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In 2003, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration received reports of over 6.3 million accidents in the US. It may come as a shock but one person dies in a truck accident every 16 minutes. There are a number of factors that contribute to the growing number of US car and truck accidents, such as driver error, negligence, drunken driving, dangerous weather and manufacturing defects. Whatever the reason behind the accident, the victim has the right to get compensation for the damages. Seeking help from an expert lawyer, such as Solomon Neuhardt, can help you know your options and take appropriate decisions. A lawyer can help you get compensation even for the emotional pain and suffering that you might go through after an accident.

Experts believe that by 2020, the burden of deaths and disabilities occurring due to road accidents will exceed those caused by HIV/AIDS. The federal and state governments are taking a number of steps to prevent road accidents from occurring. For instance, since January 27, 2010, truckers have been formerly barred from texting when they are driving a commercial motor vehicle.

How to Deal With Car and Truck Accidents

Here are some tips that will help you deal with car and truck accidents:

• An emergency kit should be kept in the glove compartment. A cell phone is a very important accessory to carry. There should be a pen and paper for writing notes, and a camera for taking pictures of the damage to the vehicles. You should also carry a list of emergency contact numbers and information regarding medical conditions.
• The vehicles should be moved out of the way to allow traffic to pass. In case your car cannot be moved, stay in your car until help arrives.
• Do not forget to exchange information, including name, contact number, address, insurance company, policy number and driver license number, from the other driver involved in the accident. Also, write down the details of the car, including model, year, color and make. Write down other details of how and why you think the accident happened. If there are any witnesses to the incident, take their phone numbers, since they can be of great help later in case you have to appear before the judge.
• Take photos of all the vehicles from different angles so that these reveal the overall context of the accident. This will help you get the claim faster.
• File a report with the state law enforcement officer as soon as possible. Insurance companies proceed faster when you have a police report.
• Pull out a copy of your insurance policy to know the specifics of your coverage. This way you will know what all you can claim for.

How Does a Lawyer Help?

Whatever the case may be, litigation might be the best recourse in many instances to get the compensation you are entitled to. Your compensation may include lost wages, medical bills and financial compensation if a family member dies. Depending upon your state law, you may file for a lawsuit only till a specific time. This makes it important for the car and truck accident claim to be evaluated as soon as possible by a reputed lawyer. Solomon Neuhardt, a Member of the American Association for Justice, is one of the most trusted names in personal injury and product liability laws in Montana.