Truck Blocks Highway at Dusk--Collision--Serious Injuries
A truck driver was approaching the toll gate on the Indian Nations Turnpike, south of McAlester. For some reason, he decided he had to turn around and go back the other way. Unfortunately, he made his U-Turn right in front of a "NO U-TURN" sign. He got stuck and was blocking the road. It was not yet daylight, and a car with four passengers collided with the truck, as it was impossible to see the truck's lights.
The driver and passengers of the car were seriously injured. The driver had to have neck surgery which resulted in serious and permanent disability. He hired us and we were able to obtain important photographs and witness statements that were critical to the case. We also helped the client obtain the necessary medical treatment he needed while waiting for his case to settle.
Had he tried to do this on his own, the insurance company would have most certainly tried to "starve him out" or would have offered a "lowball" settlement. They would have never turned over the photos and statements that helped us get the case settled.
Accidents involving trucks, semis and other big rigs almost always result in serious injury or death. The trucking company and it's insurance company almost always send an "investigator" out to the scene and try to contact the injured party so they can take a statement from them while they are hurt and scared. These people simply cannot be trusted as they are only looking out for the interests of the trucking company and its insurance company.
Always consult with an attorney before giving a "statement" to anyone other than a law enforcement officer whenever you have been in an accident. Find out your rights before you talk to an insurance investigator or adjuster. Remember, their goal is to pay you as little as possible.
