Collisions involving commercial trucks frequently result in life-altering and life-ending injuries. But that doesn’t have to be the end of the story. If you were injured in a truck crash in Ogallala, NE, you need a clear path toward physical and financial recovery. Our Ogallala truck accident lawyers will forge that path on your behalf. Call today for a free consultation.
Why Ogallala Victims Select Steffens Law Offices for Their Claims
After a truck accident, when everything seems bleak, you need representation that will stand beside you and treat your case like that of a family member’s. At Steffens Law Offices, that’s what we do, and we’ve done it since our founding.
Ogallala clients trust us because:
- We offer decades of combined experience representing injured Nebraskans.
- Our attorneys are recognized by the Nebraska State Bar Association and top national legal organizations.
- We can travel to Ogallala to meet with you, or offer phone and video consultations.
- We guarantee that your net settlement will be more than your attorney fees.
- Every client works with a dedicated team that provides regular status updates.
Contact our office today to arrange your free case review with an Ogallala personal injury attorney.
Do Truck Accident Claims Really Require a Lawyer?
Truck accidents involve such significant damages that commercial trucking companies are federally required to carry hundreds of thousands more in coverage than state-mandated policies for passenger car drivers. With case values this high, the margin for error is small, and you need an attorney who can ensure you get the full value from the trucking company.
To do this, your attorney will:
- Secure event data recorder information before the commercial vehicle is altered or repaired.
- Identify all applicable insurance coverage, including umbrella and excess policies.
- Consult treating physicians to establish your long-term care needs and full injury impact.
- Ensure all statutory deadlines are satisfied, including notice requirements for government vehicles.
- File a lawsuit against the negligent motor carrier if the insurer refuses to present a fair settlement offer.
Our attorneys handle all legal aspects of your claim so you can focus on your recovery.
Types of Compensation Available in Commercial Vehicle Claims
A truck accident claim allows you to seek money for the personal and financial losses related to a crash.
Specifically, economic and non-economic damages provide compensation for:
- Past and ongoing medical bill coverage
- Projections for long-term medical care and therapy
- Reimbursement for missed paychecks and employment income
- Loss of future wage-earning potential
- Physical suffering and emotional trauma
- Long-term impairment or functional disability
- Lasting scarring or physical disfigurement
- Repair or replacement costs for damaged property
Punitive damages are generally unavailable under state law. But your lawyer will seek all damage categories applicable to your claim, including wrongful death damages if the accident was fatal.
How Long You Have to File a Truck Accident Claim
Most personal injury lawsuits in Nebraska must be filed within four years of the crash under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-207. Wrongful death actions must be brought by the personal representative within two years under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-810.
Claims involving government property or public vehicles require written notice before filing. Consulting an attorney helps you comply with these deadlines from the earliest possible point.
Speak With an Ogallala Truck Accident Attorney to Learn More
It’s time to stand up if a truck driver or trucking company caused you harm. Our Ogallala commercial injury attorneys can help you seek full compensation. Contact our legal team today for a free consultation.