The trucking industry has grown dramatically over the past decade, putting more commercial vehicles on Ohio’s highways and increasing the likelihood of serious accidents. When you’re injured in a truck accident, you need an aggressive law firm with the resources to take on big trucking companies and their insurance teams. At Schiff & Associates, our Columbus truck accident attorneys have won millions in truck accident settlements, including a $6 million recovery. With over 40 years of experience and the size and resources of our firm, we can handle the insurance companies and everything that comes with these complex and often traumatic cases.
10 Reasons to Choose Schiff & Associates
as Your Truck Accident Attorney in Columbus
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Truck Accident:
Attorney Terry Hummel breaks down what you need to know after a truck accident.
“Truck accident cases require specialized expertise. We analyze the truck’s electronic data recorder and work with specialized experts to establish what happened. Commercial truck drivers are held to higher federal standards regarding hours of operation, vehicle maintenance, and safety protocols. These cases involve complex regulatory compliance issues and typically result in more severe injuries, which is why having an attorney with specific trucking accident experience is absolutely critical.”
– Attorney Zach Schiff
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Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Accidents in Ohio
Immediately. Trucking companies often dispatch investigation teams to accident scenes within hours. You need someone protecting your interests just as quickly. Evidence disappears quickly and witnesses become harder to locate. The longer you wait, the weaker your case becomes.
There are multiple potentially liable parties, including the truck driver, trucking company, maintenance providers, loading companies, and truck or parts manufacturers. Our Columbus truck accident attorneys identify all responsible parties.
Ohio follows a comparative negligence rule. As long as you are less than 51% at fault, you can still recover compensation, though your award will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and in some cases, punitive damages for particularly reckless behavior.
Ohio’s statute of limitations for truck and car accidents where negligence is caused is two years from the date of the accident. However, evidence disappears quickly in these cases, so contact us as soon as possible.
If you’re physically able, take photos of the accident scene, vehicles, and damage. Trucking companies dispatch investigation teams immediately, so documenting evidence yourself is crucial in the event that your attorney cannot get to the scene immediately.
Truck accidents cause more severe injuries due to the massive size and weight of commercial trucks. Trucks are governed by federal regulations on driving hours, weight limits, and maintenance requirements. Common causes include driver fatigue, improper loading, poor maintenance, inadequate training, and pressure to meet tight deadlines. These cases require specialized experts and often involve multiple liable parties beyond just the driver, including the trucking company, maintenance providers, and loading companies.
Taking on Big Trucking Companies Across Ohio from Our Columbus Base
While our main focus is serving Columbus and the surrounding communities, Schiff & Associates represents truck accident victims throughout Ohio. As a Columbus-based firm with deep local roots, we understand the regional trucking routes, state regulations, and local court systems in ways that national firms simply cannot. Our clients appreciate working with attorneys who are invested in the Columbus community rather than out-of-town trucking companies’ legal teams.
Don’t face the trucking company and their team of lawyers alone. Contact our Columbus truck accident lawyers today for your free consultation and let us fight for the compensation you deserve.
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