What is the Average Truck Accident Settlement in Texas?
In Texas, there really is no such thing as an average truck accident settlement. This is due to the fact that every case has unique factors, and the losses sustained are different from case to case, as well. However, a San Antonio 18-wheeler accident lawyer can identify your losses, value your claim, and determine who is liable for paying the full damages you deserve. Below, our experienced attorney explains the factors that could impact your truck accident settlement.
The Nature and Severity of Injuries
The medical care you have needed, currently need, or will need in the future will carry a lot of weight in the outcome of your case. The more serious your injuries are, the higher your settlement will likely be. There are certain factors that can substantially increase the damages you are entitled to, and they are as follows:
- The length of time your recovery will take
- The medical costs required for your treatment
- Any need for medical equipment, in-home care, or ongoing physical therapy
- Any long-term disability you suffered
- Permanent scarring and/or disfigurement
- Permanent injuries
- Life-long pain, suffering, and/or emotional trauma
Commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when they are fully loaded. As such, your medical bills will likely start accumulating right away. Your medical expenses may include emergency care, ambulance services, hospitalization, and surgery.
Your Lost Income
Due to the severe nature of the injuries you will suffer, you likely will not be able to return to work right away. Your injuries may also be severe enough that they prevent you from returning to the same line of work in the future, which may result in a reduced income. You can recover compensation for any income you have currently lost, and any you will lose in the future, in your claim.
Loss of Quality of Life
Your injuries will not only cause you immense pain and suffering, but you may also not be able to enjoy the activities you once did. If your injuries interfere with your daily activities, you need to hire someone to care for your home or your children, or you can no longer take part in hobbies you once loved, you can include these losses in your claim. These damages are not easy to calculate, so it is advised that you work with an attorney who can accurately value them.
Policy Limits of the Liable Party
When filing a claim, most of the time, you cannot recover more than the limits of the insurance policy covering the liable party. For example, if a trucking company only carries $750,000 in liability coverage, you likely will not be able to recover any more than this amount even when your injuries and damages are valued at much greater than that amount.
Our 18-Wheeler Accident Lawyer in San Antonio Can Accurately Value Your Claim
Due to the fact that there is no such thing as an average truck accident settlement amount, it can be difficult to know how much you are entitled to. At the Law Office of Israel Garcia, our San Antonio 18-wheeler accident lawyer can help you accurately determine the value of the damages that you have sustained and obtain maximum compensation in light of all factors affecting your case. Call us now at 210-LAW-9999 or contact us online to request a free consultation and to learn more.
Sources:
law.cornell.edu/wex/negligence
statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.41.htm
