With over 100 years of combined experience handling truck accident cases, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that a serious collision can take on you and your family.
Harper Evans Hilbrenner & Netemeyer offers boat accident attorneys, motorcycle accident attorneys, truck accident attorneys and more in Mexico, MO. Contact us today to begin building your case.
When a truck accident turns your life upside down, you need experienced legal help. At Harper, Evans, Hilbrenner & Netemeyer, our Mexico, MO truck accident lawyers fight for the compensation you deserve. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's most recent data, nearly 5,900 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes in 2022.
You face specific challenges after a truck accident that regular car crash victims don't encounter. Multiple parties may share liability - from trucking companies to maintenance contractors. The FMCSA reports that driver-related factors were recorded in 38% of all fatal truck crashes, with issues like speeding and distraction leading the list.
Our lawyers have secured millions in settlements for Missouri residents. We handle everything - from investigating the crash to negotiating with insurance companies - while you focus on recovery.
Like most personal injuries in the state of Missouri, you have
five years to file a case before the statute of limitations on
personal injuries ends. If you file your personal injury case on time, you may be awarded damages including the cost of medical bills, payment for future physical therapy and medical bills, lost wages if you are unable to work, and pain and suffering. Had the negligent driver, equipment operator, or property owner been more careful, you would not be suffering from an injury. They should be held accountable for their actions. In Missouri,
Harper, Evans, Hilbrenner & Netemeyer is holding careless people and companies responsible for their actions.
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded - about 20 to 30 times more than passenger cars. Investigating the circumstances of truck accidents requires a different approach from other types of auto wrecks and
our experienced team will guide you every step of the way.
Most truck accident lawyers, including our team at Harper, Evans, Hilbrenner & Netemeyer, work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront costs and only pay legal fees if we win your case.
In Missouri, you have five years from the date of your truck accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible after your accident. Early action helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses while memories are fresh, and protect your rights before insurance companies can minimize your claim.
Truck accident victims can typically recover damages for medical expenses (both current and future), lost wages, lost earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. In cases involving death, families may pursue additional compensation for funeral expenses and loss of companionship.
The timeline for resolving a truck accident case typically ranges from 6 months to 2 years, depending on case complexity, severity of injuries, and whether the case goes to trial. Cases involving multiple defendants or disputed liability usually take longer.
Our lawyers handle cases involving catastrophic injuries of all types, as well as wrongful death. We frequently take on claims involving:
The negligent actions of drivers are the most frequent cause of personal injury. We have handled countless car accident cases and know what it takes to secure full compensation for your injuries.
A motorcyclist is no match for a car or truck in a traffic collision. There are often serious injuries and large medical bills. Only an experienced attorney can ensure complete compensation for an injured motorcyclist.
Semis and tractor-trailers have the ability to do serious damage when they are involved in an accident. We are experienced with truck accidents caused by overloaded trucks and truck driver fatigue.
Medical professionals are required to act with a certain standard of care. Failing at this standard can result in surgical errors, failed diagnosis and various other harms. When medical malpractice occurs, it takes a qualified lawyer to successfully pursue a claim.
Boat accidents result from carelessness, recklessness and failure to pay attention. Operating a boat under the influence of drugs or alcohol can also result in injury. Our attorneys understand how boating accidents occur and how to pursue a successful legal claim against negligent operators when they do.
A property owner may be responsible if a guest or customer is injured due to their negligence. Slip-and-falls and dog bites are common causes of injuries in premises liability cases. We understand how these cases are handled in Missouri.
A construction site can be a hazardous location for employees and other individuals. A site that is improperly maintained or where dangers are unprotected can result in serious injuries. Our attorneys are skilled in identifying how negligence causes construction accidents.
The frequency of abuse or neglect of the residents of nursing homes is astounding. Learning a loved one is a victim often leads to feelings of guilt and shame, but the nursing home is to blame. With a skilled attorney, it is possible to hold the nursing home accountable and obtain financial compensation.
Someone's negligent driving or failure to pay attention can change a pedestrian's life in an instant. Whatever the injury, we fight to secure a fair financial resolution and to hold the negligent party accountable.
Workplace accidents happen frequently and often it is an employer’s negligence or an employer’s omission that is part of the cause. We can help you collect when things happen that aren’t your fault.
Harper, Evans, Hilbrenner & Netemeyer’s attorneys fight against negligence every day. We bring experience, tenacity, and legal prowess to every case because it’s what the victims of carelessness deserve. Start building your injury case with our personal injury attorneys today.
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Our law firm’s location in downtown Columbia gives our attorneys convenient access to the Boone County Courthouse and City of Columbia Municipal Court.
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