Truck accidents are different from other motor vehicle accidents. Commercial trucks are 20-30 times bigger and heavier than passenger cars and are simply too big and heavy to prevent accidents with catastrophic results. Having specific legal representation becomes not only beneficial but necessary for victims seeking compensation when these life changing events happen.
Longo Lawyers has experience in this complex area of personal injury law as we understand the uniqueness of truck accident cases. Our team represents victims all over Toronto with a focus on getting the money needed for long term health and healing.
The web of possibly responsible parties in truck accident lawsuits makes them especially tricky. Unlike most car accidents where one of the drivers is usually at fault, truck accidents can involve multiple liable parties: the truck driver, trucking company, vehicle manufacturer, maintenance provider, cargo loader or even government agencies responsible for road conditions. Maximizing your recovery depends on knowing all the responsible parties since commercial carriers have more insurance limits than personal drivers.
After an accident, trucking companies and their insurance providers move fast; often they send legal teams and investigators to the scene within hours. Their goal is to minimize the company’s financial risk and liabilities. Without your own lawyer, you’re up against highly experienced experts whose interests are directly opposite to yours. At Longo Lawyers, we level the playing field by doing our own research before evidence disappears or changes.
One of the most severe and life altering effects of vehicle accidents are brain injuries. Traumatic injuries ranging from concussions to severe damage affecting cognitive function, personality, memory and basic life skills can occur when a commercial truck hits a smaller vehicle and the brain hits the inside of the skull.
From a legal standpoint, brain injuries are especially tricky because of their invisible nature. While experiencing significant cognitive or behavioral symptoms that severely impact their daily functioning and quality of life, victims may appear physically unharmed. After an accident, these injuries can show up right away or develop in days or weeks; therefore, proper medical diagnosis and documentation are crucial.
Insurance companies will try to reduce brain damage claims by saying symptoms are exaggerated or pre-existing instead of the event. Without a lawyer, victims may find themselves struggling to get the money needed for long term care, rehabilitation and specialized treatment. Longo Lawyers has developed strategies to handle the unique challenges of brain injury cases since we know they exist.Truck driver logs, vehicle maintenance records, black box data, dashcam film, witness interviews and trucking company safety records are the foundation of our approach which starts with a thorough investigation of the truck accident before information disappears. Especially in determining the mechanism of brain damage we often consult with accident reconstruction experts who can show how the event happened and the forces involved.
Working with neurologists, neuropsychologists and other medical experts who can properly identify and document your injuries we handle brain injury claims. Through thorough medical evaluations, neuroimaging and cognitive testing we establish proof linking your symptoms directly to the accident and how they affect your life. Fighting insurance company strategies to downplay the severity of your condition depends on this comprehensive approach.
Ontario’s truck accident laws combine federal regulations governing commercial transportation with provincial rules. Trucking companies have to follow guidelines on cargo securement, driver qualifications, hours-of-service and vehicle maintenance. Often liability is determined by violations of these rules. Our experienced team knows these complex rules and how to use violations to strengthen your case.
In truck accident cases time is of the essence. Besides Ontario’s normal limitation periods, usually two years from the date of the accident for lawsuit filing – truck accidents require quick investigation before evidence disappears. While electronic logging systems may overwrite data, commercial trucks are usually repaired and back on the road; time makes it harder to find witnesses. From the time you hire Longo Lawyers we move fast to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
Truck accident injuries often require significant medical treatment, rehabilitation and sometimes lifetime care. Brain injuries may require specialist rehabilitation, adaptive technology, housing adjustments and ongoing support programs. Determining the total cost of these long term needs requires specialist expertise and often consulting economists, life planners and medical professionals.
Our experience representing Toronto truck accident victims has shown us the importance of documenting not only current medical expenses but also future treatment needs. We meticulously calculate all damages – medical bills, rehabilitation expenses, lost income, lower earning capacity, pain and suffering and more. We also address lifetime care needs, required adjustments and the impact on family caregivers for catastrophic injuries including severe TBIs.Many truck accident victims are intimidated by big trucking companies and their insurance providers. Longo Lawyers has the resources, expertise and will to take on these big opponents. We work on a contingency fee basis so you pay no legal fees unless we get paid back for you. This means you can focus on your recovery instead of legal bills and guarantees that professional legal help is available to you regardless of your financial situation.
Besides legal advocacy we offer you personal support throughout your recovery. We know that vehicle accidents – especially those involving brain damage – are traumatic events that affect not only the victim but the whole family. Our staff can arrange for medical specialists, rehabilitation facilities and support groups to be contacted. We keep you updated on your case through regular correspondence and are always available to answer your questions and concerns.
Contact Longo Lawyers for a free consultation if you or a loved one has been injured in a Toronto truck accident. During this tough time let us apply our expertise and dedicated advocacy to work for you so you can get the compensation you need to get your life back.