Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawyers in Lubbock, Texas

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Accidents involving large, commercial trucks have become increasingly common over the years. Whether you’ve been in an accident involving a garbage truck, an 18-wheeler, or anything in between, this kind of accident can be devastating. An experienced lawyer will be able to help you navigate the insurance claims process and potential lawsuit to help you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled to. Our Lubbock commercial vehicle accident lawyers are here to help.

If you or a loved one have been hurt in a Lubbock truck accident, call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 today for a 100% free consultation with one of our Lubbock commercial vehicle accident lawyers.

COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ACCIDENT STATISTICS

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5,005 people were killed in crashes involving large trucks in 2019. Seventy-one percent of those killed in large truck-accidents were passengers of other small vehicles, such as passenger vehicles or motorcycles. As for the drivers involved in those fatal crashes, the large truck drivers had a higher percentage  (22.9%) of previously recorded crashes compared to drivers of other vehicle types (motorcycles, 22.0%; passenger cars, 18.9%; and light trucks, 17.8%).

In Texas, 658 fatal large truck accidents occurred in 2019, accounting for 12.6% of the total fatal large truck accidents that occurred in the United States that year. Of the fatalities that occurred in Texas, 77 were large truck drivers and 433 were occupants of the other vehicles involved in the accidents.

WHAT IS A commercial VEHICLE?

In Texas, a “commercial vehicle” is defined as a vehicle which is used on a public highway to transport people or things, and weighs over 26,000 pounds. It may also be designed to transport more than 15 passengers, or is used to transport hazardous materials.

In addition, The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has published regulations which define, among other things, what a commercial vehicle is. Under the definition in these regulations, a commercial vehicle is one that’s driven or towed (meaning a trailer), transporting goods or services, and meets one or more of the following criteria:

• It weighs more than 10,000 pounds: Either the vehicle itself weighs 10,000 pounds, or its max operating weight (i.e. when towing cargo) is over 10,000 pounds.
• It’s transporting nine or more people for commercial purposes: If a vehicle is carrying eight people plus the driver for a commercial purpose, it’s a commercial vehicle.
• It’s transporting more than 15 people for any purpose: Even when no one’s getting paid, if a vehicle is transporting more than 15 people, it’s considered commercial.
• It’s moving hazardous materials: Any size vehicle is commercial if it’s transporting any material the government deems hazardous in quantities that require the vehicle to display a special placard. Even passenger cars can be commercial if they are carrying hazardous material.

Examples of commercial vehicles include delivery trucks, such as FedEx or UPS trucks. Car carriers, 18-wheeler trucks, and garbage trucks are other examples.

WHAT TO DO AFTER A COMMERCIAL TRUCK ACCIDENT

Take the following steps immediately after the accident to protect not only yourself, but also the potential success of your claim. Doing so will also ensure you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled to for your accident.

Take Care of Medical Issues First

The first thing you should do is evaluate the injuries of you and anyone else involved in the accident; next, call 911. If anyone is suffering from serious injuries, alert the 911 operator to this fact, and they will send emergency medical services to the scene along with the police. The police will investigate the scene of the accident and write up a police report.

Gather Information Next

Next, gather the contact and insurance information of anyone involved in the accident. Be sure to get names, phone numbers, and insurance information. If there were witnesses to the accident, collect their names and phone numbers as well.

After collecting information, document the scene of the accident. Take pictures of the scene, as well as of any company logos that are visible on the commercial vehicle(s) involved in the accident.

After Leaving the Accident Scene

Finally, if you were not treated for serious injuries on the scene, be sure to seek medical attention as soon as possible after the accident. Even if you believe you have not suffered any injuries, or that your injuries are minor, it is important to see a doctor anyway because undetected latent injuries can become worse as time goes on.

Find an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney

After taking care of your injuries, filing reports, and documenting the scene of the accident, try to speak with a Lubbock injury lawyer as soon as possible. An experienced personal injury attorney who has handled many similar cases will be able to provide sound advice for your case and walk you through your next steps.

Why This Information is Important

Once you hire a Lubbock injury attorney, the next step in the lawsuit process is for that lawyer to conduct their own investigation into your accident. Your personal injury attorney will contact witnesses to verify or take further statements, research the company who owns the vehicle and employs the driver involved in the accident, and assess the costs related to your injuries.

