If you were injured in a truck accident that wasn’t your fault, you deserve reasonable compensation for your injuries and financial losses. The Aurora truck accident attorneys with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, are ready to put their skills and years of experience to work for you.

You can schedule a free case review with our Aurora personal injury lawyers at no risk. Call us today at (800) 985-1819 or use our online contact form.

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What damages can we help claim for your truck accident injuries?

“Damages” are the economic losses you experience as a direct result of the incident. Here’s a brief overview of the two most common damages awarded in a truck accident case: economic and non-economic.

Economic damages

Medical bills keep pouring in, and you’re now losing money because you’ve used your sick and vacation days and still can’t work. These are examples of economic damages. Your economic damages will also include future medical care you’ll need and other work benefits and wages that you might lose due to your inability to work.

Non-economic damages

These are more subjective damages, such as pain and suffering, loss of quality of life, emotional and mental distress, and others. Not all truck accident attorneys know how to calculate non-economic damages accurately, but the Aurora truck accident lawyers with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates are experienced and have received several non-economic damage awards for their clients.

How can our Aurora truck accident attorneys prove liability?

Your attorney’s investigation will determine which parties you’ll be taking action against. This investigation will not only entail looking at the accident scene but much more, including:

  • Footage from any nearby surveillance cameras
  • Truck driver log books and phone records
  • “Black box” data
  • Vehicle maintenance records
  • And more

What are common truck accident injuries we can help with?

Semi-trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Compared to the average passenger vehicle weight of 4,000 pounds, it’s easy to see why semi-truck crashes are so serious. Some of the injuries that often result from collisions with 18-wheelers include:

  • Severe neck and back injuries
  • Paralysis due to spinal cord damage
  • Years of debilitation after a traumatic brain injury
  • Shattered bones
  • Amputation
  • And more

We fight trucking insurance companies to get you the maximum compensation.

The insurance companies that cover trucking companies are very powerful. Since truck accidents often cause catastrophic injuries, the policies covering these vehicles are worth $1 million or more. The insurer will fight hard to protect that policy, so you will need a team of skilled attorneys with the experience to defeat the insurance company and get you the compensation you deserve.

How much does it cost to be represented by our Aurora truck accident attorney?

At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, our Aurora truck accident attorneys are highly experienced and fight for every single client with a case built specifically for their unique circumstances—all without you paying any legal fees upfront.

You won’t pay us anything out-of-pocket for your consultation or when you first hire us. You won’t pay unless we win your case, and unlike other attorneys, we don’t charge you interest on any costs we advance on your behalf. Our payment is a percentage of your settlement or damages award, so you don’t suffer a loss by hiring the best Aurora personal injury lawyer.

Which parties may be liable for the crash?

Truck accidents are very complex cases because not only is there a lot of money at stake, but sometimes multiple parties contribute to causing the accident. Some of the more common liable parties include:

  • The company that owns the truck
  • The truck driver
  • The manufacturer of a defective component, such as a tire that exploded or a braking system that failed
  • The company that loaded the cargo

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What are the “dos” and “don’ts” of dealing with insurance after a crash?

While you must report the accident to your insurance company as soon as possible, that’s the only contact you should have with any insurer.

The trucker’s insurance provider will assign an adjuster to your case. Refer all of their questions to your attorney. If you don’t, you could easily be tricked into making a statement that will damage your chances of obtaining compensation.

How long do I have to file an injury claim?

You have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Illinois. This is known as the statute of limitations. If you wait too long and the statute expires, you won’t have any legal recourse and will be responsible for all your medical bills and financial losses.

Length of time you can expect your claim to settle

Many factors determine how long your case will take, so no reputable attorney will promise that your claim will settle in a certain amount of time or that you’ll get a certain amount of money.

However, the more compelling your evidence, the easier it should be to convince the liable parties to offer you a fair settlement.

Our Aurora truck accident attorneys are here to help

Don’t wait — schedule a free consultation with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates by using our online form or calling (800) 985-1819. Our expert attorneys are standing by to help you recover from this ordeal. Call today to move forward.

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