Nashville Trucking Accident FAQs
Get advice on trucking accidents in Murfreesboro or Nashville
Truck accidents in Murfreesboro and throughout the state are distinctly different from car accidents. Because of the sheer size and the commercial nature of the vehicles, anyone involved in a trucking accident in Murfreesboro or anywhere in Tennessee needs to understand how to handle the situation.
Whether you are involved in a Nashville trucking accident or a truck accident anywhere within the state, take a moment to review the following frequently asked questions to make sure you know what to do next.
- What should I do first after an accident?
- How do I handle insurance issues?
- Can I work directly with an insurance claims adjuster?
- Do I need an attorney?
What should I do first after an accident?
Accidents involving trucks often cause serious injury, so the first step is to seek medical attention. Since you also need to contact the local police, even for minor accidents, this one call can ensure you get all the help you need.
As soon as possible, be sure to also document everything you remember about the events leading up to the accident and the accident itself. Try to preserve all evidence, such as clothing and other items damaged. If you can take photos of the damage, the accident site, and injuries, they can be valuable for a future legal case.
How do I handle insurance issues?
By all means, contact your own insurance company as soon as possible. In addition to notifying them of the accident, you will need to file an application for benefits form with your insurance company to protect your rights to collect for medical expenses, even if your injuries seem minor. Do not assume you can file at some later date—there are likely to be time limits after which an initial claim will no longer be accepted.
Can I work directly with an insurance claims adjuster?
While individuals involved in Nashville truck accidents need to notify their own insurance companies, they should avoid talking to the opposing insurance companies or even freely making statements to their own companies until they have obtained advice from an attorney. Even if no law suit is involved, experienced truck accident attorneys work to protect the interests of their clients and to make sure insurance claims are paid fairly.
Do I need an attorney?
Retaining an experienced truck accident attorney is essential for anyone involved in a trucking accident in Murfreesboro or anywhere in Tennessee. A qualified attorney helps you collect and organize evidence, can provide forensic investigators and expert witnesses, and protects your rights to ensure fair compensation, whether for an insurance claim or a law suit.
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The attorneys and staff at Craft & Sheppard can answer your questions. Our full-service Tennessee law firm offers personal and business advisory, and litigation services to our clients. Contact us today.
