We bring negligent truck drivers to justice.

Unfortunately, there is no simple answer for this. Depending on the specifics of your accident, it can take anywhere from a few months to a few years before everything is finished.

Here are a few factors that can affect timing:

The specifics of the commercial truck accident. Getting to the truth can take time. For example, the true cause of an accident may be that the trucking company set unsafe deadlines, causing the driver to speed or skip much-needed breaks.

The extent of your injuries. The lasting effect of injuries isn't always apparent right away. We want to make sure your lawsuit or settlement covers all of your expenses.

The actions of the insurance companies. Both the driver and the business they work for may have insurance, but there's often a lot of back and forth between insurance companies to avoid responsibility. We push both insurers to pay what you deserve.

Going to court. Truck accident cases that go to trial often take longer than cases that are settled out of court.

Around 95% of accident claims are settled out of court. A truck accident injury attorney can share the benefits and risks of going to trial for your specific case, but here are some general reasons people choose to settle out of court:

Lawsuits come with risks. You may lose your case entirely, or a jury could award damages that are less than you would get in a settlement.

Timing. Trials take longer, which means you may not receive compensation as quickly as you would like. Having a pending lawsuit also prevents you from closing this difficult chapter of your life.

Privacy. The results of your truck accident lawsuit become part of the public record, which may not feel comfortable to you.

Cooper Elliott offers free consultations, and we are paid only if we win your lawsuit or settle your claim out of court. We discuss payment details with you at each stage of the process so there are no surprises.

You will meet with an experienced commercial truck accident attorney who will listen to your story and discuss the legal options available to you.

We will be honest with you about how the legal system works and possible avenues to explore to seek justice for the injuries you sustained from the accident.

Every day, we meet with people who are picking up the pieces of their life after a tragedy. We understand how difficult this can be, and we won't pressure you into doing anything you don't want to do at any step.