to defend against liability. Evidence in your favor might disappear or be altered in some way to protect the company’s interests.
As soon as you hire a lawyer, they can demand the trucking company preserve all possible evidence. There will be legal implications if the company fails to abide by the evidence preservation demands. This means that contacting a lawyer right away is critical.
Talk to an Alabama Truck Accident Attorney to Build a Case for Your Personal Injury Claim
If you’ve been involved in a truck accident where you were not at fault, consult with a truck accident attorney in Montgomery, Alabama. Gathering evidence is an essential part of supporting the claims process. Allow your attorney to guide you in getting a fair settlement - contact Luck Law LLC for a free case evaluation today.
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Tiernan (Terry) W. Luck, III
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