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Omaha Truck Accident Lawyer

Semi-truck accidents often have devastating consequences, leading to catastrophic injuries or fatalities. A Nebraska Advocate can help you and your loved ones recover.

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A Truck Accident Attorney Can Help Your Case

If you’ve been injured in a commercial truck accident, you deserve fierce legal representation to help you recover the damages you have incurred. When recovering from physical injuries and emotional anguish, the last thing you want to spend your time doing is negotiating with insurance companies and keeping track of paperwork.

The Omaha truck accident attorneys with The Advocates are here for you. Our experienced legal team is dedicated to helping injury victims and their families recover. We will fight to hold the responsible party accountable and get you fair compensation for your damages.

We represent accident victims in Omaha, Lincoln, and all over the state of Nebraska. Contact us today for a free consultation.

The Next Steps In Your Nebraska Truck Accident Case

Injury

Check for injuries immediately after your accident

Hire Attorney

Contact The Advocates for legal advice and representation

Treatment

Seek medical care for your injuries

Property Damage

Get your vehicle repaired

Completed Treatment

When you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records

Demand

Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party

Frequently Asked Questions

You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.

Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.

Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We don’t get paid unless we win your case and you receive a settlement.

For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.

Not every accident requires an attorney. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.

Your attorney will build your case, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own.

The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability.

Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.

In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.

When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.

In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.

A Team of Truck Accident Professionals Assigned to Your Case 

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive the compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you. 
We can help you:

  • Investigate your accident
  • Build your case
  • Negotiate with insurance companies
  • Fight for your settlement in court if necessary

We only get paid if we win your case!

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Nebraska Truck Accident Laws and Statistics

Semi-truck accident statistics

  • Around 4% of motor vehicle accidents in Nebraska involve a heavy truck.
  • In fatal truck accidents, most victims are the occupants of passenger vehicles.
  • Around 60% of fatal truck accidents happen in rural areas.
  • Most truck accidents, fatal or not, occur on weekdays.
  • More than half of truck accident fatalities occur in multiple-vehicle crashes.
  • According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), around 87% of truck accidents are the result of driver error.

Common truck accident injuries 

Truck accidents often cause serious injuries, particularly for occupants of smaller vehicles. Some common types of truck accident injuries are:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Internal organ damage
  • Amputation of limbs
  • Broken bones
  • Whiplash
  • Ligament tears or strains
  • Lacerations and bruising

How many hours can a truck driver work at one time?

Because many trucking companies pay their drivers by the mile, truckers are incentivized to keep driving, even when they are tired. This leads to driver fatigue, a common cause of commercial truck accidents. 

To combat this, the FMCSA created the Hours of Service Rule, a federal regulation limiting the amount of time that a trucker may drive without stopping.
The Hours of Service Rule lists the following limitations:

  • Commercial truck drivers may drive a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off-duty.
  • Drivers may only be on-duty, driving or not, for a maximum of 14 consecutive hours.
  • Drivers are required to take a 30-minute break after 8 hours of driving
  • In adverse conditions, the 11-hour and 14-hour maximums may be increased by up to 2 hours.

Who is liable for my truck crash?

Depending on the circumstances surrounding your motor vehicle accident, there may be one or more responsible parties. 

The truck driver may be responsible if they were driving too quickly for road conditions or were breaking traffic laws.

If the trucking company is found to have failed to properly train the driver or was putting unrealistic schedule expectations on the driver, leading them to drive irresponsibly, the company may share in the liability.

If your accident was caused by faulty equipment on the big rig, the truck manufacturer may be found at least partially responsible for the crash.

Nebraska follows a standard of modified comparative negligence, meaning that more than one party may be found liable for a car accident. As long as you are found to be less than 50% responsible, you may recover some compensation. Your settlement amount will be reduced according to the amount of fault assigned to you.

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What damages can I seek in my personal injury case?

After an accident with a large truck, you may be facing significant financial damages. The exact amount you will be able to recover will depend on the severity of your injuries, the amount of treatment you require, and other individual circumstances.

As a general guideline, some common damages sought in personal injury claims include:

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost wages and loss of future earnings
  • Property damage
  • Non-economic damages, like pain and suffering
  • Funeral and burial expenses for the wrongful death of a family member

The best way to know what your case may be worth is to speak with an experienced accident attorney. The Omaha Advocates offer free case evaluations so that you can explore your legal options and decide how to handle your accident.

What Should I Do After an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle in Omaha?

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Move to safety and check for injuries
If possible, move your car out of traffic and onto the shoulder or into a nearby parking lot. Do not leave the scene of the accident.

Check yourself and any passengers for injuries. If anyone has suffered serious injuries (more than minor scrapes and bruises), call 911.

File a police report

Even if you do not call an ambulance, call the police and ask for an officer to be dispatched to the scene. Your auto insurance provider will likely require a police report before approving any claims.

When the officer arrives, do not apologize or speculate on the cause of the accident. Simply give him your account of what happened without assigning blame. An investigation may be conducted to determine who was at fault, but your words and actions may be used against you.

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Exchange information

Whether you are the trucker or the driver of a passenger vehicle, exchange contact and insurance information with the other motorist. Take down the following information:

  • The driver’s name, address, and phone number
  • Their driver’s license number and license plate number
  • Their insurance provider and policy number
  • The trucker’s employer’s name and contact information

Be sure to also get contact information from any witnesses to the crash. Their testimonies may be used to strengthen your case later on.

Take photos and videos of the scene

Gather evidence from the scene by taking pictures of both vehicles from all angles. Be sure to also take pictures of the scene as a whole, including weather and traffic conditions, pavement markings, and any other property damage.

Even if something does not seem important, document it. Your attorney can help you decide what evidence is useful when you are building your case.

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Seek medical treatment

Even if you do not believe you were injured, you should see a medical professional as soon as possible. Inform them that you were involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer. They will be able to look for hidden injuries that you might not be aware of.

In many cases, you will need to be finished treating your injuries before your personal injury claim can settle. The sooner you see a doctor, the better.

Notify your own auto insurance company

Even if you are not at fault, let your insurance provider know about the accident. You may have MedPay coverage that can help cover some of your expenses before your case settles.

If the other driver was uninsured or underinsured, your UM/UIM coverage can help pay for medical bills and other expenses.

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When Should I Hire an Omaha Truck Accident Attorney?

Not every accident requires the help of a personal injury attorney. If your accident caused serious injuries or fatalities, however, it is a good idea to seek a consultation. If you choose to pursue a truck accident claim without legal representation, you may end up leaving money on the table.

The Nebraska truck accident attorneys with The Advocates are ready to take on your case. We will help you gather evidence and medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and take your case to court if necessary. With an Advocate, you are never alone.

In addition to providing experienced legal representation, your Advocate can help you and your family members access medical care and repair property damage. Our team is made up of Nebraska locals, so we can help you find the resources you need in your area.

Contact The Advocates personal injury law firm for a free consultation today. You deserve peace of mind while you recover. You deserve an Advocate.

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