Wrongful death damages
When a truck accident results in a fatality, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim. These damages aim to compensate loved ones for both financial and emotional losses.
Wrongful death
Non-economic damages: pain and suffering, emotional distress
Unlike economic damages, non-economic damages compensate for the intangible losses that cannot be measured with receipts or invoices but deeply affect victims’ lives after a truck accident.
Steps in filing a complaint
Filing a lawsuit after a truck accident begins with the formal complaint. This legal document initiates the case and outlines the plaintiff’s claims against the defendants.
Statutes of limitations in different states
The statute of limitations sets the legal deadline for filing a lawsuit. In truck accident cases, this timeframe varies by state and can determine whether a victim has the right to pursue compensation.
Key differences between truck and car accidents
Although both involve motor vehicles, truck accidents differ significantly from car accidents in terms of scale, complexity, and legal implications.