Losing a family member to a serious accident caused by the reckless behavior of a truck driver or trucking company is devastating. We cannot undo your loss, but we can help ease the financial burdens during this difficult time.
At Galloway Jefcoat, you will have an experienced, proven fatal truck accident lawyer in Lafayette by your side. We have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation for victims in tough cases like this.
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Determining Who Is to Blame for Your Loss
One of the most important ways our legal team represents you is by gathering all available evidence to fully understand how this accident occurred and what factors contributed to it.
This allows us to ensure all parties at fault are held accountable under the law. Numerous parties could be at fault. Consider some of the most common causes of truck accidents in our area and who is to blame:
- Distracted truck drivers: Drivers not paying 100% attention to the roadway put others at risk. Distraction is the driver’s fault, often caused by engaging in heated conversations, using a phone, or eating or drinking while driving.
- Impaired driving: Truckers using alcohol or drugs while driving, or those impaired as a result of prescription or over-the-counter medications, violate the law. They are also responsible for their actions resulting in the accident.
- Cargo mistakes: Cargo can shift on a truck, causing the driver to lose control. Other times, the truck may spill cargo. When this occurs because a cargo company fails to comply with legal requirements, the company is held accountable.
- Truck maintenance and upkeep: Trucking companies that own their vehicles must maintain them in accordance with federal standards. This involves route checks as well as documented maintenance and repair. When trucking companies fail to maintain trucks, they can be held accountable.
- Reckless operation of the vehicle: Trucking companies may be held responsible alongside truck drivers if their drivers have a history of speeding, engaging in dangerous behaviors behind the wheel, or lacking proper safety training.
These are a handful of the most common causes of truck accidents in our area. By gathering commercial truck data, information from witnesses, and using accident reconstruction tools, we will determine all parties at fault.
Truck accidents resulting in fatalities are complex cases that require swift action for numerous reasons. Your attorney can then seek legal action against all parties that contributed to the loss. Our personal injury lawyers in Lafayette will be vigilant in taking legal action.
"I have used Galloway Jefcoat a few times and have always been very satisfied. Furthermore, all of the people who work there are very professional, nice, and courteous."
The Importance of Hiring a Fatal Truck Accident Attorney in Lafayette
Data from the Louisiana Traffic Records Summary Report 2022 show that trucks were involved in over 8.33% of all fatal crashes in the state.
Lafayette acts as a hub city for numerous nearby ports, is home to dozens of industrial and manufacturing companies, and is a noted distribution center.
All of this means there are many trucks on the road in the area. When your loved one loses their life in an accident like this, it is paramount that you seek legal support for several reasons:
- Insurance companies want to blame your loved one. One of the most devastating outcomes of these accidents is that the insurance company may try to manipulate information to put the blame on your loved one. Their goal is to reduce compensation paid. We make sure that does not happen.
- It can be incredibly challenging to value your loved one‘s life. There is no dollar amount that is truly fair compensation. We know how to use the law to maximize the claim value, ensuring you get the financial support you need.
- Our compassion runs deep. We know there is a great deal of pressure, frustration, and grief involved. We act in your best interests, allowing you to focus on healing. Compassionate legal support is always important in these difficult cases.
When you choose our team, you gain an advocate for results. You can focus on healing and working to rebuild while we make sure they pay for the losses they caused to your family. For many victim families, seeking legal support makes a difference in their financial stability.
"Galloway Jefcoat are amazing professionals who are very client focused. They will guide you thru all the details to help get your litigation solved. I was involved in a crash that ultimate required a knee replacement"
What Your Wrongful Death Claim Is Worth
Many people want to know how much a fatal truck accident claim may be worth, but the reality is that no single figure is accurate. Factors such as the type and cause of the injury, the person’s age, earning capacity, and overall health will matter.
As your lawyer, we will look at all possible factors to maximize your claim. Some of the most common types of compensation owed in these cases include:
- Medical costs from prior to the death, including end-of-life support
- Final funeral and burial costs
- Pain and suffering incurred by the victim at the time of the accident and up until their death
- Loss of companionship and support for family members
- Financial losses related to future income expected, especially for dependents
- Pain and suffering for family members
There is no simple dollar amount that is enough or truly fair, but our experience ensures you can maximize your claim. We do not want the insurance companies to further abuse your family with unfair recovery of damages.
"As a client of Galloway Jefcoat for over two years I want to take a minute to say how much I appreciate the team handling my case."
Schedule a Free Consultation with Our Lafayette Fatal Truck Accident Attorney Now
Galloway Jefcoat brings years of experience to your case. Throughout our careers, we have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for victims. We become the voice for the victims.
Speak to our Lafayette fatal truck accident lawyer for help. Consultations are FREE.
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