Sam, an owner-operator with Landstar, hauls expedited freight. He was hit by a pickup truck just before delivering a load in Jacksonville, Florida. Based on the damage, Sam knew he’d be out of work for weeks. Unfortunately, it was the beginning of the holiday season, and losing loads this time of year was going to really hurt his family’s Christmas. Sam wondered if he had any rights to get his lost income back from all the loads he’d be missing.
Frustrated, Sam opened his laptop and typed “attorney for truck driver for lost wages after an accident that was not my fault.” He wasn’t looking for a fight; he just wanted to recover the income he would lose while waiting for repairs. After looking through the sea of personal injury attorneys who wouldn’t be interested in his case, he came across Eckert & Associates, PA. They handle property damage cases. From the truck on the home page to the transportation-related blogs, Sam knew this firm understood trucking, and gave them a call.
The Hidden Burden of Lost Wages
When a truck accident isn’t your fault, the losses are especially hurtful. Another driver’s mistake can put your truck in the shop for weeks or months. Your bills don’t stop just because your truck’s stopped. Truck payments, trailer payments, insurance premiums, mortgage, and other everyday expenses add up quickly, and it’s easy to get upside down financially.
The Insurance Roadblock
Insurance companies don’t make this easy. They may deny your claim outright or stall the process. There may be unending paperwork requested, or they may offer just pennies on the dollar. This is where having the right advocate matters. Our legal team focuses on exactly this problem—recovering lost income for truckers who were sidelined by accidents.
Why You Need an Advocate
Our team understands the unique challenges that truckers face, and we’ve been standing up to insurance companies on behalf of our clients for years. Don’t let some other driver’s mistake derail your business. If you’ve lost wages due to the loss of your equipment, visit www.downtimeclaims.com and take the first step toward recovering what you deserve.
Protect Your Income After an Accident
If you’ve been hit in a crash that wasn’t your fault and lost wages, don’t settle prematurely. The team at Eckert & Associates, P.A. fights for truckers to recover every dollar owed. Call (904) 278-7688 or visit DowntimeClaims.com today for a free consultation.