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Truck Crash Lawyers in Arnold, MO


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Truck Crash Lawyers Arnold, MO. Truck crashes can have catastrophic consequences that go well beyond a prototypical car accident. After receiving an injury in a truck accident, there's the very real chance that you are facing excessive medical expenses and possibly months, years or even a lifetime of further care. If you were injured because of another person's reckless behavior, you need an attorney by your side to make sure you are fairly compensated. The veteran and dedicated Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers at Halvorsen Klote are here to fight for you and win you the compensation you are owed. If you or a loved one has been impacted by a truck driver or trucking company's recklessness, speak to our Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers today at 866-382-4167 or contact us online for a complimentary consultation.


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Is it Worth it to Get Arnold, MO Truck Crash Lawyers?

If you have been harmed in a truck crash, then you definitely need to hire a lawyer. Truck drivers and trucking companies have costly insurance policies and their insurance adjusters will put a lot of hours into trying to lower how much money you get. The devastating repercussions of truck accidents go well beyond a normal fender bender that you might be able to handle yourself. Your Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers at Halvorsen Klote understand how to effectively value, negotiate and recover for you the recovery you are entitled to. In addition to fighting back against the trucking company, accomplished and knowledgeable truck crash lawyers will:

  • Gather and evaluate evidence, including:
    • The truck's black box
    • Surveillance from inside the truck
    • Close-by surveillance footage
    • Eyewitness depositions
    • Police reports
    • The crash site
    • Employer records
    • Maintenance records
  • Handle the entire legal process
  • Review your medical records
  • Work with medical and auto crash experts to determine negligence and properly determine how much compensation you are owed
  • Keep in constant communication with you
  • Take your case in front of a judge and jury if we cannot obtain a fair settlement

Our Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers know that with medical bills and lost wages, you may be nervous about retaining legal representation. You owe us no attorney's fees unless you get the full compensation you deserve.


Arnold, MO Truck Crash Lawyers: The Statistics

Any Arnold, MO motor vehicle accident can lead to catastrophic injuries or, in the most tragic cases, wrongful death. People who were injured as the result of truck crashes are at especially high risk due to the force that truck accidents carry at even low speeds. Despite accounting for just 4 percent of registered vehicles, trucks are involved in 9 percent of fatal crashes. In fatal truck accidents, 72 percent of of fatalities were occupants of other vehicles, not the truck. Trucks are on average 20-30 times heavier than standard vehicles and have 20-40 percent increased stopping time.

Because truck accidents in Arnold, MO are so perilous, there are strict rules that truck drivers and truck companies must follow. When their negligence in following those rules injures you, you need to contact the Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers of Halvorsen Klote to stand up the the trucking company and insurance company.

What Damages Are Available For My Arnold, MO Truck Accident?

There are three types of damages that you can receive after a truck accident: economic damages, non-economic damages and, depending on the specifics of your case, punitive damages.

Economic damages offer you a recovery for the economic harm you've suffered due to your accident. Commonly, we can get compensation for:

  • Property damage
  • Medical costs, such as
    • Emergency room costs
    • Follow-up appointments
    • Surgeries
    • Braces or other assistive devices
    • Chiropractic care or physical rehabilitation
    • Any reasonably foreseen future costs, such as joint replacements
  • Lost wages
  • Lost earning capacity if your injuries result in permanent disability
  • Out-of-pocket expenses such as transportation to and from medical appointments

Non-economic damages offer you a recovery for the less tangible ways your life has been affected, like how you've suffered physically and mental anguish. Non-economic damages include:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Stress
  • Loss of ability to enjoy life
  • Disfigurement
  • Inconvenience
  • Disability
  • Loss of consortium

Punitive damages are unusual and are reserved for cases where the part responsible for your injuries was grossly negligent, for example, if a truck driver was driving drunk.

How much your personal injury claim is worth depends on the severity of your injuries, the impact they've had on your life and how hard your truck crashes lawyers are willing to fight for you. Speak to an attorney at Halvorsen Klote today at 866-382-4167 to learn more about what we can do for you.

Who Can My Arnold, MO Truck Crash Lawyers Find Liable for My Injuries?

Each truck accident is ]unique, and who we can hold accountable depends on on what caused the crash. The knowledgeable and capable Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers at HK Law will conduct a full investigation into your crash to determine liability. The following are some of the common causes of truck accidents and the parties our truck crash lawyers can seek compensation from.

