Don’t let a New York truck accident wreck your future

While any auto accident can have devastating results, New York truck accidents are notoriously dangerous.
A small car stands no chance when pitted against a large semi-trailer or other commercial truck. No matter the cause of the accident, it seems the occupant of the smaller vehicle almost always ends up with the brunt of the injuries.
If you've been hurt in a New York truck accident, you are likely dealing with serious injury. Perhaps you're struggling with the pain of numerous fractures, internal injuries or back injury. Or maybe you're facing permanent damage from a traumatic brain injury or paralysis.
Truck accidents generally involve serious injuries that require expensive, long-term care, so it's a good idea to consult with an experienced New York truck accident attorney who can help you negotiate a sizeable settlement to cover those expenses.
Unfortunately, while the injuries associated with a truck accident are often more serious, the compensation to pay for those expensive medical bills can also be more difficult to obtain on your own.
Why is that?
Simply put, a New York truck accident is more complicated than an ordinary auto accident for two reasons:
1. More people have a vested interest in the outcome.
In an accident involving a commercial vehicle, you are not dealing with just the driver. Others who may be partially responsible for paying for your injuries include the company who hired the driver, the owner of the truck itself, the mechanic, multiple insurance companies that have policies on the truck or driver, and more. It can be confusing to determine where to place the blame and especially frustrating if they try to pass the buck to someone else.
2. Numerous regulations oversee the trucking industry.
A simple investigation into a truck accident is cumbersome and time-consuming due to the dozens of federal and state regulations that oversee the trucking industry. Laws that could make a difference in the outcome of your New York truck personal injury lawsuit include:

• Limits on how many hours a truck driver can go without stopping
  
• Limits on how many hours a truck driver can work in any given week
  
• Load weight restrictions
  
• Regulations dealing specifically with hazardous material transportation
  

Don't face a "Goliath" trucking company on your own!
When a commercial vehicle is involved in an accident, the trucking company usually brings in its own team of investigators and lawyers. These people are experienced in handling truck accident cases and want to save their company money. They are often reluctant to accept your version of the story or pay you damages in a timely fashion.
You, on the other hand, likely have little experience in accident lawsuits and know little about the numerous regulations surrounding trucking companies.
Rather than trying to deal with the overwhelming legal aspects of a New York truck crash on your own, talk to a Saratoga accident lawyer who has experience with truck accident claims.
With personal service from Saratoga truck accident attorney Brian Lee, you can expect help through every step of the complicated process, including:

• Filing a claim with the right insurance company
  
• Dealing with the truck company's investigators
  
• Finding out which trucking regulations were in place and valid at the time of the accident and how that affects your case
  
• Determining a medical plan for any future doctor or physical therapy bills
  
• Going to court if the compensation offered is not adequate or is unnecessarily delayed
  

Attorney Lee and his staff have experience representing those injured in New York motor vehicle accidents, and they are well qualified to help you get the best settlement possible.
Call us today at 518-587-1380 or fill out our online form. Don't let the truck companies drive all over you - get an experienced attorney on your side and take back control of your future.