Armed with this information, your attorney will then begin to negotiate on your behalf with the various insurance companies involved with the accident to try and get you the maximum compensation you are entitled to due to the accident. It is incredibly helpful, for both the  investigation and the negotiation process, for your attorney to have as much detailed information from you as possible. This will speed up both processes and enable you to receive the compensation you are entitled to as soon as possible.

CONTACT LUBBOCK COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ACCIDENT LAWYERS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

Finding the right personal injury lawyer in Texas may seem difficult, but there are plenty of resources available to make the process easier. You can ask friends or family for recommendations, or even use a simple internet search using terms such as “personal injury attorney near me,” “Lubbock accident lawyers,” or “injury lawyer near me.”

Another option when looking for representation is to look for an attorney through the American Bar Association’s online directory. You can also find a lawyer through the Texas State Bar Association’s website or the bar association of Lubbock Area Bar Association’s online directory.

You should choose an accident attorney who has the experience and skill needed to handle commercial vehicle accident cases, and a track record of success in pursing personal injury claims. Zinda Law Group’s personal injury lawyers have experience with truck crash injury claims and an outstanding record of success in handling matters like these for our clients.

Texas Statute of Limitations

As with all personal injury cases, time is of the essence. If you believe that the accident was caused by another’s negligence, contact a lawyer right away, for there are time constraints, such as statutes of limitations, involved in civil cases that determine how long you will have to file your claim.

In Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is found in the Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003. For personal injury cases, the statute of limitations is two years; this means that you would have two years from the date of your accident to file a claim.

If you attempt to file your claim beyond that two-year limit, your claim is barred; this means that it is not allowed and will be dismissed. An experienced Lubbock truck accident attorney will be able to help you determine when you will need to file, and if you are subject to any of the exceptions that exist to “toll” or delay the statute of limitations.

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Zinda Law Group is amazing! My husband was in an accident and they made the process super easy and hassle free. They took care of everything, we are so appreciative for them! They exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be telling everyone we know about them. Thank you Zinda Law for everything!

Andrinna Mendibles

Zinda Law Group is an amazing firm! My case was not without its challenges, but they handled it all in stride. They kept me up to date, kept me informed every step of the way, and ensured I understood the process and all of my options. Burgess, Ryan and their extremely capable staff of Paralegals made a very challenging process as painless as possible. They were kind, compassionate, and patient, and just a real pleasure to work with. I would, and will, recommend them highly to anyone needing an attorney.

Amy V

My experience with Zinda Law Group was pretty awesome. I definitely would recommend their Law firm. Brendan and his team were very friendly, helpful and informative about my case and were able to win as well. I really appreciate all of their hard work and dedication, I highly recommend.Thank you all again for your help and your time.Sincerely,Pat.b

Patrick Bigger

I was very satisfied with the professionalism of my attorney and the paralegals, they helped me threw this accident and got me a great settlement, all while keeping me involved and informed. Zinda law group made me feel comfortable and I trusted them to fight for me. The trust was well placed! Thank Yous, I appreciate all that Yous done for me and my family!!

David Ramos

I’ve had such a great experience with Zinda law group! They’ve handled everything relatively quickly and professionally. They really have made my life a lot easier. I recommend anyone dealing with auto accidents (or similarly) to Zinda Law group.I felt I was very important to them and that my feelings and thoughts were validated. They treated me with much care and respect, not like “just another client”. I couldn’t have asked for a better team.

Bree Fultz

I truly recommend Zinda law group they truly helped me and my family during such a hard hard time. Very accommodating they work extremely hard to make sure that you are compensated from start to finish they made it happen and made a rough time a lot smoother than I could of ever imagined thank you all for everything if you are looking for a lawyer that goes above beyond look no further Michael will get you taken care of!

lena shannon

Zinda Law did an excellent job for us from start to finish. They communicated clearly and their staff was great! My son Nic was in a car accident and had an injury to his eye. Zinda Law took care of everything start to finish and obtained the maximum amount possible from insurance for his injury.

Shelly Ruedin

I am so glad I called Zinda law group. being hit by a drink driver was the worst experience of my life physically and emotionally. As soon as I reached out they got the ball rolling with all my medical needs. They were in contact with all of my appointments and made my recovery as smooth as possible. I would definitely without a doubt recommend them. A huge shout out to Shivangi for taking over and fighting for what my family and I deserved.

