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Hurt in a truck accident in Indianapolis? Contact Us Today for a Free Case Review

Truck accidents have the potential to devastate an accident victim’s life. At Delventhal Law Office, we represent motorists who are hurt in collisions with large trucks. Their cars are often destroyed, and they have expensive injuries which require treatment at the hospital. The road to recovery is long; unfortunately, truckers and their employers are never eager to accept liability or compensation.

Reach out to our office today. We can review your legal options and determine the best path toward receiving meaningful compensation. Our consultations with an Indianapolis truck accident lawyer are free.

Indianapolis Truck Accidents are Devastating

Our firm can help anyone injured in some common collisions with commercial trucks:

• Rollovers. Many trucks are inherently unstable, especially tractor-trailers which are thin and tall. A truck can flip onto its side and crush anyone nearby. We also see rollovers with dump trucks that have their boxes raised.
• Backing up accidents. Trucks have large blind spots which make it hard for a trucker to see what is immediately behind them. There is a risk they back up and run over someone due to carelessness or impatience.
• Lane change accidents. Trucks can smash into vehicles in a blind spot out on the highway when changing lanes.
• Underride accidents. A smaller car can slip under the sides or back of a trailer, smashing the windshield and causing serious facial or head injuries.
• Overrides. Trucks can ride on top of smaller vehicles, often because a trucker is speeding or is distracted and doesn’t realize to stop.
• Jackknifes. A tractor-trailer can swing out at an angle, often because of speed differentials or poor traction. With the trailer out of control, it can slam into nearby vehicles.

Who Is Responsible for Your Truck Accident?

Our job as Indianapolis truck accident lawyers is to piece together what happened so we can identify fault. We can then seek financial compensation from the person who is to blame, including:

• Truckers: A trucker could be negligent by failing to maintain proper surveillance of the road. Many truckers are distracted and using a cell phone or other electronic device while driving. Fatigue and chemical impairment can also contribute to an accident.
• Trucking companies. The trucker’s employer could be liable, often because they failed to supervise or maintain their vehicles. In Indiana, an employer is also liable automatically when an employee negligently injures someone while working.
• Mechanics and repair shops. A truck must be in excellent condition to drive safely. Defects can arise when mechanics fail to identify worn out parts or make repairs improperly.
• Truck manufacturers. There could be a defect in the way the truck was manufactured, which means it was dangerous as soon as it left the factory.
• Other defendants. In some accidents, a different entity is to blame. For example, a work zone might be set up improperly, so a trucker doesn’t have adequate notice to slow down. Let Delventhal Law investigate.

You Deserve Fair Compensation without Hassle

Truck accidents cause injuries—fractures, concussions, and back injuries. Victims are in so much pain that even leaving the house is impossible.

Delventhal Law can step in and gather as much evidence as possible to use in your case. Helpful evidence includes:

• Employee records, including evidence regarding any drug test results. A trucker should be tested after a crash, and we can use the results to establish liability.
• Data from the electronic logging device. This data can show whether the trucker drove all night or failed to brake when approaching a work zone. We will notify the truck’s owner to preserve this evidence.
• Your medical records, which can establish the severe nature of your injuries.
• Witnesses who observed the crash or have seen how the accident has changed your life.

Our firm will fight for a settlement that covers lost income or wages, medical bills, car repairs, and pain and suffering.

Critical Deadlines for a Truck Accident

Truck accident victims need to quickly contact our office. Indiana has established a short deadline for filing a lawsuit to protect your rights.

Most victims get only two years to file (Indiana Code § 34-11-2-4.). Should you miss this deadline, then a defendant can get out of paying anything. You must act within the statutory period to preserve the ability to hold the defendant accountable.

Rely on Our Experience

Call Delventhal Law to speak with an experienced truck accident lawyer in Indianapolis. We know how to bring injury claims with the right evidence, and we will not charge upfront fees to represent you. Schedule your free consultation by contacting us today.