Trucking Accident

Specializing in trucking cases to, holding trucking companies accountable for their actions, and securing just compensation for you.

We understand the challenges you may face after a trucking accident. A personal injury suit can often serve as a crucial step in the healing process for our clients, providing not only financial relief but also a sense of justice and closure after a traumatic event. 

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a truck accident in Birmingham or anywhere in Alabama. At Salser and Smith, we are here to help you navigate the legal process and maximize your settlement.

Common Truck Accident Injuries

Due to the size and weight of tractor-trailers, truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, including:

• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
• Internal injuries
• Neck and spinal cord injuries
• Burn injuries
• Amputations

If you’ve suffered injuries related to a trucking accident, time is of the essence. To avoid missing deadlines, call Salser and Smith today. We’ll advocate for you and your family, assisting you in filing your claim.

Determining Liability in Trucking Accidents

Several parties in the trucking industry may be held liable for a truck accident:

• Truck Driver: Negligent driving behaviors such as fatigue, inexperience, driving under the influence, distracted driving, or speeding.
• Trucking Company: Negligence in vehicle maintenance, negligent hiring practices, negligent retention, or failure to supervise drivers.
• Loading Company: Improper loading practices that contribute to accidents.
• Truck Manufacturers: Liability for defective design, manufacturing defects, inadequate safety warnings, or failure to issue recalls.

Damages You Can Demand

If you’re involved in a trucking accident in Birmingham, Alabama, you may be entitled to several types of compensation, including:

• Medical expenses
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Mental health treatment
• Loss of a loved one (in cases of wrongful death)

How Salser and Smith Can Assist You

Insurance companies and trucking companies may try to minimize your claim. Our firm will protect your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve. We will: 

• Assess all accident-related losses
• Identify liable parties and pursue claims against them
• Collect and analyze evidence, including driver logs, inspection records, and employment history
• Negotiate with insurance companies and handle all communications on your behalf
• File a lawsuit and represent you in court if necessary

Why are insurance claims denied? Insurance companies deny claims for various reasons, including policy cancellations, disputes over fault, doubts about the extent of your injuries, or the expiration of the statute of limitations. An insurance company is focused on their bottom line, with adjusters trained to tell you “no” or offer as little compensation as possible. 

At Salser and Smith, our attorneys have decades of experience in dealing with insurance companies. Not only will we fight for your rightful compensation, we’ll help you maximize your return of claim or settlement.