Factors influencing settlement value
The value of a truck accident settlement depends on many legal, medical, and practical considerations. Understanding these factors helps plaintiffs and attorneys evaluate fair compensation.
Eyewitness testimony
Black box data and GPS records
Modern commercial trucks are equipped with electronic systems that record vital operational data. Known as 'black boxes' or Event Data Recorders (EDRs), along with GPS trackers, these devices provide crucial insights into what happened before and during a crash.
Eyewitness testimony
Eyewitness testimony provides a human perspective on how a truck accident occurred. While sometimes imperfect, it can add valuable detail and credibility to a case.
Driver fatigue
Fatigue is one of the leading human factors in truck accidents. Long hours on the road, demanding schedules, and insufficient rest put truck drivers at high risk of exhaustion, which can have deadly consequences.