Do I need an attorney for a truck accident in Philadelphia?

Yes. While the law in Pennsylvania does not require you to have professional legal representation, it is in your best interests to have an experienced attorney representing you. Recovering compensation as a truck driver can be complex. Some employers classify truck drivers as independent contractors for example. This means that these drivers are not eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Some employers misclassify truck drivers. It can be difficult to determine how to pursue compensation as well as how to ensure success in your claim. It helps a great deal to have the guidance and representation of an experienced Philadelphia trucker injury lawyer. The lawyers at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim are experienced in representing injured truck drivers. We will fight to recover full compensation on your behalf. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced attorney from our law firm.

Can I recover compensation if I was injured while delivering a load to someone’s location?

Yes. You may be entitled to compensation if you were injured as a result of a hazardous condition on someone’s property while making a delivery. You may be entitled to compensation through a premises liability claim. You can make a claim against their homeowners’ policy if it was a residential property or through their commercial general liability policy if it was a commercial property. There are various options available for recovering compensation as a truck driver injured while on the job. Contact our law firm to schedule a free consultation with a truck driver injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. We’d review your case and explain your rights and options to you. We will help you explore all options for financial recovery.

Philadelphia Trucker Injury Lawyer

Truck Driver Injury Attorney in Philadelphia Fights to Recover Compensation On Behalf of Clients in Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, Montgomery County, and Throughout Pennsylvania

Being a truck driver exposes you to many risks. The job involves a lot of physical labor and being on the road for long hours. When an accident occurs, it can have devastating consequences. Fortunately, the law allows for truck drivers to recover compensation for their injuries. An experienced Philadelphia truck injury lawyer from our law firm can help with this.

At van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim, we understand the complexities that come with recovering compensation for a truck driver injury in Philadelphia. It can be difficult to determine what route for recovering compensation is available for you. This is because truck drivers aren’t always eligible for workers’ compensation. Even if you are eligible to recover workers’ compensation benefits, you may experience challenges in securing these benefits. Our attorneys are vastly experienced in recovering compensation on behalf of injured truck drivers. We will fight vigorously to recover compensation on your behalf.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced truck driver injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. Discuss your case with our team and learn about your rights and the options available to you.

Common Types of Injuries Truck Drivers Suffer in Philadelphia

Truck drivers are faced with many risks in their day-to-day activities. Some of the most common injuries truck drivers suffer include:

Head injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Back injuries
Neck injuries
Soft tissue injuries
Crush injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Internal organ injuries
And many more

The risk of being injured as a truck driver is higher than for other motorists. Truck drivers not only face the risk of being injured while driving but also while loading and unloading cargo as well as when making deliveries. Accidents can occur as a result of the driver’s own error. They can also be the result of the negligence of other drivers, unsafe conditions on other people’s premises, or even a manufacturing defect in the truck.

Whatever the nature of your injuries or their cause, it is in your best interests to seek guidance and representation from an experienced Philadelphia trucker injury lawyer. The attorneys at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim are experienced in representing truck injured truck drivers. We have a track record of successfully recovering compensation in cases that involve a wide range of injuries. We have handled some of the most complex truck driver injury claims. You can rely on our experience, resources, and knowledge to secure the best outcome in your case.

How an Experienced Philadelphia Trucker Injury Lawyer from van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim Can Help

If you’re a truck driver that was injured while carrying out work-related tasks, you should contact our law firm to work with an experienced truck driver injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. Our experienced team will:

Review the circumstances of your accident with you. We will explain your rights and the legal options available to you for recovering compensation
Investigate your claim to identify the at-fault party or parties
Gather and develop evidence to support your claim
Negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf
Represent you in court if the need arises.

Contact van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim to Consult with an Experienced Truck Driver Injury Attorney in Philadelphia, PA

If you are a truck driver that has been injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. You may also be entitled to other benefits through a third-party claim. You can find out for sure by getting in touch with van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim to consult with an experienced truck driver injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. We offer accident victims the opportunity to have their cases reviewed for free. We will explain your rights and the legal options available to you.

Our team has significant experience handling truck driver injury cases in Philadelphia and throughout Pennsylvania. You can rely on our skills, experience, and resources to get full compensation on your behalf. Get in touch with us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced attorney from our law firm and get started with your case.

Yes. While the law in Pennsylvania does not require you to have professional legal representation, it is in your best interests to have an experienced attorney representing you. Recovering compensation as a truck driver can be complex. Some employers classify truck drivers as independent contractors for example. This means that these drivers are not eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Some employers misclassify truck drivers. It can be difficult to determine how to pursue compensation as well as how to ensure success in your claim.
It helps a great deal to have the guidance and representation of an experienced Philadelphia trucker injury lawyer. The lawyers at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim are experienced in representing injured truck drivers. We will fight to recover full compensation on your behalf. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced attorney from our law firm.
Yes. You may be entitled to compensation if you were injured as a result of a hazardous condition on someone’s property while making a delivery. You may be entitled to compensation through a premises liability claim. You can make a claim against their homeowners’ policy if it was a residential property or through their commercial general liability policy if it was a commercial property.
There are various options available for recovering compensation as a truck driver injured while on the job. Contact our law firm to schedule a free consultation with a truck driver injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. We’d review your case and explain your rights and options to you. We will help you explore all options for financial recovery.

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