Truck Accidents

Birmingham Truck Accident and Personal Injury Attorney

An accident involving a 18-wheel truck can cause serious physical injury, even death. Highway I-59 in Alabama is becoming infamous for its high incidence of accidents. Highways I-20 and I-65 also see their share of 18-wheeler accidents. At Simms & Associates in Birmingham, Alabama, we have represented many clients who have been the victim of a negligent truck driver.

Background as an Insurance Adjuster

As a former Senior Claims Adjuster in the auto insurance industry, Derek B. Simms gained knowledge and insight into all types of motor vehicle accidents, including truck accidents. Some insurance companies are hesitant to go to trial while others are not. We will use that knowledge to our advantage in your truck accident case.

The Process Leading to Settling or Litigating

There will be two objectives during our first meeting at Simms & Associates. The first will be to secure necessary information, including your account of the truck accident, witness statements, and medical records detailing the extent of your injuries. We will also force the trucking company to provide us with information on the truck. Many contain "black boxes" that monitor rate of speed, braking, and any extreme turns or movements. The driver's personnel, safety, and criminal records will also be reviewed.

The second goal is for you to begin a course of recovery from the truck accident. It may require physical therapy and/or surgeries. Once you have completed that course of treatment and achieved the maximum medical improvement from your injuries, we will attempt to negotiate with the insurance company for a settlement of the truck accident. If that settlement offer is not acceptable, we will move forward with a lawsuit.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us.