Veronica Portillo

My experience with Zinda Law Group has been OUTSTANDING! Big shoutout to Joe Caputo and his team!I was the passenger in a terrible car accident that left me needing medical attention. The person at faults insurance company reassured me that my medical bills would be taken care of. However, that was not the case. I started receiving multiple calls from debt collectors, and bill after bill by mail. The driver’s insurance company no longer returned my calls, and emails went unanswered. I was so stressed and over my head with how to handle the situation. It was time to call the pros! As soon as I made the call to Zinda Law Group, Joe and his team I were on it! I no longer received calls from debt collectors, so I knew action was taken immediately. I was informed every step of the way, and every call/email was answered. Had I called sooner, I would have never gone through all that stress. I was treated like a friend, not just a client.Thank you Zinda Law Group!

KJ Matocha

I hired Zinda for a crazy situation involving an 18 wheeler where an object flew off a trailer and blasted through my windshield.I reached out to Zinda and spoke with Michael Cupero, my attorney at Zinda, after the accident once I realized this is affecting my day to day life in a significant way (PTSD from a "Final Destination" type of incident) and Michael was nothing short of fantastic through the entire process.The Zinda team, including Michael and Mary-Catherine Holt and several others, guided me through the entire process from initial settlement offers, filing the lawsuit, depositions, the whole 9.They listened to my concerns, provided clarity and perspective when needed, and not once did I feel that my best interest was not at the forefront of their actions and behavior through my experience as a client.Thank you Michael, Mary-Catherine and Zinda!If you want a team that will treat you with professionalism, respect, and understanding then do yourself a favor and reach out to Zinda!

Dyllan Larson

Extremely professional and communicative . They explained the process as we went along and made it very clear weighting pros and cons. They understood my pain and my worries but kept their expertise always on the top of things finding elements for me to win my case. I am thankful to have had Zinda Law Group to support me during those two years as it finalized and I can keep on living.

vero dupont

My experience with Zinda law group has been wonderful from start to finish. Natasha and Emily explained everything very well and answered any questions I had, communicated well throughout the whole process , and handled the case very professionally, they worked very hard on my case I would definitely highly recommend to friends and family.

Shanece Mandonado

I found myself in a situation where I needed legal representation. After looking over reviews in the area, I decided to contact Natasha at Zinda law group in the hopes that she could represent me . Natasha put me at ease with her responsiveness and her ability to accommodate my last minute needs. I had no idea what to expect. It felt like a wave of relief knowing that you're working with a professional that knows what she's doing, and knows how to get things done quickly and efficiently. I appreciate the time and attention that Natasha put into my case. I hope I won't be needing their services again in the future, but I would absolutely contact them again if I do. Thanks again

Kyle Miller

I am very satisfied with the service and the outcome of my case.Since the first phone call, and every step of the way until the end, Zinda Law was on top of every detail pertaining to my auto accident case.The case is now closed, and looking back, they made every step of the process easy and manageable. They were very thorough in explaining the different scenarios, and extremely transparent with all the possible outcomes.Thank you to every person who aided in the success of my case, all of whom were exceptional in their tasks and working as a team.

Jorge Estevez

The Zinda Law Group was outstanding in helping me with my aunts case. My two Attorneys Neil and Shivangi were very compassionate, kind, eager to help, and really listen carefully and attentively to my case about my aunt. My aunt got hit by a driver while crossing the street and killed. I went after the guys insurance; although, this doesn't bring back my aunt, but allows for this not to happen to other people like this in her case. These attorneys worked very hard and efficiently to bring the justice that they saw fit. When I had a question they explained in terms I understood and not above and beyond me. I appreciate it when people can come down to my level and not intimidate and use trepidation on someone in feeling like they are the fly while they're the spider waiting for the right moment for the fly to walk into its web.Neil and Shivangi always whenever they called asked me how I was at the beginning of our conversations and is there anything I needed at the end of each call. Each call they made to me, was made very professional, personable and felt heart felt as if you were part of the family. At the end of each subject matter they always asked, "Do you have any questions for me before we go to the next thing we need to talk about?" They always wanted to make sure I understood everything before the next item we needed to talk about. These guys really are good and want to please the client anyway they can I thought; when I first started talking to them. I give them above and beyond a 5-Star rating if there was such a thing. I Highly Recommend The Zinda Law Group to Anyone who needs them. This is what I give them if I could!!💯💯💯💯💯 and👍👍👍👍👍 and⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❗❗❗THANK YOU TO NEIL, SHIVANGI, MARA AND TO EVERYONE AT THE ZINDA LAW GROUP WHO WORKED ON MY CASE!! I APPRECIATE YOU ALL!

