Mississippi Truck Accident Attorney

You Deserve Legal Help With No Upfront Fees

A truck accident can cost you tens of thousands of dollars in medical bills and lost wages in the first few weeks or months alone. Most people don’t have that kind of money saved up. When you add on the expected cost of legal help, we know it keeps many people from getting the representation they deserve.

That is why we partner with law firms who take truck crash cases on contingency. You don’t pay a cent upfront; your lawyer’s fee depends on your case. You only pay your personal injury lawyer if they win. And the payment is never out of your pocket. Your Mississippi truck accident lawyer takes their fee from the settlement or award they recover for you.

When you call us for help with your injury case, there is no financial risk.

What Compensation Can a Lawyer Help Me Recover in a Truck Accident Case?

The compensation you can recover in a truck accident case depends on the specifics of your injuries and losses. However, our co-counsels commonly obtain the following for injured people and their families.

Medical Bills

Truck accident injuries are often quite extensive. You may be dealing with traumatic brain injuries, amputations, spinal cord injuries, crush injuries, broken bones, internal bleeding, organ damage, and facial injuries. These injuries can cost tens of thousands or even millions in treatment costs alone. You may be able to recover compensation for:

• Emergency treatment costs
• Emergency transportation (e.g., ambulance or medevac)
• Surgeries
• Skin grafts
• Assistive devices
• Prescription medications
• Hospitalizations
• Copays
• Future care costs

Lost Wages

It can take weeks or months to recover from truck accident injuries. In many cases, you will be at a limited capacity or unable to work. These losses are likely recoverable.

Lost Earning Capacity

Truck accident injuries can be severe enough to force you to change jobs or retire. If your injuries affect your ability to work in the future, you may be able to recover these losses.

Miscellaneous Expenses

You may be able to recover compensation for almost any accident-related expenses. These could include:

• Transportation costs to and from doctor’s appointments
• Parking at doctor’s appointments or the hospital
• Renovating your home or vehicle

Pain and Suffering

Truck accidents can cause considerable pain and suffering. You should receive compensation for this and other non-economic losses.

Wrongful Death Damages

Truck accidents are all too often fatal. If you lost a loved one, please accept our most sincere condolences. We know you are likely not concerned about taking legal action now. However, a wrongful death claim could keep your family afloat while you grieve and get used to your new normal. You may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages and benefits
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Your loved one’s pain and suffering
• Lost society and companionship

Your lawyer will investigate your or your loved one’s accident and determine the damages you can recover.

Why Choose The Goldwater Law Firm for Help With a Mississippi Truck Accident Case

Several things set our firm apart from others.

We Have a Decadeslong History of Results

We have been fighting for injured people across the nation for 20 years. As such, we are one of the most widely recognized firms in the country. We are proud of that reputation and protect it by partnering with some of the largest and most successful firms in Mississippi.

We Are the Gold Standard of Injury Law

Our mission is to help injured people get the justice they deserve. We go above and beyond for our clients to ensure they have the best possible chance at a favorable outcome. And while we care about your case, we also care about you. We support you and your family with no upfront fees throughout this process.

We Have a Large Pool of Resources

Our co-counsels have unlimited access to our large pool of industry experts and specialists, including accident reconstruction experts, medical providers, and drug experts. These resources can help your lawyer build a robust case for the justice and compensation you need.

We Treat You Like You Deserve to Be Treated

A truck accident is a scary experience. You are likely angry and confused. You deserve compassion, empathy, and someone who will fight for you. That’s us.

We Never Stop Fighting for Justice

Insurance companies and other corporations have taken advantage of injured people for decades to make themselves money. We refuse to stand by and allow that to happen. We pair clients with the right co-counsel who will fight for the justice they deserve.

What Our Law Firm Partners Will Do for You

When a Mississippi commercial truck accident lawyer from our law firm partners handles your truck wreck case, you can expect them to:

• Investigate your accident
• Gather evidence from all involved parties, which may require sending a spoliation letter to the trucking company
• Identify all liable parties, including the truck driver, trucking company, cargo company, shipping company, or manufacturer
• Manage communications with all involved parties, including the trucking company and insurance company
• Negotiate for a fair settlement that covers your injuries and losses
• File a lawsuit within the applicable deadlines
• Prepare your case for court if necessary
• Represent you in court

We manage every aspect of your case so you can focus on your recovery or caring for an injured loved one.

What to Do After a Truck Accident in Mississippi

In many cases, truck accident victims are too injured to perform many of these tasks. However, if you are able, do as many of the following as possible:

• Stay calm.
• Call 9-1-1. The dispatcher can send police officers and EMS to the scene. This is very important as you want to diagnose and begin treatment for your injuries as soon as possible. This also means law enforcement will draft a police report that your lawyer can use as evidence.
• Assess yourself and others for injuries. Note any pain, soreness, or discomfort, even if it seems minor. Your adrenaline could be masking symptoms of severe injuries.
• Take photos of the accident scene.
• Do not speculate about what the truck driver was doing. You are likely angry and scared, especially if you saw the truck driver weaving in and out of lanes, swerving, or speeding; however, you don’t want to accuse them of being distracted or under the influence. Let the police officers do their job and determine what happened.
• Get eyewitness contact information. An unbiased account of the truck driver’s actions directly before the crash can help support your case. Your attorney can interview them at a later time.
• Call The Goldwater Law Firm as soon as possible to connect with a Mississippi 18-wheeler truck accident lawyer near you.

How Long Do I Have to Take Action for a Truck Accident?

In some cases, our law firm partners may need to file a lawsuit to get the compensation you need. Mississippi law limits how long injured parties have to file a lawsuit after accidents caused by other parties. You have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit in Mississippi.

If you attempt to file your lawsuit after this time limit expires, the court will likely reject your case. While you can continue settlement negotiations with the insurance company, you won’t have any leverage. This means the insurer will likely offer you a lowball settlement you must take. That is why you must get started quickly and connect with a Mississippi truck accident lawyer today.