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Depending on the details of the accident, a claim can be brought against:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>truck driver<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> was negligent (e.g., speeding, fatigue).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>trucking company<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for negligent hiring, poor maintenance, or encouraging drivers to violate safety rules.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>cargo company<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> if an improperly loaded or secured load caused the accident.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>truck manufacturer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is liable if a defective part, such as faulty brakes or tires, contributed to the crash.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-2\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-2\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-2\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-2\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">What Should I Do Immediately After an Accident with a Large Truck?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-2\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-2\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The moments right after a truck crash can be chaotic, but taking the right steps can help you protect your health and your legal rights:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Call 911:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Report the accident and request emergency medical assistance immediately.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Seek Medical Care:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Get evaluated by a doctor even if you feel okay. Some serious injuries are not immediately apparent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Document the Scene:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> If possible, take photos and videos of the vehicles, debris, road conditions, and your injuries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Get Witness Information:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Ask any witnesses for their names and phone numbers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Do Not Speak to Insurers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Do not give a recorded statement to the trucking company's insurance adjuster. Contact an attorney first.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-3\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-3\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-3\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-3\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">What Is My Truck Accident Case Worth?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-3\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-3\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There is no \"average\" amount. The value of a truck accident claim depends on factors such as liability, the severity of your injuries, your damages, the available insurance coverage, and the evidence in your case. Damages may include the cost of past and future medical care, lost wages and diminished future earning capacity, and pain and suffering.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-4\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-4\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-4\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-4\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">How Much Does It Cost to Hire an 18-Wheeler Accident Attorney in Cincinnati?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-4\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-4\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At The Cochran Firm, we handle 18-wheeler and commercial truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis. You do not pay attorney&rsquo;s fees upfront. Instead, our attorney&rsquo;s fees are a percentage of any settlement or verdict recovered in your case. Litigation costs and case expenses are separate from attorney&rsquo;s fees, and how they are handled is explained in your written fee agreement. We will review the fee arrangement with you during your free consultation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-5\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-5\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-5\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-5\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">Why Are Truck Accident Cases More Complex Than Car Accidents?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-5\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-5\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Trucking cases involve a level of complexity far exceeding that of a typical car wreck. They are governed by a dense set of federal laws (the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations) and Ohio state laws that don't apply to passenger cars. These cases often involve multiple defendants, aggressive corporate insurance companies, and electronic data from the truck's \"black box\" that must be preserved and analyzed immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-8-2082-6\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-8-2082\"><div id=\"_toggle-9-2082-6\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-9-2082\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-10-2082-6\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-10-2082\"><span id=\"span-11-2082-6\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-11-2082\">How Long Do I Have to File a Truck Accident Lawsuit in Ohio?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-12-2082-6\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-12-2082\"><span id=\"span-13-2082-6\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-13-2082\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In Ohio, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit is <\/span><b>two years<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> from the date of the accident. This deadline is set by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/codes.ohio.gov\/ohio-revised-code\/section-2305.10\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ohio Revised Code &sect; 2305.10(A).<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> While that may seem like a long time, it is crucial to act quickly. Necessary evidence like driver logs and truck maintenance records can be lost or destroyed if you don't have an attorney take immediate steps to preserve it. If a government entity is involved or if the injured party is a minor, different rules or timelines may apply, so it&rsquo;s important to consult an attorney promptly. Contact the Cochran Firm In Cincinnati for your truck accident case today.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":1524,"parent":1282,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":true,"_seopress_titles_title":"Cincinnati 18-Wheeler Accident Attorney | The Cochran Firm","_seopress_titles_desc":"Hit by an 18-wheeler in Cincinnati? Our 18-wheeler accident attorneys help injured people pursue claims against trucking companies. 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