Tom M.

I would like to recognize a fantastic attorney named Joe Caputo from Zinda Law Group. I was involved in an auto accident that had many complicated moving parts that were hard to navigate and understand as a victim. Joe was so gracious and spent quality time explaining what courses of action I needed to take as a victim to protect myself. Joe was also diligent in following up with me regarding my case and provided guides and checklists that were extremely helpful to keep things organized and moving. Joe was always readily available for my questions and responded promptly. Joe Caputo's excellent counsel ensured I protected myself when dealing with the opposing insurance company and ensured the best possible outcome for my case. Joe's expertise in personal injury lawsuits helped alleviate the stress and anxiety that follows the aftermath of an auto accident. Thanks again Joe! You are truly an amazing, kind person and attorney!

Katherina Walker

Zinda Law was incredibly amazing. I had the pleasure of working with Michael and his incredibly hard working team after my wreck in November. They went above and beyond keeping up with my health, bills, insurance companies, all that fun stuff I had no time for. After what felt like such a short amount of time, they were able to win every last penny from the "bad guys" insurance (loved that term). I couldn't happier, and even though I went through something traumatic, it was still the best experience I could have ever asked for. Thank you Michael and everyone that helped with my case, yall are the best!!

Allie Scott

My attorney was Christina , she and her team gave me the best outcome for my case .I am giving an honesty review at first I was very upset because I kept getting moved around and I never knew who I was talking to because they switch attorneys and kept changing my paralegals.. I was going to go with another law firm but Christina helped me with my case from then on out and she worked around my schedule to talk to me which I appreciate. Also my last law firm took 30 percent, and this one took 33 percent which I wasn’t to happy so just a heads up. Overall I rate this 4 stars cause I’m just happy the case is over with and I get to go back to my life.Update: I just received another call from my attorney and they have worked to negotiate my case with the billing and have put more money in my pocket. All the money that I had spent while working on the case has came back to me. I can fully move on and say that I have gain every penny that was lose during those hard times. I’m so happy and thankful to Zinda law group!!!!!!

Julie Nguyen

Zinda Law Group did an excellent job with my case. The staff was super friendly and super effective as far as communicating with me throughout the entire case. I highly recommend Zinda Law Group for your next case and for any of your future cases. 5 Stars across the board thank you so much for everything!

Joe Jones

Joh Harper, Priyonka Bhikha, and the rest of the team gave my case a quick and satisfactory conclusion. The attorney, Mr. Harper did an absolutely amazing job keeping me on the same page as far as the case goes. Honestly, if anybody is hurt in a car wreck or another personal injury case, I WILL STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU SPEAK TO THEM.

Jake The fox

I was in a motor vehicle collision about two years ago. From the minute I picked up the phone to speak with a representative to the case finally settling, it was a great experience. I worked with Burgess Williams and his team (Kathy, Ryan, and Linda) throughout the process. They were all very professional and helpful when I needed them the most.

Paul Tharp

Great Firm. I was in motorcycle accident- T-boned at a full stop with my daughter riding on back. Zinda's team was instantly responsive. Christina was very compassionate, organized and scheduled time before every legal event to discuss goals and overview. The process was 2 years but during that time the lawyers and staff (John and Shane were also great) were always available and understanding. The team is focused on doing what is right and by the book. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone who is suffering from a motorcycle accident.

Private Site

Jason Aldridge and his paralegal Mara did an absolutely amazing job on my case. They were very responsive to all emails, calls and even texts. They treated me with dignity and respect from start to finish. I never once felt like my case was at the back of the list or anything. Not only did they explain and walked me through everything, they got me the help I needed and a final outcome over what I had expected. I would highly recommend this law firm, Jason and Mara to anyone seeking legal assistance.

