Legal precedents set by major verdicts
Major truck accident verdicts not only compensate victims but also establish legal precedents. These rulings influence how future cases are litigated, shaping liability, damages, and evidence standards.
Repeated safety violations
Notable state-level case precedents
State courts across the U.S. have issued influential rulings in truck accident cases. These precedents shape how liability, damages, and regulations are interpreted at the state level.
Punitive damages in cases of gross negligence
While most damages in truck accident cases are compensatory, punitive damages are different. They are awarded not to compensate the victim but to punish especially reckless behavior and deter future misconduct.