11/21/2023
What does a trucking company do as soon as they hurt someone?
A defense lawyer immediately goes to the scene, hires experts while he’s driving, calls the truck driver, and tells him to not give any information until the lawyer arrives.
Many times, the truck is still on fire.
He then takes over the scene, collecting information related to skid marks, points of impact, and oftentimes mechanical issues.
Within 48 hours of the collision, the trucking company and its insurer have a comprehensive report on the facts of the accident, the witnesses, the condition of the trucking equipment, law enforcement involvement, and what they can expect in terms of testimony if they have to defend a case.
The truth is, if there is bad information about the trucking company or its driver, they will try to hide it from you.
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