Fort Collins Personal Injury Lawyers

If you were injured in a semi-truck accident, working with a knowledgeable trucking accident attorney is one of the most efficient ways to protect your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.

Truck accident cases often result in severe injuries that require immediate treatment, prolonged recovery, and ongoing therapy. While insurance may cover some initial expenses, it is unlikely to account for lost wages, emotional trauma, or other long-term consequences.

Additionally, insurance policies typically do not pursue punitive damages. These damages are designed to penalize negligent parties and require an attorney to pursue them effectively. An experience truck accident lawyer will evaluate your case to determine whether punitive damages apply.

Acting quickly is essential, as trucking companies often erase critical data, such as driver logs, safety inspections, and onboard tracking metrics. Contacting a semi-truck accident attorney can guarantee evidence is preserved and your case is as strong as possible.

Investigating trucking accidents often requires expert testimony, crash reconstruction, and extensive research—all of which can be expensive. However, financial concerns should never stop you from getting the legal help you need.

Metier Law Firm’s truck accident attorneys operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront. Our fees are only collected when we win or settle your case. This approach allows you to focus on healing while we focus on fighting for you.

We uniquely understand how difficult it can be to recover from a semi-truck accident. It is an immense physical, emotional, and financial burden. That’s why our compassionate team prioritizes your well-being, handing every aspect of your case to give you peace of mind to heal.

No, trucking accidents are far more complex than standard car accidents and you need a semi-truck accident lawyer with specialized knowledge and resources to represent you.

Commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, and federal regulations strictly govern their weight limits, maintenance schedules, and driver hours to ensure public safety. Violations of these regulations can lead to catastrophic accidents and devastating injuries and provide critical evidence in your case. Our experienced trucking accident lawyers work closely with medical specialists and investigators to determine the full extent of care and financial recovery needed.

Truck accidents frequently involve multiple liable parties, such as drivers, trucking companies, manufacturers, and cargo handlers. Each of these parties will have their own legal teams and insurance accidents working to minimize payouts. Hiring a lawyer for truck accidents ensures you have a legal team capable of countering these strategies and securing maximum compensation for your injuries.

You should start by requesting a consultation to discuss your case. At Metier Law Firm, we offer free, no-risk consultations for our clients so that you can know what your options are. We will provide you with an honest, direct assessment of your case and do everything in our power to help you, even if you do not ultimately choose us to represent you.

During your consultation, you should ask about the firm”s attorneys and their experience with truck accidents, as well as their experience with cases similar to yours. Some injuries, like traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and amputations, require extensive knowledge that goes far beyond knowledge of trucking laws and regulations. At Metier Law Firm, we have more than 30 years of experience handling complex accidents and serious injuries resulting from them.

No, you should never talk to the trucking company's attorneys or insurance company after an accident.

Commercial trucking companies often have teams of attorneys and investigators standing by to respond to accidents 24/7. Unfortunately, getting you to say something to use against you is one of the most common strategies they will employ to protect themselves and their bottom line.

If someone reaches out to you on behalf of the trucking company for a statement, to sign a document, or anything else relating to your accident, you should consult with your attorney before doing anything. Remember, it is in the trucking company's interests to mount a case against you as soon as the accident occurs. Should you give them a statement or sign a document you have not discussed with your attorney, you risk damaging your case and receiving less compensation than you deserve.

The answer to this question will usually depend on your specific auto insurance policy. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer, we recommend investing in as much collision coverage as you can secure through your policy.

See our Vehicle Insurance Coverage resource page for additional recommendations.

If you cannot return to your career due to the injuries sustained in an accident, you may be eligible to pursue compensation for your reduced economic opportunity. Further, you may be eligible to pursue compensation for the wages you lost as a result of the accident. An experienced truck accident attorney will help you develop a life care plan that takes into account how your injuries, the time it takes you to recover, and long-lasting injury repercussions all affect your economic opportunities.

When you choose to work with Metier Law Firm, you can rest assured that we will work tirelessly to secure maximum compensation so that you and your family can continue living your lives.

If death results from a trucking accident or injuries caused by it, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the deceased person. Whether or not you can file a wrongful death suit following a truck accident will depend on the state in which the accident occurred. In some states, extended family such as cousins, grandparents, aunts, and uncles can file a wrongful death claim. In others, the scope is more limited and may be restricted to parents or children.

At Metier Law Firm, we understand that research is the last thing on your mind in the wake of a loved one”s wrongful death. We serve clients across the nation and will help you determine whether or not you can file a wrongful death claim after a commercial trucking accident.

See our Wrongful Death page for more information.