Are expert witnesses necessary in a truck accident case?

When you work with your lawyer to gather evidence in your case, you may wonder if expert witnesses are necessary in truck accident cases. While expert witnesses aren’t always required, they can strengthen your case and improve your chances of a favorable outcome. A Joliet truck accident lawyer from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can help…

What is a legal complaint in truck accident cases?

What is a legal complaint in truck accident cases? If a truck driver has caused your injuries, a legal complaint is a personal injury lawsuit. It can be incredibly helpful to hire a Chicago truck accident lawyer to assist you in drafting and submitting the complaint correctly. Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can provide experienced representation…

Who pays for medical bills after a truck accident?

In Illinois, determining who pays for medical bills after a truck accident can be complicated. The truck driver, the trucking company, other motorists, or other outside parties could be liable. Working with a qualified Gurnee truck accident lawyer from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can help you determine who is liable in a truck crash. They…

How do truck accident claims differ from car accident claims?

The main difference between truck and car accident claims is the involvement of a third party, the truck driver’s employer. Not only do you, the victim, have to contend with the trucker’s insurance company, but the trucking company’s as well. There are a few other complications that make settling a truck accident claim more difficult,…

What percentage of work zone-related accidents involve large trucks​?

If you get nervous driving through work zones, concerned that you’ll be involved in a collision with a large commercial truck, you may have good reason to be. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), one-third of all fatal crashes in work zones involve oversized vehicles. Furthermore, according to the National Safety Council,…