After a truck accident, victims have the right to seek financial compensation for suffering damages. In order to receive the compensation, they must determine who is to be held liable to compensate them for their losses. 

An Ontario semi truck accident lawyer analyses your case in-depth to help prove the negligent misconduct of the other party that resulted in your damages. They allow you to understand who is responsible for paying you and what type of compensation you can seek. 

Who is liable?

In most situations, trucks are operated by employees of trucking companies. If you have been in an accident with them, you are entitled to receive compensation from their employer. When the truck driver is the truck owner and works as an individual contractor, they are directly held responsible for their negligent misconduct. Every case is unique, and in some cases, parties such as the manufacturer of the truck, owner of the cargo loaded on the truck, and clients utilizing the trucking service can also be held liable. 

What compensation can you seek?

Depending on your case, your lawyer determines the party responsible for your damages and holds them liable to compensate you fairly. They help you calculate a fair settlement amount that covers the costs of all your damages. Common types of damages are inclusive of:

• Medical costs: Owing to the massive size and heavyweight of the truck, the injuries the victim suffers can be intense. They may require several diagnostic tests, treatments, and rehabilitation procedures to recover. The compensation includes all medical expenses that occurred or will occur because of the injury. 
• Lost wages: The victims’ injuries may prevent them from working, and they may lose their livelihood. In some cases, such as permanent cognitive or physical disabilities, their ability to work is hindered, and they are compensated for lost income and lost earning capacity. 
• Pain and suffering: A collision with a truck can be a traumatizing experience for the victim. They suffer from intense pain because of their injuries and cope with life-altering changes because of the accident. This may degrade their quality of life and strain their mental health. 

An experienced Ontario lawyer understands your situation and is aware of your concerns regarding your future state because of the sudden accident. They provide you with aid through every step of the case, help you gather appropriate evidence, negotiate with insurance firms, and represent you in court to make sure that you receive the compensation you deserve.