West Virginia Coal Truck Accident Lawyer

Wrongful Deaths and Injury

Many coal truck drivers obey the safety rules and conduct themselves well when operating these vehicles in West Virginia. These vehicles can weigh 50 tons or more and when a driver is negligent, many types of injuries or a wrongful death can be the devastating final result. Frequently, the driver of the truck is unscathed while the victims in the other vehicle suffer serious injury. In these cases, it is vital to have experienced legal representation by a West Virginia coal mining accident attorney from the Fitzsimmons Firm.

National Highway Traffic Safety and Administration (NHTSA) standards require truck drivers to limit the amount of time that they operate a large truck or 18-wheeler. Additionally, truck companies must follow regulations regarding regular vehicle maintenance and weight restrictions. At times, distracted driving or a driver being under the influence of alcohol or drugs can be the cause of accidents.

No matter the reasons, operating trucks when the rules and standards are not upheld can make these companies legally liable when injuries or fatalities occur. It takes, however, a firm that is dedicated to aggressively pursuing justice on your behalf in order to win out over truck and insurance companies, who are frequently reluctant to pay fair compensation for injuries and damage to property.

Compensation for Coal Truck Accidents

Over the past 30 years, the firm has worked hard to obtain compensation for West Virginians injured by the wrongful conduct of others. Their attorneys have won well over 200 settlements or verdicts of over a million dollars of more, including multimillion dollar decisions for car, motorcycle and coal mining accidents. You may be in the position of being severely injured, unable to work and support your family. This is where having a seasoned attorney can prove both essential and beneficial.

Depending on the specifics of your case, you may be able to receive compensation for your medical bills and any related therapy or treatment. In many cases, compensation can be awarded for lost wages and income, including future financial losses. Emotional pain and suffering, loss of companionship by a family member, future medical care and punitive damages can be sought and obtained in many cases.

When you have been injured through the actions of a negligent coal truck driver, immediately contact a West Virginia coal truck accident lawyer for help.