Hit By A Company Vehicle? — Here’s What To Do!

Getting involved in a car accident is never what anyone dreams for, but sadly, it happens. When the accident is caused by a company’s vehicle, the next concern if the victim survives the crash is, who takes responsibility for the cost? Is it the driver or the company he works for? These are the usual questions that beg for answers, and everyone must know these little tricky issues. So, if you unavoidably meet with a car injury you will know your rights as well as how to press for compensations.

So, what to do if you get injured by a company vehicle.

• First, allow your mind to be at rest knowing that the driver is a representative of that company and you are right to guess that the company is insured. In addition to that, the law recognizes the driver or the employee as a representative of the company which means the company has no other choice than to bear the brunt of any tragedy caused by their employee.
• Once the accident is reported, the company’s immediate action is to investigate the state of the damage/injury and ascertain the cause. If it is a company that priorities its reputation, the investigation will only take a couple of hours to get rid of a possible mess.
• However, the company’s attorney will handle the matter with thorough investigations to prove the possible causes like driver’s negligence, poor supervision on the part of the employer. Other instances where the employer may be found liable for contributory causes include: Negligent hiring culture, poor driver’s training, and poor vehicle maintenance.
• The driver is equally liable if he is proven to have used the company’s car for his personal purposes at the time of the mishap. Even when the driver is guilty, the employer is not exonerated because the law will fault his poor supervision and failure to monitor the driver’s records. Whatever the case, the company will take care of the victim’s health wages and pay for other damages.

For the victim.

• If you get hit by a company truck, call 911 and get immediate medical attention, they will also help you file your report.
• If you are not too bad, you can take photographs of the scene and document your details. Because some companies may quickly find a way of cleaning possible pieces of evidence against them.
• Refuse to say a word to anyone, especially the company’s claim adjuster who may work against your favor.
• Get in touch with a commercial car accident attorney who will protect your rights and help you get your due compensations.

In summary, if you ever get injured by a company truck or any kind of vehicle, you have the right to press for claims, but you need to follow these smart steps while healing your injuries.

CONTACT HERRMAN & HERRMAN IF YOU HAVE BEEN INJURED IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ACCIDENTS:

We can help you if you have been harmed by the following:

• Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
• Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
• Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
• Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
• Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
• Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
• Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.

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