Estopot

Highly Recommended-100% Satisfied!.From the initial phone call I felt confident I chose the right firm. They explained the process and I was always in the loop, even when we were at a stand still. Very grateful I was quickly referred to them by a friend who had a similar case. Both of us are happy with the end result. Thank you!

Philip de Leon

My team of lawyer were very professional and communicated extremely clearly. They kept me updated on their status and did not make me worry at all about my situation. They explained everything to me very well and put things into simple terms for my understanding. I am very satisfied with their performance.

JESSIE- PICHIN HUANG

I would recommend them to anyone that's been involved in an accident and feels skeptical in engaging an attorney.When one gets into an accident, you're traumatized, confused, angry and helpless.That was me last year, getting all kinds of advice becomes your next norm, to use or not to use an attorney.I was in so much pain from my injuries but at the same time knew I had to act fast.I called Zinda Law Group for consultation, they took my case seriously and treated me with respect, they were very professional and understanding.Elizabeth, kudos to you, you're true to your word, Integrity should be your last name.Jason Aldridge my attorney went to work immediately, he assured me that all be well and I should concentrate on my healing and he will do the rest. Thank your Sir, You did just that.His team, Mara, Zuleyma and Andrew, they all become my support system, so professional and lots of respect in each and everyphone call or email. Thank you guys.I would recommend anyone to use Zinda Law Group.

Jane Githure

I honestly loved not dealing with the hospital bills while I was recuperating. It gave me peace of mind going through this process and Zinda took care of everything. They found awesome health providers for me and haven't had to worry about anything while they've been taking my case. I've been well informed, communicated with, responded to and understood by Zinda. They have been efficient and effective while working on my case and I'm so glad I choose to go with this law firm.

Christian

When I was injured in a car accident in March of 2020 the insurance companies were not concerned with my well being. I called Zinda Law group & spoke with Reagan, who went over my concerns & later had Jono contact me. After reviewing my information with Jono my case was immediately put in motion. I worked mainly with Sam Thomas who truly was a blessing to me, he was very supportive & genuinely concerned with my well being, everything wasn't simply about the case it was about me being healed & getting the proper treatment that I needed. Sam was also emotionally supportive when I went through several losses in my family & is a great friend. In all everyone was extremely supportive & all worked for me which was quite a different legal experience for me from Law groups in my past. I was well supported, always informed, treated with respect & made the priority in all decisions. Zinda Law Group made sure I was compensated completely & that I didn't have financial stresses over hospital bills after all was said & done. Sam, Katrina, Mary Catherine, Reagan & Jono I just want to thank you & all of Zinda for the incredible experience & the wonderful caring people that you all are, you are truly Golden in your field.

Kathryn Shelton

They helped me after I got into car accident, they are such a great professional business. I would honestly recommend them to anyone that would need help after a car accident for sure, they kept me up to date with everything that was happening on with my case. I had multiple people working on my said case and they were very professional and nice whenever they had called me and kept it very simple for me to understand what was actually going on. I'm extremely happy that I had found them and went with them to help me and I'm so thankful for them. 10/10 would recommend!

Silver Hunter

I am so glad I got in touch with Zinda! My car accident occurred just 4 days prior to moving, during the busiest week of the year at my job, and just a week before the quarantine was declared a new reality for all of us. Everyone at Zinda remained persistent, supportive, and most of all advocated for me throughout such a chaotic time. I’ll always be grateful for the care they took to make sure my health and well-being were taken care of. So super grateful to know that a split second mistake someone else made doesn’t have to dictate my life. Thanks!

Emily Miller

My experience with Zinda Law Group was better than expected. After an accident that totalled my car, I reached out and was paired with a wonderful attorney. She communicated frequently and responded to my calls and texts in a timely manner. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and answered all of my questions. I was kept in the loop during every step of the process. I would call Zinda Law if I ever need this type of support again.

Caitlin Coburn

I had an excellent experience working with the attorneys at Zinda Law Group! They were knowledgeable, professional and patient. They walked me through every step of the long process of getting treatment after my car wreck and kept me updated with timeframes and next steps. I would absolutely recommend anyone working with them!

