Interstate 77 (I-77) exposes Cornelius residents, visitors, and passers-by to a steady flow of truck traffic. Whether a crash happens on Catawba Avenue or any other roadway in town, truck collisions pose an outsize threat of injury and death. If you survived such an accident or are grieving the loss of a loved one, our firm will demand fair compensation for the economic and non-economic toll of your accident.
Call Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys today at (980) 414-5755 for your free consultation about the benefits of hiring your Cornelius truck accident lawyer from our team.
Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys: Truck Accident Attorneys Who Have the Insurers’ Playbook
There are many firms you can choose for your truck accident case in Cornelius, but don’t settle for just any firm. You deserve a legal team that checks all the boxes and meets the loftiest criteria.
Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys is the team to lead your case because:
Our Tailored, Tenacious Approach Is Especially Important to Truck Accident Cases
Don’t make the common mistake of thinking a truck accident case will be easy. In our extensive experience, these are anything but layups. Truck accidents tend to cause more costly damages and require higher payouts, which means liable parties may fight your case with uncommon aggression.
Our Cornelius truck accident attorneys won’t cut corners; we will anticipate liable parties’ bad-faith tactics and counter-arguments. We create a case that is hyper-specific to your unique circumstances, and prepare for a knock-down, drag-out from the very start.
Our Office in Cornelius Affords Several Benefits
You’ll find Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys’ office at 9606 Bailey Rd., not far from the interstate where far too many truck accidents happen. Having your legal team so close by means:
- We can gather time-sensitive evidence right away
- You will be able to see your lawyer in person, which is critical in establishing trust, helping us communicate that your case is a priority, and ensuring we are on the same page throughout the case
- Our firm has added incentive to provide ethical, memorable, and financially beneficial representation. We’re in Cornelius for the long haul, and we care deeply about our reputation in this town
Convenience is just one of many reasons to hire our client-obsessed, accomplished team to take your case the distance.
We Have a Behind-the-Scenes Perspective of Insurers’ Strategies and Motivations
Three of our attorneys, including Nick Mendez and Devlin Horton, used to be on the other side of truck accident cases. We represented insurance companies. We saw how they think, operate, and often try to save money by denying, lowballing, and dragging their feet. In other words, we have their playbook and will use it in your case’s favor.
We vow to outwork the other side. Whether we are up against an insurance company, trucking company, civil defense lawyer, or other party, our tireless preparation will position us for success.
Our team wants to answer your questions and get to know you. Call Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys today for your free, no-obligation consultation.
Big Trucks Cause Catastrophic Damages, We Will Demand Fair Compensation for Yours
It shouldn’t be breaking news that larger, heavier vehicles cause more catastrophic property damage, more serious injuries, and more deaths. That said, one cannot truly understand the toll of truck accidents until they’ve seen how radically victims’ lives are transformed in an instant.
We have seen the victims, we have fought for the victims, and we know that truck accident victims often deserve compensation for:
- Short and long-term medical care, which in many cases includes long-term rehabilitation and years of other healthcare interventions that come at a tremendous financial cost
- Property damage, often including the cost of replacing a vehicle and personal property that are completely damaged during the crash
- Pain and suffering, those who live through truck accidents can suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), develop acute fear of riding in motor vehicles, become depressed, suffer anxiety, struggle to sleep, and lose substantial quality of life
- Their professional damages, which can include loss of income, a decline in earning power, and even permanent disability that robs them of the ability to work again
These damages can be truly devastating, but they are not the worst-case outcome of a truck collision. The number of large trucks involved in fatal collisions rose by 43% between 2013 and 2023. When fatal truck crashes happen in Cornelius, survivors should come to us for compassionate but aggressive representation.
Our Team Will Go on the Offensive for You, Let Us Take Care of Every Detail of Your Case
When our attorneys stopped representing insurers to serve accident victims, we went from defense to offense. We use insurers’ pressure points to strategically pursue the compensation that truck accident victims deserve, and our process generally involves:
- Gathering evidence immediately, which might require us to file a legal demand for one or more trucking companies to turn over evidence
- Detailing the accident victim’s damages, often with assistance from medical providers and other experts
- Presenting settlement demands and negotiating aggressively
- Reviewing all settlement offers with the client and continuing to negotiate when an offer is insufficient
- Proceeding to mediation when we cannot reach a fair deal with the liable parties
- Going to trial when the client’s circumstances lead us to court
All along the way, you’ll hear from your lawyer about your case’s progress, our evolving strategy, and what comes next.
One study found that almost 55% of trucks involved in accidents had at least one mechanical violation. This stat suggests that truck drivers and their employers routinely fail to ensure a safe vehicle before driving. We can reasonably conclude that other types of trucking company negligence are rampant. Let a truck accident lawyer from our team find out who failed you and who must pay for the cost of that failure.
When Is the Best Time to Call Us for Your Free Consultation About Hiring a Cornelius Truck Accident Lawyer? Right Now
It’s hugely important that you recognize the time-sensitive nature of your case. North Carolina statutes only allow us a limited time to file truck accident cases, and those responsible for your accident might be disposing of evidence as you read this. Your case cannot wait.
Call Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys today at (980) 414-5755 or contact us online to request your free consultation.
