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Erie, PA Commercial Truck Accident Lawyers

Results-Driven Accident Lawyers Protect The Rights Of Erie, PA Commercial Truck Accident Victims

When you have been hurt in a commercial truck accident, you don’t want cheap talk and empty promises. You want results.

At Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C. we deliver just that. Our results-driven truck accident attorneys protect your rights and advocate on your behalf. Our team skillfully navigates all of the challenges inherent in the accident claims process and we don’t stop fighting for you until we deliver full and fair compensation for your injuries and other losses.

Pennsylvania Commercial Truck Accident Victims May Receive Compensation For Accident Injuries And Other Losses

Injuries and other losses that are sustained in accidents are known as “damages”. In a personal injury claim, the injured person may seek to recover compensatory damages which include, but are not limited to, any of the following:

  • Medical expenses
  • Hospital expenses
  • Surgical bills
  • Cost of rehabilitative treatment
  • Future anticipated medical expenses that are a consequence of the accident
  • Cost of prescription medications
  • Expenses for diagnostic testing, lab work, and imaging
  • Mental anguish
  • Emotional pain and suffering
  • Lost wages due to time away from work
  • Loss of future earning capacity
  • Loss of companionship
  • Loss of enjoyment in life
  • Loss of consortium
  • Loss of earned vacation time
  • Loss of earned sick time

When considering the level of compensation you may be able to recover for your truck accident, it is important to note that losses that do not have an exact financial value — such as emotional pain and suffering — will be estimated by the Pennsylvania court.

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Frequent Causes Of Commercial Truck Accidents In Pennsylvania

Operating a commercial truck brings a level of risk that is significantly greater than operating a standard motor vehicle. Why? For starters, the size and weight of commercial trucks. Commercial trucks tower over other vehicles on the road, and they are more difficult to maneuver. Frequent causes of commercial truck accidents in Pennsylvania include the following:

  • Size of the commercial truck
  • Weight of the commercial truck
  • Work zone safety hazards
  • Distracted driving
  • Poor roadway conditions, such as uneven surfaces
  • Making wide turns
  • Making sudden stops
  • Large blind spots
  • Lane shifts
  • Truck driver fatigue
  • Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs

What Happens When You Are Partly At Fault For Your Erie, PA Commercial Truck Accident

If you are partly at fault for your commercial truck accident, Pennsylvania follows a “modified comparative negligence rule”. Under this rule, the compensation you may recover from the other at-fault parties will be reduced by a level that reflects your degree of fault for your accident. Sound confusing? It is actually rather straightforward.

Consider this: if it is determined that you are 30 percent responsible for your commercial truck accident, then your damages will be reduced by 30 percent. So a damage award of $15,000 will be reduced to $10,000, which is a 30 percent reduction. If you are more than 50 percent responsible for your accident, you will not be able to recover any damages from the other at-fault parties.

Pennsylvania’s Legal Deadline For Filing Commercial Truck Accident Claims

Every state sets their own legal deadlines for filing civil claims in the state. These legal time frames are known as “statutes of limitations”. In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations for filing a truck accident claim, which is classified as a personal injury claim, is two years from the time of the accident.

Your truck accident claim must be filed within this two-year time period in order for you to recover any compensation for your truck accident injuries and other losses. Claims that are filed after the statute of limitations expires will be dismissed by the court. If you were injured in a truck accident and think you may not be able to file your claim before this statute of limitations runs out, it is in your best interest to consult with an experienced truck accident attorney.

Make The Most Informed Decision Possible For Your Commercial Truck Accident Claim

When you are thinking about filing a commercial truck accident claim, you undoubtedly have questions about the best course of action to take in your particular situation, how the claims process works, and what type of compensation you can expect. Where you have questions, we have answers.

Personal injury lawyers at Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C. are skilled, experienced, and knowledgeable in every facet of commercial truck accident claims. Our results-driven team is available to answer your questions regarding your commercial truck accident so that you can make the most informed decision possible. Schedule a free case evaluation with a member of our team today. Don’t wait to get the compensation you so rightfully deserve.

About Erie, Pennsylvania

Erie, Pennsylvania is the county seat of Erie County and is not only the fourth-largest city in Pennsylvania — Erie is also the largest city in northwestern Pennsylvania. The city of Erie is located on the south shore of Lake Erie. Erie is known as “Gem City” and is also referred to as the “Flagship City”. The local economy in Erie includes various industries such as technology, manufacturing, health care, service industries, higher education, and tourism.

Frequently Asked Questions About Commercial Truck Accidents In Pennsylvania

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