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Truck Crash Lawyers in Macon, MO


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Truck Crash Lawyers Macon, MO. Truck accidents cause devastating injuries. After sustaining an injury in a truck accident, there's the very real chance that you are facing exorbitant medical costs and possibly months, years or even a lifetime of additional care. If you were harmed because of somebody else's reckless behavior, you do not have to go through your recovery alone. The accomplished and devoted Macon, MO truck crash lawyers at Halvorsen Klote are here to fight for you and help you receive the compensation you need to be made whole again. If you or a loved one has been impacted by a truck driver or trucking company's negligence, call our Macon, MO truck crash lawyers today at 866-382-4167 or contact us online for a no-risk, no-obligation consultation.


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Do I Need Macon, MO Truck Crash Lawyers?

If you have been injured in a truck crash, then you definitely need to hire a lawyer. Truck drivers and trucking companies have highly-paid defense teams that will put a lot of hours into trying to lower your compensation. The devastating ramifications of truck accidents go far beyond a common claim between two civilian motorists that you might be able to handle on your own. Your Macon, MO truck crash lawyers at Halvorsen Klote understand how to prove exactly how much you are owed and why. Apart from fighting back against insurance companies, seasoned and knowledgeable truck crash lawyers will:

  • Gather and assess evidence, including:
    • The truck's black box
    • Video from inside the truck
    • Close-by surveillance footage
    • Eyewitness testimony
    • Police reports
    • The crash site
    • Employer records
    • Maintenance records
  • Handle all communication, litigation, and documentation
  • Go through your medical records
  • Work with medical and truck wreck experts to determine negligence and correctly determine how much compensation you are owed
  • Keep in constant communication with you
  • Take your case in front of a judge and jury if the insurance and trucking company will not be reasonable in negotiations

Our Macon, MO truck crash lawyers know how to get you the full financial recovery you deserve. We charge no attorney's fees unless you get the full compensation you deserve.


Macon, MO Truck Crash Lawyers: The Statistics

Any Macon, MO motor vehicle accident can result in devastating injuries or, in the most tragic cases, wrongful death. People who were injured as the result of truck crashes are at particularly high risk because of the force that truck accidents carry at even low speeds. Despite accounting for only 4 percent of registered vehicles, trucks cause 9 percent of fatal crashes. In fatal truck accidents, 72 percent of of fatalities were occupants of passenger vehicles, not the truck. Most trucks are 20-30 times bigger than passenger vehicles and have 20-40 percent increased stopping time.

Because truck accidents in Macon, MO are so dangerous, there are strict rules that truck drivers and truck companies must observe. When they do not respect those rules and you are subsequently injured through no fault of your own, you need to call the Macon, MO truck crash lawyers of Halvorsen Klote to get the financial recovery you deserve.

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

There are three types of compensation that you can recover after a truck accident: economic damages, non-economic damages and, in rare cases, punitive damages.

Economic damages compensate you for the financial harm you've incurred due to your accident. That can include:

  • Property damage
  • Medical bills, including
    • Emergency care
    • Follow-up appointments
    • Surgeries
    • Crutches or other assistive devices
    • Chiropractic visits or physical rehabilitation
    • Any expected future expenses, such as continued physical therapy
  • Lost wages
  • Lost earning capacity if your injuries prevent you from earning a living like you used to
  • Out-of-pocket expenses like needing to hire services for help with household chores

Non-economic damages compensate you for the less tangible ways your life has been impact, like the physical and emotional pain of your injuries. Non-economic damages include:

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

Punitive damages are rarely awarded and are are only given out when the person you are suing was incredibly reckless, for example, if a truck driver was driving drunk.

How much your personal injury claim is worth will be based on the gravity of your injuries, the impact they've had on your life and the skill of your truck crash lawyers. Call Halvorsen Klote today at 866-382-4167 to learn more about what we can do for you.

Who Can My Macon, MO Truck Crash Lawyers Hold Responsible for My Injuries?

Each truck accident is ]unique, and who we can hold accountable depends on on what caused the crash. The knowledgeable and dependable Macon, MO truck crash lawyers at HK Law will conduct a full investigation into your crash to determine liability. Below are some of the common causes of truck accidents and the parties our truck crash lawyers may be able to hold accountable for your injuries.

The Driver

According to the Federal Motor Safety Administration, 87 percent of truck accidents are the result of negligent driving. Examples of when a truck driver may be found liable are:

  • Distracted driving, including driving while
    • Texting, or otherwise using their phone
    • Eating or drinking
    • Tobacco use
    • Adjusting AC/Heat controls or the radio
    • Focusing on something on the side of the road
    • Daydreaming
    • Driving while drowsy
  • Driving drunk or otherwise impaired
  • Aggressive driving
  • Failure to check blind spots
  • Driving too fast for road conditions

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

The Truck Company

Truck companies owe the same duty of care to people on Macon, MO roads that truck drivers do. Semi-trucks usually drive hundreds of thousands of miles a year and as such they need to be maintained properly. While trucks are pulled over for inspection, they are too numerous for the Department of Transportation to be able to monitor every single truck. That's why regular maintenance and repairs is paramount for the safety for everyone on the road.

In addition, truck companies have a responsibility to their drivers are not overworked. Some studies demonstrate that drowsy driving can be worse than drunk driving. There are strict rules regarding the number of miles a truck driver can drive in one day and how often they are supposed to take breaks. The hours of service regulations are:

  • An 11-hour driving limit after 10 straight hours off duty;
  • A 14-hour driving limit followed by 10 consecutive hours off duty, even if they were not on duty 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 straight days, and a driver may only restart the 7/8 straight day period after having 34 or more hours off-duty.

Sadly, some Macon, MO truck companies are concerned more about their profits than they do about doing what's right. If you were injured in a truck crash because a driver was tired, it's possible that they forced to keep driving even when they were not reasonably able to.

Lastly, truck companies have an obligation to only hire qualified drivers. Truck drivers need a Commercial Driver License before they can be hired. If a truck company hires a driver who is untrained, has a history of drunk driving 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, anyone that designs or produces trucks has an obligation to issue recalls on any device they find to be unsafe. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration dictates that any part that carries "unreasonable risk of death or injury in an accident" must be taken off the market.

Similarly, if a mechanic notices a faulty part and does not fix it or does not fix it properly, HK Law's truck crash lawyers may be able to hold them responsible.

The Shipping Company

Cargo needs to be correctly loaded so that the truck will not roll over and cargo will not spill out. Uneven weight distribution can lead to roll over accidents. If the shipping company failed to load their cargo properly, they may be liable for your injuries.

A Governmental Entity

Dangers in the road including broken pavement, loose guard rails or malfunctioning traffic lights can cause truck accidents. Governments have a duty to design and maintain roadways safely and when they fail in that duty you may be able to hold them accountable with the help of veteran and talented Macon, MO truck crash lawyers. Third party contractors hired to repair the hazards insufficiently 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 injured in a truck accident through no fault of your own, the devoted and knowledgeable truck crash lawyers of Halvorsen Klote will take up your case. You should not have to worry about costly medical bills and lost wages because of somebody else's negligence. Let us fight on your behalf to secure you the recovery you deserve. Call us today at 866-382-4167 or contact us online to discover more about how the Macon, 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.