Commercial trucks of every kind pass through Missoula. There are long-haul semi-trucks, farmers pulling tractor-trailers, and various trucking companies performing essential services for our country. Occasionally, truck accidents occur due to poor truck maintenance, driver fatigue, awful road conditions, or blowouts.
If a car collides with a truck, the results are often much worse than if it had been with another passenger vehicle. If you survive, the medical bills will be higher, and the insurance companies will do what they can to give you as small a settlement as possible.
It is a grim picture, but it is the truth. Our Missoula truck accident lawyers have seen such realities unfold for many people, which is why we are a law firm that prioritizes the attorney-client relationship before anything else. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Get the damage on your vehicle assessed and fixed
Seek medical treatment as soon as you can
Once you’ve completed treatment, your attorney will compile your medical records
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We don’t get paid unless we win your case and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payments work, please see our contingency fee information page.
If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will gather evidence, monitor your medical treatment progress, keep an accurate record of all relevant documents and facts to support your claim, negotiate and correspond with insurance companies on your behalf, and represent you in court if necessary.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will zealously pursue your claim through resolution.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process depends on many factors, including but not limited to the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and much more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to several years. It’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which, if you do not resolve or file a lawsuit within the prescribed time, you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you focus on healing. Generally, once all evidence has been gathered and your medical treatment has been completed or you are back to feeling yourself again, your attorney will negotiate with the insurance company to secure a settlement on your behalf.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a lawsuit in the litigation phase. Your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
We can help you:
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Missoula is built along Interstate 90 — one of the busiest highways in the country. Data from the Montana Department of Transportation shows how many truck accidents occur on this stretch of road.
Here are why large commercial vehicle crashes are common on I-90:
Montana uses a modified comparative negligence system to determine fault in truck accidents.
This means that if you are partially at fault for an accident, you can still recover compensation from the other driver. but your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
You cannot recover any compensation if you are more than 50% at fault.
In Montana, claimants generally have three years from the date of the trucking accident to file a personal injury claim for negligence. You should reach out to an Advocate as soon as possible following the accident. The more time that passes, the more difficult it may be for your legal team to gather the necessary evidence.
Experiencing a truck accident can be chaotic and stressful. However, it is crucial to stay as composed as possible and follow these steps:
Serious injuries are much more likely in truck crashes compared to car accidents. If you are the victim of truck driver negligence, then, first off, The Advocates want to extend our sincerest condolences to you.
If you want help navigating the legal issues of a truck accident claim, reach out to us through our contact form. You can talk to one of our experienced truck accident lawyers within minutes. Our law office takes great strides to distinguish itself from other firms.
Profit is not our priority; the betterment of our clients is what matters most.
From that first phone call to your final settlement, your case will be handled by Montana’s finest personal injury attorneys.
This applies to everyone in this great state, from people in Bozeman to those in Glendive. If you need help with a truck accident, The Advocates are here. You deserve it.
