Truck Accidents

 

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Truck Accident Attorneys in Columbia, SC

Nearly 4,000 people are killed by large trucks on U.S. roadways each year and well over 100,000 are injured, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)  that’s almost 12 people every hour. Accidents with big trucks  the kind that pull heavy trailers behind them  cause hundreds of millions of dollars in injuries annually, and because of the mass of these giant vehicles, the severity of injuries can be especially severe.

What’s more, recovering damages from a truck accident  from medical costs to lost wages to pain and suffering  can be especially difficult. Why? Because most of these trucks are operated by large companies with ample legal representation dedicated to keeping claims costs as low as possible, so making sure your side is fairly heard is difficult, if not impossible. That’s why having your own legal representation to protect your rights is so critical in accidents involving large trucks, or any type of commercial vehicle.

Truck accident claims depend on a comprehensive investigation of the facts surrounding the accident in order to be successful. Working with truck accident attorneys in Columbia from the start is the best way to ensure your rights are completely protected and you receive the compensation you deserve for your medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Because many injuries can cause long-term effects, having an attorney experienced in truck injuries is critical to making sure your costs are covered now and in the future. At Best & Flatt, we offer truck accident victims the aggressive representation they need to protect their rights. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, call us today at 803-252-1800 to learn how we can help.

Verdicts & Settlements

Premises Liability/Wrongful Death: $3.2 Million

A man was killed due to a hazardous condition created by a major corporation and supplier. He left behind two adult children. The case was resolved at mediation for $3.2 million.

Verdicts & Settlements

Personal Injury: $500,000

Our client was hit by a commercial vehicle going at a high rate of speed. He had injuries primarily to his knee, not requiring surgery. Medical expenses totaled approximately $90,000. Suit was filed, and case settled prior to trial for $500,000.

Verdicts & Settlements

Car Accidents: $1 Million

Our two clients, a husband and wife, were hit by a drunk driver. Both of them spent weeks in the hospital with multiple surgeries. The at-fault driver had fairly low coverage, but the clients had good under insured motorist coverage. Total recovery was $1 million, which was the combined policy limits.

 
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