Natalie Staples

They helped me with so much! I had a dog bite happen 2019 and it was very heart breaking! This law group made everything so easy to help me through a rough time! John Rogers and Shane Eckert were very easy to talk to and open about if I needed to talk about frustrations I had with bills. Everything got closed before Christmas and I was so blessed! I highly recommend them no matter what! Thank you guys so much!

Morgan Makomaski

Zinda Law Group helped me with my personal injury case after an auto accident. I was hurt pretty badly and I wasn't sure which attorney to call, I looked at reviews for Zinda Law and called right away.Kaitlin Nares and her team were so responsive and helpful. Kaitlin called me right away and helped me navigate through a very difficult process and time in my life. Being hurt in a car accident changes you!!! My case settled for more than I thought it would, and a lot quicker. I know sometimes things are more complicated, but my case was settled in only 3 months after my accident. Mary-Catherine was also so helpful in making sure everything was finalized! I have referred two people who have recently been in auto accident because it's not IF, its WHEN these days... I usually don't write reviews unless I feel strongly about sharing my experience to help others! Thank you!!!

hannah kozloff

I ended up getting hit by a car when I was at school at the age of 17. My whole life ended up changing after that accident and because of family matters I wasn't able to get help till I was 18. I found Zinda law firm and I can swear to anyone these guys will help you! I thought I wasn't gonna get justice till the members of Zinda proved me wrong. They got me all the help I needed and Justice was served because of them. I will forever be grateful!

Laci Justice

I was referred here by a family member. Our lawyer jason and his team did and amazing job. They kept me updated in everything made sure I understood what was going on. My son was hit by a van in the hospital jason came right over. He's awesome so much down to earth straight forward. I would recommend him and his firm to everyone and I have thank you zinda but most of all thank you Jason for being there for us for being a friend

Minnie 512atx

Zinda Law Group was recommended to me from another satisfied client and I certainly received excellent service. The attorneys and staff are very proactive with communication and I knew every step of the way what was happening on my case. I never felt pressured with decision making and they went above & beyond to answer questions with satifactory explanations. This is a very professional group of attorneys & support staff. In addition, they were willing to meet me at a location more convenient for me. I appreciated their concern for my time.

Melissa Nadlman

Could not speak highly enough of the firm. I was involved in my first accident and thankfully had Zinda Law Group supporting me through the scary time. Jono took care of me every step of the way. He made me feel like I was a priority through the entire process. A big thank you to Jono and the rest of the Zinda crew!

Aude Sandot

At this time we want to thank Zinda Law Group for taking our case and handling in a fast professional manner. During our tragic personal injury event we found comfort knowing Zinda Law was handling every detail of our case and exceeded our expectations. No one wakes up in the morning expecting tragedy to strike, but if it does we would highly recommend Zinda Law Group to anyone that should need their service. A very special thanks to everyone that worked diligently on our behalf.Sincerely,Blane and Cindy Colbert

Blane and Cindy colbert

When I come to Zinda Law Group with my case, I didn't know what to Expect. And I meet Joe Caputo, and I was unsure of his experience and that He would represent my best interest because he was young...lol . But after I Started to work with Joe and getting to know him and his staff I realize that That they truly were concern about my best interest. And through all the Doctors appointments and the travel arrangements Amanda Kenney made Sure everything was correct. I never meet Amanda In person, but we have talk so much on the phone... She is truly a Remarkable person and an asset to Zinda Law Group and Laura as well.Joe Caputo I take my hat off to you Sir. And thank you for the job you Have done you are truly a professional attorney. And I will recommend You and Zinda Law Group to anyone needing a professional attorney.May GOD continue to bless you and this Law firm.

Tyrone Lucas

Zinda Law Group has been in my corner and fighting for what I deserve every since my accident. Jason was my lawyer & he explained the process step by step and always kept me updated on new information. They are constantly there to help with any questions I may have had, and are extremely compassionate. I am definitely happy with my decision to choose Zinda Law Group to represent me. They are AWSOME!

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HOW YOU RECOVER DAMAGES: PROVING LIABILITY

To recover damages from a person or company for the costs associated with your accident, you must prove that the person or entity is liable or negligent. To prove negligence in a personal injury case, four elements must be met: duty of care, breach of duty, damages, and causation.

Duty of Care Owed

The first element of a negligence claim is duty of care. To satisfy this element, your attorney must prove that the other party or parties involved owed a duty of care towards you.