The Driver

According to the Federal Motor Safety Administration, almost 90 percent of truck accidents are caused by driver error. Examples of driver negligence:

  • Distracted driving, including driving while
    • Texting, or using their phone in any manner
    • Eating or drinking
    • Smoking
    • Adjusting climate settings or the radio
    • Focusing on something on the side of the road
    • Lost in thought
    • Driving while drowsy
  • Drunk driving, or being under the influence of drugs
  • Reckless driving
  • Unsafe lane changes
  • Speeding

If you were hurt because a truck driver did not do their job properly and disregarded your safety, call HK Law's semi-truck accident lawyers today to take the first step in obtaining justice for all of your damages.

The Truck Company

Truck companies owe the same duty of care to people on Arnold, MO roads that truck drivers do. Semi-trucks are in constant use and consequently can break down quickly. While trucks are pulled over for inspection, there are simply too many on the Arnold, MO roads for the Department of Transportation to be able to monitor every single truck. That's why systematic maintenance and repairs is essential for truck companies.

Furthermore, truck companies have a duty to their drivers are not overworked. Some studies indicate that driving with less than four hours sleep within 24 hours impairs a driver more than drunk driving. There are strict laws about how much truck drivers can drive within a certain period. The hours of service regulations are:

  • An 11-hour driving limit after 10 consecutive hours not driving;
  • A 14-hour driving limit followed by 10 straight hours not driving, even if they were not driving all 14 of those hours;
  • A 30-minute driving break after eight hours straight hours of driving;
  • A 60/70-hour limit in 7/8 consecutive days, and a driver may only restart the 7/8 consecutive day period after having 34 or more hours off-duty.

Regrettably, some Arnold, MO truck companies care more about their bottom line than they do about the public's and their own driver's safety. If a truck driver's drowsy driving caused your injuries, it may be because they felt pressure from their bosses to keep driving even when it violates federal regulations.

Finally, truck companies have a duty to only hire professional drivers. Truck drivers are required to have a Commercial Driver License in order to legally drive a semi-truck. If a truck company hires a driver who does not have the proper license, has a history of traffic violation or has another criminal conviction that precludes them from driving a truck, they are liable for not hiring a qualified driver.

The Truck Manufacturer and Mechanics

Like car manufacturers, anybody that designs or produces trucks has a responsibility to issue recalls on any device they find to be dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that any device that carries "unreasonable risk of death or injury in an accident" must be recalled.

Similarly, if a mechanic notes a faulty component and does not correct it, Halvorsen Klote's truck crash lawyers can also file a claim against them.

The Shipping Company

Cargo needs to be properly loaded so that the weight distribution is balanced. Uneven weight distribution can lead to roll over accidents. If the shipping company neglected to guarantee the safety of their shipping practices, you can also file a claim against them.

Local or State Government

Dangers in the road like broken pavement, loose guard rails or faulty traffic lights can cause truck accidents. Governments have a responsibility to design and maintain roadways safely and when they eschew that duty you may be able to seek compensation from them with the help of accomplished and knowledgeable Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers. Third party contractors that repaired the hazards poorly may also be included in your claim.

The personal injury lawyers at HK Law have experience arguing and winning a wide array of personal injury cases. Check out the links below to see what other cases we take on.

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If you have been harmed in a truck crash through no fault of your own, the dedicated and talented truck crash lawyers of Halvorsen Klote will take up your case. You should not have to worry about outrageous medical expenses and lost wages because of somebody else's recklessness. Let us fight by your side to secure you the compensation you are owed. Call us today at 866-382-4167 or contact us online to discover more about how the Arnold, MO truck crash lawyers of Halvorsen Klote can help you.


Joel Halvorsen

Joel Halvorsen

Attorney at Law

Joel Halvorsen and his partner Greg Klote founded the Halvorsen Klote law firm on the principle that injured people and their families should have access to the same quality legal representation as large insurance companies.


Greg Klote

Greg Klote

Attorney at Law

Greg Klote is a partner and founder of Halvorsen Klote.

Greg has successfully fought for people who were injured through no fault of their own. He became a lawyer to help make a difference in the lives of those who have been wronged and treated unfairly.