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Car accidents are stressful, and victims may face severe injuries and significant expenses. The situation can be even more challenging when one of the vehicles involved is a large truck or commercial motor vehicle. The size and weight of a truck can cause catastrophic injuries, and even fatalities. In addition, victims may have to go up against trucking companies and other powerful defendants to get the compensation they deserve.
You do not have to fight alone. Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC can act as your advocate and ally. Our Philadelphia personal injury lawyers will work to build a solid claim and aggressively pursue every cent owed to you and your family. When you work with us, you can rest and recover knowing your legal issue is in the hands of our award-winning attorneys and compassionate staff. Contact us online or call us for a free consultation.
Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. Mr. Kalikhman received his Juris Doctorate from the Rutgers University School of Law. He has experience in Personal Injury Litigation in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Mr. Kalikhman is admitted to practice before state and federal courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey. He is a member of the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and Bucks County Bar Associations, as well as the Pennsylvania Association for Justice.
Arkady “Eric” Rayz, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. As an undergraduate, Mr. Rayz was a recipient of the H. Thomas and Dorothy Willits Hallowell Scholarship and Temple University President’s Scholar Award. Mr. Rayz obtained his Juris Doctorate from the James E. Beasley School of Law of Temple University, where he was a staff member and editor of the Temple International and Comparative Law Journal.
Mr. Rayz has broad experience in handling matters in federal and state courts and is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New York. He is a member of the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Bar Associations.
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), collisions involving heavy trucks reached a five-year high in 2022. That year, more than 7,500 truck accidents happened inside the state, including 145 accidents involving fatal injuries.
Commercial trucks are usually heavier, sit higher, and take longer to stop than passenger vehicles. For these reasons, the force of impact of a truck can be catastrophic. Our firm has experience with severe and deadly injury claims. We can assist if you or your loved one suffered injuries in a commercial motor vehicle accident, including:
When these or other injuries leave you with pain and bills, you can reach out to our firm for help.
We know that insurance agents do not always treat injured parties fairly. Their job is to look out for the insurance company’s bottom line – not your best interests. To that end, they may try to pressure you into accepting an initial offer that is less than you deserve.
Our firm strives to help victims get back on their feet by aggressively pursuing financial resources for their medical care and more. Maximizing your motor vehicle accident recovery is our primary goal. Our truck accident lawyers serving Philadelphia, PA, can fight for full and fair compensation for the following truck accident damages:
To learn more about how we can pursue awards, call our number or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.
Pennsylvania follows what is commonly referred to as a “no-fault” insurance system. This system establishes laws that require motorists to carry personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. PIP pays for medical expenses up to the policy limit after a crash, regardless of fault. However, Pennsylvania is unique because it allows drivers to choose full or limited tort coverage.
Recoverable damages after an auto accident will depend on the type of insurance selected:
Our Philadelphia truck accident attorneys can review your auto insurance and help you understand your options for pursuing compensation against trucking companies and other potentially liable parties. We will handle claims and aggressively seek the highest settlement available under the terms of the involved policies.
Liability for truck accidents can be complex because there is often more than one financially responsible party. At-fault parties may include:
Our attorneys can investigate the cause of the truck accident and determine liability. We can pursue multiple claims if our investigation reveals multiple parties are at fault.
The basis of any personal injury case is evidence of negligence. Our Philadelphia truck accident lawyers can do the following to support a claim:
Building a robust claim is vital to recovering fair and full compensation. Strong evidence is also essential to protect you from allegations of negligence or wrongdoing.
According to 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 7102, Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence system. Injured parties can recover compensation according to a liable party’s degree of fault, and any degree of fault they bear will reduce their awards. For example, if you win $100,000 but bear 20 percent liability, you would recover $80,000.
Victims who are more than 50 percent liable cannot recover damages. Therefore, insurance companies and opposing counsel may try to blame you for the crash to reduce or negate their clients’ financial responsibility. You must have proof to refute these claims.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we do not believe victims should have to pay for the negligent or wrongful behavior of others. We will do everything in our power to ease your legal burden and secure full and fair compensation so you can focus on healing.
Our Philadelphia truck accident attorneys will provide you with compassionate and comprehensive legal care. Our team can:
Do not wait too long to get started. 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2) allows two years to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit in Pennsylvania. The court will likely throw out the case if the statute of limitations expires, and you may not be able to negotiate a fair settlement with the other party.
At Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC, we want clients to feel empowered to make informed choices about their legal issues. We are here 24/7 to answer all of your questions, address your concerns, and advise you of your options for seeking financial recovery.
When you work with us, you get a skilled legal advocate who will stand by your side and demand economic justice for your injuries and damages. We can help you get started today with a free, no-obligation consultation. Complete our online contact form or call us and connect with a Pennsylvania truck accident lawyer near you.
Every attorney on our team has vast experience helping victims of auto accidents, including car accidents and tractor trailer accidents.
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