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Cheyenne Truck Accident Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured in a commercial truck accident in Cheyenne or elsewhere in Wyoming, The Advocates can help.

A Truck Accident Attorney Can Help Your Case 

Semi-truck accidents are often devastating due to the size and weight of the vehicles. Victims in smaller vehicles are regularly left with catastrophic injuries and significant medical bills. 

You don’t have to face this adversity alone. The Advocates pride ourselves on our empathy-focused approach to personal injury law. We are ready to fight for fair compensation from your insurance claim. 

Contact our Cheyenne law office for a free case evaluation. We are standing by to help you get what is fair for your case and return to living your life.

The Next Steps In Your Wyoming 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

Finish 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 do not 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.  

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 gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary.

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.

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 several years. It is 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 Legal Professionals Assigned to Your Case  

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have been helping victims navigate their truck accident cases, and we are ready to do the same for you. We are a capable, compassionate legal team who make it our mission to help our clients with all aspects of their recovery, not just negotiation and litigation. 

In addition to providing legal representation, The Advocates are prepared to help you: 

  • Access necessary medical treatment 
  • Find body shops in your area for vehicle repairs 
  • Get a rental car if needed 
  • Communicate with your employer regarding your injuries 
  • Keep track of expenses and paperwork related to your accident 

 

We only get paid if we win your case!

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Wyoming Truck Accident Information

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Common causes of truck accidents 

  • Driver fatigue: Truck drivers work long hours and cover many miles. These factors can result in significant fatigue.
  • Distracted driving: Drivers must always pay attention on the road. Cell phones, media consoles, or myriad other distractions can lead to accidents.
  • Impaired driving: Use of substances, including prescribed medication, can significantly impair driver ability. Don’t drink and drive, and heed warnings on medications.
  • Mechanical failure: Cars are complex machinery; staying on top of maintenance is essential to ensure brakes don’t fail and tires don’t blow out.
  • Improper passing or turning: Commercial trucks have large blind spots that other drivers should be wary of to avoid potential truck crashes.
  • Poor road conditions: Be aware of adverse road conditions. Ice, inadequate maintenance, or steep grades can all be factors in truck wrecks.

Common truck accident injuries  

The injuries from commercial truck accidents are often more severe than other accidents. Common types of truck accident injuries include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Broken bones
  • Whiplash
  • Disfigurement
  • Broken or missing teeth
  • Ligament tears or strains
  • Lacerations and bruising
  • Fatalities

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

Truckers work long, tedious hours and are generally paid by the mile. Because of this, they are incentivized to keep driving, even when tired. Due to these conditions, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) created the Hours of Service Rule. 

The Hours of Service Rule is as follows: 

  • Truckers can drive for 11 hours consecutively after 10 hours off
  • Drivers can be on duty for 14 hours to allow time for logging and various other responsibilities outside of driving
  • Drivers must take a 30-minute break after eight consecutive hours of driving 
  • Two hours may be added to these maximums in adverse conditions

Truckers must adhere to the Hours of Service Rule but should take breaks beyond those requirements as necessary to avoid fatigue. Falling asleep behind the wheel is dangerous when anyone does it, but truckers are especially dangerous.

Truck Accident Responsibility and Damages

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What damages can I seek in my truck accident claim? 

Every case is different, so you should speak to a personal injury attorney to know what you can seek in your specific case. 

As a general guide, some common damages sought by truck accident victims include: 

  • Medical expenses 
  • Property damage 
  • Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity 
  • Non-economic damages like pain and suffering 
  • Funeral and burial expenses in cases of wrongful death 

A personal injury attorney with The Advocates can help you determine what you can seek. Contact our Cheyenne office today for a free case review.

Who is responsible for my commercial vehicle accident? 

Beyond the typical responsibility between the parties involved in an accident, in semi-truck accidents, the companies responsible for training and maintenance of the driver and truck may hold some responsibility. 

If the truck driver was not driving responsibly, they may bear the majority of the fault for the crash. 

Trucking companies employing commercial drivers may be held liable if it is determined that they were not properly training their drivers or maintaining their trucks. 

Truck manufacturers may be held responsible if mechanical failure was responsible for the crash.

An investigation may be conducted to determine the liable parties. Photo and video evidence from the scene, witness testimony, accident reports, maintenance records, the trucker’s activity logs, and the truck’s black box data may all be examined to determine who was at fault in the accident.  

An experienced Cheyenne truck accident attorney can help you file an injury claim if you’ve experienced serious injuries.

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When Should I Hire a Cheyenne Truck Accident Attorney?

Any car accident can leave you feeling uncertain and afraid, and these feelings are only exacerbated when a vehicle as large as a semi-truck is involved. You may be left with significant injuries, mental anguish, and significant monetary troubles.

 The Advocates are here for you. We want to ensure that you feel heard and seen. Our personal injury law firm puts our clients first when dealing with severe injuries after an accident. We want to do what we can to help you get back on track so you can live your life.

 Contact us today for a free consultation. You deserve an attorney who puts you and your needs first. You deserve an Advocate

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