Truck driver suffers multiple injuries in traumatic road traffic accident

The Claimant, now aged 54 years, was involved in a road traffic accident in September 2011 when the truck he was driving was initially involved in a minor collision with a car being driven by the Defendant, travelling in the lane to the right of him along the A2. The Claimant was able to control his truck, but the Defendant’s vehicle then disappeared from view before swinging across the carriageway into the driver’s side of the truck, causing it to be pushed over towards the hard shoulder. The truck then rolled two or three times and hit the crash barrier on the hard shoulder. The Claimant was partially ejected through the driver’s side window of the truck and trapped underneath the cab.

The Claimant suffered extensive orthopedic and other injuries including broken ribs, a broken femur and multiple pelvic fractures. He also suffered a serious injury to his right hand, together with internal injuries and the psychological effects of the accident. Medical evidence from experts in five separate disciplines was obtained. The mechanism of the accident raised complex evidential issues regarding the effects of “rollover” of a vehicle.

Potential challenges for a personal injury lawyer handling this case could had faced multiple challenges from proving liability - establishing who was at fault for the accident and demonstrating how their actions caused the truck driver's injuries to Dealing with complex medical issues - understanding the medical consequences of the truck driver's injuries and effectively communicating these to the court and insurance companies.

• Proving liability
• Gathering and presenting evidence
• Navigating insurance issues
• Assessing damages
• Overcoming challenges to credibility
• Potential challenges with the statute of limitations
• Dealing with complex medical issues

• 1. Gather evidence

  Collect all relevant documentation such as medical records, eyewitness statements, police reports, and photos of the accident scene.

• 2. Investigate the accident

  The lawyer will thoroughly investigate the cause of the accident, determining who was at fault and what factors contributed to the crash.

• 3. Determine damages

  The lawyer will evaluate the extent of the truck driver's injuries and determine what compensation they are entitled to receive.

• 4. Negotiate with insurance companies

  The lawyer will negotiate with the insurance company on behalf of the truck driver to reach a fair settlement.

• 5. Take the case to court

  If a settlement cannot be reached, the lawyer will prepare and present the case in court, arguing on behalf of the truck driver to secure a favorable verdict.

The mechanism of the accident raised complex evidential issues regarding the effects of “rollover” of a vehicle.