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What to Do After a West Virginia 18-Wheeler Accident

When you suffer the pain and shock of a severe truck accident and injury, it is natural to wonder what you should do next.  With over 160 combined years of practice in cases that involve semi truck accidents in West Virginia, the attorneys at DiTrapano, Barrett & DiPiero, PLLC offer the following tips on what to do directly after such a crash:

  • Seek immediate medical attention.  It is crucial that you receive emergency medical services for any injuries incurred, even those that appear minor at first.  Often, seemingly insignificant pain and discomfort can signify greater medical problems down the line, problems for which you should get compensation.  Attend all follow-up appointments recommended by your physician, and keep detailed records of your visits, their outcomes, and your prognosis.
  • Get information from the other drivers.  For West Virginia 18-wheeler accidents that involve multiple cars, get the names and contact information of all the other drivers and their insurance companies.  If they were uninsured, be sure to write that information down as well.  Most importantly, get contact and insurance information from the truck driver, as well as the company with whom he or she is employed.
  • Take photographs.  If possible, snap a few pictures with your cell phone camera, if you have one, or go back to the scene and take photos of where the crash occurred and what damage it did to your vehicle.  Generally speaking, this type of evidence provides a more well-rounded, objective view of semi-truck accidents in West Virginia than mere words.
  • Contact an attorney.  Do not forget this crucial step.  As soon as you are able, discuss your case with the West Virginia truck accident lawyers at DiTrapano, Barrett & DiPiero, PLLC to determine what compensation you may be eligible for, and how to go about collecting it.

Contact us regarding 18-wheeler accidents in West Virginia today

If you or a loved one is injured, there is no time to waste.  You need attorneys experienced in West Virginia semi-truck accidents to begin working on your behalf immediately.  At DiTrapano, Barrett & DiPiero, PLLC, we also represent victims statewide in personal injury and medical malpractice cases.  Contact us today at 304-342-0133 for a free consultation and evaluation of your claim.