To owe a duty of care means that the other party was required to take certain actions or precautions to prevent an accident from occurring. Large trucks usually owe this duty of care to others on the road due to the dangerous nature of the vehicles they drive. The companies that employ these drivers also generally owe a duty of care to maintain their trucks in safe operating condition.

Breach of That Duty

Once your Lubbock truck accident lawyer determines that the other party owes a duty of care, they then must prove that the other party breached, or failed to meet, that duty of care. This means that the other party failed to take certain precautions to prevent an accident from occurring or took certain actions that breached the duty of care, such as speeding or failing to signal.

Damages

After your Lubbock injury lawyer has proven that you were owed a duty of care, and that duty has been breached by the other party, they will then need to prove that you suffered damages as a result of that breach. Examples of the damages that satisfy this element include physical injuries, emotional trauma, and property damage. In claims involving wrongful death, the victim’s death usually satisfies this damages requirement.

Causation

Finally, once your Lubbock injury attorney has shown you were owed a duty of care, that the duty was breached, and that you have suffered damages as a result, he or she still must prove that the other party’s breach of their duty was the direct cause of your accident. This typically means that if not for the other party’s negligent action, you would not have suffered these damages.

WHAT YOU CAN RECOVER

You may be able to recover the costs associated with your injury and recovery through a personal injury claim. The severity of your injury and the amount of time it takes for you to recover directly affects the amount of compensation for a personal injury action.

Your injury may leave you unable to work or perform daily tasks, and you might require ongoing medical care and extensive rehabilitative therapy. You may be able to recover the costs in the form of compensatory damages; an experienced personal injury lawyer can assist you in recovering the maximum compensation you are entitled to.

Recoverable damages include both economic and noneconomic damages. Economic damages are the actual, monetary costs of your injury. Noneconomic damages cover the mental and emotional toll the injury has taken on your life and are recovered in the form of compensation for pain and suffering. The following are common economic and noneconomic damages you may be entitled to recover:

Medical Bills

You may be able to recover the cost of medical bills you have paid out of pocket since the accident. This includes doctor’s visits, physical therapy and rehabilitation, and medication. You may also be able to recover the costs of any future appointments, medication, or treatments necessary for your recovery.

Lost Wages

If you are out of work due to your injury, you may recover what you would have earned from the time of the accident until you can return to work; these are part of your economic damages.

Diminished Earning Capacity

In addition to lost wages, you may be able to recover loss of earning capacity. Your injuries from the accident may prevent you from going back to your job or working at another job for similar compensation. As a result, you may be able to recover the difference between what you were earning before the accident and what you are earning now.

Mental Anguish

Your non-economic damages include pain and suffering that result from the accident. There are emotional and mental tolls that an accident takes on a person and their family. You may be able to recover for this mental anguish itself, and the cost of mental health treatment that may stem from the accident.

HOW ZINDA LAW GROUP CAN HELP

If you or a loved one have been involved in a commercial vehicle accident in the Lubbock area, you will want one of our expert attorneys by your side to help you navigate the difficult insurance claims process, to ensure you are protected and compensated. You are likely experiencing an immense amount of mental and financial strain after your accident, and we at Zinda Law Group will do everything we can to help you during this difficult time.

Our experienced personal injury lawyers will guide you through the often-complex legal system to help file your claim and ensure you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled to. We will take care of the legal work so you can focus on yourself and your family during this time of recovery. If we do not win your case, you will not pay any fees; this is our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.

If you or a loved one has suffered recently from an injury after a Lubbock truck accident, call Zinda Law Group today at (800) 863-5312 for a free consultation with one of our  Lubbock commercial vehicle accident lawyers.

Meetings with attorneys are available by appointment only.

Our Awards

AWARDED TO JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDA BY THE NATIONAL TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION (2016-2020)

AWARDED TO JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDA (2009, 2011-2012, 2014-2021), JOE CAPUTO (2019-2021), BURGESS WILLIAMS (2019-2020), & NEIL SOLOMON (2020-2021)

AWARDED TO JACK ZINDA (2016-2020), JOE CAPUTO (2016 – 2020) & BURGESS WILLIAMS (2016-2017)

LIFETIME MEMBERS JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDA & JOE CAPUTO