Someone who has experience with dealing with commercial vehicle accidents, and who isn’t afraid to use that experience to make sure you receive the fairest compensation possible after your accident. A commercial vehicle accident lawyer at Charbonnet Law Firm would understand this; they would want to be the one you can depend on no matter what.
A commercial vehicle is usually a truck or bus that is a commercial company licences and uses to transport goods, services, or paying passengers. The commercial company that employs them typically insures these vehicles. Being involved in an accident with a truck that meets that description means that you have been involved in a commercial vehicle accident.
According to Louisiana Crash Data Reports, there were 223 accidents involving commercial vehicles in Jefferson Parish in 2017 alone. Of these 223 accidents, 4 involved fatalities and 226 involved injured parties. Looking at these statistics, there’s a chance that a loved one, a friend, an acquaintance, or maybe even yourself has been in one of these accidents. A commercial vehicle accident can be a terrifying and emotionally scarring experience. We’re here to make sure that you experience the least amount of pressure during this time; we’ll do everything we can to get you the money you’re owed.
In the meantime, you should take pictures of the accident and the damage done to both vehicles. This allows you to have a record of the damage sustained by both vehicles; this could help you with your case down the line. Make sure you have pictures of the injuries sustained by you or any members of your party. This will help you obtain a more accurate compensation so that you can cover medical bills and car repair expenses.