Accidents involving semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and other commercial vehicles often cause catastrophic injuries—and the legal process is far more complex than in a standard car crash. At  Gergely Law Offices P.C.., we’ve helped countless victims in Kalamazoo and throughout Michigan protect their rights and recover full compensation after serious truck accidents.

If you or a loved one has been injured, here’s what you need to do immediately to safeguard your health, your claim, and your future.

1. Call 911 and Seek Immediate Medical Attention

Truck accidents often result in  life-altering injuries  such as spinal cord damage, brain trauma, or multiple fractures. Whether or not you feel pain right away,  always get medical help  at the scene or shortly afterward.

Medical records serve as essential evidence—and delays in treatment can hurt both your recovery and your injury claim.

2. Don’t Talk to the Trucking Company or Their Insurer

After a crash, insurance adjusters or representatives from the trucking company may contact you.  Do not give a recorded statement  or accept any settlement offer without speaking to a lawyer first.

These companies are protecting their own bottom line—not your best interests. Even innocent comments can be twisted to minimize or deny your claim.

3. Preserve All Evidence

If you're able, take the following steps:

• Photograph the crash scene, vehicles, skid marks, road conditions, and injuries
• Collect witness names and contact information
• Request a copy of the  police report
• Save all medical records and bills related to the crash
  
  

Truck accidents often involve  multiple parties, and evidence can disappear quickly. The sooner you act, the better.

4. Understand the Unique Nature of Truck Accident Claims

Unlike car crashes, truck accidents often involve:

• Commercial insurance policies  with much higher limits
• Multiple liable parties  (e.g., driver, trucking company, maintenance provider, cargo loader)
• Federal trucking regulations  that govern hours of service, rest breaks, and vehicle weight
  
  

Our legal team conducts  independent investigations, including reviewing black box data, driver logs, dash cam footage, and maintenance records to build a strong case.

5. Know What Compensation You May Be Entitled To

Depending on the severity of your injuries and the facts of the crash, you may be eligible to recover damages for:

• Emergency and ongoing medical expenses
• Rehabilitation and future care needs
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Property damage
• Wrongful death (if a loved one was lost)
  
  

At  Gergely Law Offices P.C.., we pursue  maximum compensation—not quick settlements that leave you paying the price long-term.

6. Contact a Truck Accident Attorney Immediately

Time is critical in a truck accident case. Companies often send investigators to the scene within hours, and  important evidence can be lost if you wait too long.

Our trial lawyers will:

• Preserve and gather key evidence
• Identify all liable parties
• Negotiate with powerful insurance companies
• File a lawsuit and take your case to court if necessary
  
  

We don’t back down—and we don’t get paid unless you win.

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If you or a family member has been seriously injured in a truck accident in Michigan, don’t face the legal system alone. Let Gergely Law Offices, P.C.  be your voice and your advocate from day one.