Your Truck Accident Lawyer in Portland, ME

If you decide to file a claim, you must do so before the statute of limitations is up. The statute of limitations dictates the set amount of time an injured victim has to begin pursuing compensation for their losses. If the victim fails to file by the specified deadline, they will likely not receive compensation.

In Maine, an injured person generally has up to six years after the day of the accident to file a lawsuit. However, there are exceptions in certain cases, and some individuals will have as little as 30 days to begin the process.

Because each situation is unique, it is essential to consult an attorney immediately following your wreck. Don’t miss your opportunity to receive what you’re rightfully owed.

In the state of Maine, if you are found to hold 50% or more of the blame for your accident, you cannot seek compensation. Furthermore, any percentage you are found to be responsible for will be deducted from your final settlement. At Lowry & Associates, we fight hard to make sure those who hurt you cannot pass the blame onto you.

Unlike the majority of car crashes, multiple parties may be found at fault for a truck accident, including any combination of the following:

• The truck driver
• The trucking company
• The owner of the truck
• The manufacturer of the truck
• The company that leased the truck
• The shipping company that requested the cargo
• The company that performs maintenance on the truck

Once we determine that you have a case, your attorney immediately gets to work gathering all of the necessary documents — medical bills, police reports, witness statements, and anything else that will help us build your strongest case for compensation.

When the insurance adjuster calls, you do NOT have to talk to them. Tell them to contact your attorney at Lowry & Associates who will advocate for the settlement you deserve. We pride ourselves on being available 24/7 and communicating regularly to keep you informed.

When all is said and done and a final settlement has been reached, your lawyer will give an honest assessment of your situation. It is always your choice to accept or reject the settlement. If you choose to accept, we make sure you get paid on time.

Negligence is a legal term that refers to legal responsibility for an accident. In Maine, you need to establish the other party’s negligence to receive a settlement. In order to do this, you must prove three things: the other person acted carelessly, their actions led to the accident, and you got injured as a result of the accident. 

Truck accident cases are very different from car accident cases because, for many truck drivers, there are additional safety rules that do not apply to cars. Many of these rules put extra responsibilities on truck drivers to use more caution than other motorists, so it is important to have a qualified lawyer review all facts of your accident and determine which rules were broken.

Maine’s comparative fault rule means that if you’re found partially responsible for the accident, your compensation can be reduced by the percentage of your responsibility. In other words, if you receive a settlement offer worth $100,000 and you are found 10% responsible, you will only be awarded $90,000.

In modified comparative fault states like Maine, if you are more than 50% at fault, you will not qualify for any compensation. If you are concerned about how comparative fault may impact your case, contact us for a free review, and we will help you determine your next best steps.

You are not required to talk with the insurance adjusters. In fact, it’s in your best interest not to speak to them at all! Our truck accident attorneys know the tricks that insurance adjusters try to use on accident victims, and we beat them at their own game. When the insurance company calls, refer them directly to your attorney at Lowry & Associates so that we can protect your settlement.

Every case is unique, and many factors contribute to how long your case will take. Some cases settle fast, but if you have multiple at-fault parties or long-term injuries, your case could take longer. Hiring one of our truck accident attorneys will ensure your case is moving as quickly as possible. We stay in contact every step of the way and work tirelessly to seek maximum compensation for you regardless of how long it takes.