Philadelphia Truck Accident Attorneys
The impact of a truck accident can be horrific. The sheer size of the truck and the weight it carries make accidents between a truck and an automobile particularly hazardous. If you are involved in a truck accident, you need to protect yourself, your passengers, your property and your legal rights by retaining trustworthy Philadelphia truck accident attorneys like the team at Cherry, Fieger and Marciano, LLP.
What to Do After a Philadelphia Truck Accident
The most important thing to do immediately is get yourself and your passengers to safety, away from traffic and away from the vehicles involved in case of fire. Contact the police immediately, and check for injuries to anyone involved in the accident. If there is the slightest doubt as to whether someone has been injured, call for an ambulance when you contact the police.
You must obtain from the driver of the truck his or her name, address, telephone number, driver’s license number, license plate numbers and insurance information. You are expected to provide the same information to other parties involved. If there are other vehicles involved, you should get the same information from both the drivers and passengers in those vehicles. You should also note the names and badge numbers of the police officers who come to the accident scene, and make sure you know where any police report will be filed and how to obtain a copy of that report if necessary.
Recognize that everyone involved is likely to be as traumatized as you are by the accident, and try not to get involved in any questions as to fault. Do not surmise that you may have been at fault, and do not accuse any other party.
If possible at the scene or as soon thereafter as you are able, jot down what you remember about the accident including weather conditions, speed and what occurred. If you have a camera (even a cell phone camera) and you can do so safely, take photographs at the scene of the accident.
You must also notify your insurance company of the accident and provide as much information as possible to the insurer. Your insurance company will give you direction about having your vehicle repaired if necessary.
Keep a detailed record supported by invoices of all expenses you incur because of the accident. These include the following:
- Records of all payments for medical attention
- Medications and any devices such as crutches, wheelchair, etc.
- Payments made to accommodate injuries suffered in the accident such as a ramp for a wheelchair
- Payments related to damage to your vehicle, attendant costs such as a rental car, etc., with supporting bills and payment records to recover what you have spent
The experienced Pennsylvania truck accident lawyers at Cherry Fieger and Marciano, LLP will protect your rights after you have been involved in a truck accident. With over 100 years of combined experience, you can rest assured that you will receive quality legal counsel from this respected firm of Philadelphia truck accident attorneys.
