Yes, if the trucking company’s negligence caused or contributed to the accident, you can file a lawsuit against the trucking company, truck driver and potential others for your injuries and damages. Contact our legal team at The Callahan Law Firm for more information.
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Settlement amounts vary based on many factors including the liability facts, how the crash happened, the severity of injuries and more. Settlements and trial verdicts can range from tens of thousands to millions of dollars.
The timeframe can vary. This depends on the complexity of the crash, the responsible parties, liability facts, the injuries, required medical treatment, the willingness of the at-fault parties to accept responsibility and compensate fairly, and more. Some truck accident settlements can take a few months, while most take longer – up to a year or […]
If the trucking company conducts business intrastate – meaning only within the state of Texas, regulations from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) apply. If the trucking company conducts business interstate – meaning in more than one state, then regulations from both the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration […]
Check for injuries and call for emergency medical assistance when needed. And call the police. Exchange information with the other driver and collect contact details from any witnesses. Call The Callahan Law Firm and talk with an experienced Amazon truck attorney who can help.
In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim is generally two years from the date of the accident or injury. It is critical to consult with an experienced attorney to determine the exact time frame that applies to the facts of your case, as there are exceptions to this general rule.
Compensation may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, physical impairment, mental anguish, property damage, and, in some cases, punitive damages if gross negligence is proven. The amount will depend on the circumstances of the accident and the extent of your injuries or losses.
Liability can extend to multiple parties, including the Amazon driver, Amazon itself, and potentially third-party contractors involved in the delivery. Factors such as driver negligence, vehicle maintenance issues, and corporate policies may influence liability.
Texas has both common law and statutory laws against bad faith insurance. All Texas statutes operate under a common law covenant of good faith. This covenant, while not written in law, implicitly states that insurance companies are required to act in good faith with each policyholder. In addition to the good faith covenant, the Texas […]
You may be able to sue an insurance company if that company has treated you unfairly throughout the claim process. All insurance companies can be held liable under Texas law for operating in bad faith. To act in bad faith is to intentionally treat a policyholder unfairly and unethically. Operating in bad faith can be […]