Damages in Los Angeles Truck Accident Cases

Truck accident cases are often serious collisions that result in significant injuries and substantial losses for those involved. Determining your damages in a Los Angeles truck accident case is an important step toward understanding your right to justice and compensation from a liable party.

The truck accident attorneys at CD Law utilize their experience and skills to help clients identify their damages and advocate for fair compensation either through a negotiated settlement or before a jury. Learn more about the types of damages our attorneys could help you pursue for your truck accident injuries by contacting our office to schedule a free case evaluation.

What Damages Can You Claim in a Truck Accident Case?

The damages you claim in Los Angeles truck accident cases depend on the severity of your injuries and how they affect your life. In most cases, an injured person can claim two types of damages: economic and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are the measurable harms you incurred because of the truck accident. The most common examples include costs for past and future medical care, as well as lost wages or reduced earning capacity.

Your necessary medical care might include costs for:

• Emergency services
• Treatment
• Medication
• Surgical procedures
• Post-treatment care

Permanent or long-term injuries may also require modifications to your life, such as a wheelchair-accessible home and vehicle.

Your lost wages are also significant economic damages you could claim in a lawsuit for time away from work. The extent of these damages will depend on circumstances such as your age and occupation, and how the injury impacts your ability to work. Lost earning capacity damages may also be available in cases where an injury causes permanent disability, requires you to change jobs, or otherwise prevents you from returning to work.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages compensate you for the losses that are more difficult to quantify. The primary example of these damages is your pain and suffering. However, other non-economic damages could include the effect the accident had on your relationships, ability to participate in your favorite hobbies, or general enjoyment of life.

Determining Liability for Damages in a Truck Accident Case

The California Vehicle Code § 17150 holds every owner of a vehicle liable for any injury or death that results from their negligent or wrongful operation of it. An owner’s liability also includes the negligence of another driver operating their vehicle with permission. The attorneys at CD Law could work to investigate the cause of your truck accident in Los Angeles and help you determine the party liable for damages. The deadline to file a claim for truck accident cases is two years under the California Statute of Limitations in § 335.1.

Contact CD Law Today to Schedule a Case Evaluation in Los Angeles for Truck Accident Damages

The team at CD Law is here to help you and your loved ones pursue all applicable damages in Los Angeles truck accident cases. We take a hands-on, personalized approach to each of our clients’ claims. Contact us to schedule a free case evaluation today.