Christie Farrell Lee & Bell offers decades of experience in handling personal injury cases in Crown Point. We can help you secure fair compensation for your truck accident, cover medical expenses and lost income, and provide relief from the stress of dealing with insurance companies.
Lee Christie is a partner with Christie Farrell Lee & Bell and a lifelong Indiana resident. He has trial experience in both federal and state court and is a frequent lecturer on personal injury.
At Christie Farrell Lee & Bell, our personal injury lawyers have served the Indiana community since 1993. We bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the legal system to your claim to solve the case as effectively as possible.
According to a recent NHTSA annual report, 72% of people killed in large-truck traffic crashes were occupants of other vehicles. There are many causes for truck accidents, but some of the most common include:
We have seen how each of these causes has specific consequences that impact legal proceedings. Therefore, speaking with our lawyers promptly after the accident is crucial, as we can guide you through the necessary steps to protect your best interests.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) truck regulations aim to ensure the safety of commercial trucking operations. These regulations cover various aspects of trucking safety and compliance, such as:
It’s essential to be aware of the trucking laws in Indiana if you’re looking to pursue legal action after a truck accident. Our lawyers can help you interpret Indiana’s laws, statutes, and regulations to understand if we have sufficient evidence of negligence to pursue a personal injury claim.
If you’re unsure how to proceed after a truck accident, it’s important to know the steps for gathering evidence from the start. This increases your chances of a successful claim.
Immediately after a truck accident, you should:
Some of the most common injuries related to truck accidents in Indiana include:
Pursuing legal action ensures you won’t bear the costs of someone else’s negligence, allowing you to recover financial compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Comparative fault is a rule in Indiana that impacts the compensation you can receive based on your degree of fault in the incident.
According to Indiana Code § 34-51-2, your compensation is reduced if you’re found partially at fault, and is reduced by the overall percentage of fault in the incident. If you are more than 50% at fault, however, you may not qualify for any compensation.
Expert legal help from Christie Farrell Lee & Bell ensures your case overcomes comparative fault considerations and highlights the other party’s negligence. We work hard to build strong cases with compelling arguments backed by solid evidence.
Truck accident victims in Crown Point or anywhere in Indiana may be entitled to various types of compensation, including:
Several factors impact how much your truck accident case is worth, including the severity of your injuries, the impact on your life, and the degree of fault.
Our lawyers can assess your case for free, providing an estimate based on references from previous settlements. For instance, Christie Farrell Lee & Bell recently secured an $18,500,000 settlement for a truck accident resulting in TBI. We invite you to discuss other real case results like these during a free initial consultation.
With a proven track record of securing multi-million dollar settlements for the injured across Indiana, our experience positions us as an ideal legal ally to fight for compensation after a truck accident.
In Crown Point, we can assess your case, determine the best path moving forward, build a case, and negotiate or litigate to secure compensation for all your losses. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.
“From my first telephone conference with Mr. Christie to the settlement of my case, I found Lee and his office staff to be professional, courteous, and extremely helpful. Mr. Christie is professional, very knowledgeable, thorough, and realistic.”
“Tina Bell is the best. She continued to pursue the case resulting in an agreeable settlement.”
“Lee Christie represented my parents after an auto accident and he was wonderful! He always answered any questions or concerns we had and I would recommend him to anyone!”
“Lee Christie and Jill DuVall were very compassionate and caring in a stressful situation. They always answered our questions promptly, sometimes very late in the evening.”
“They were professional, yet very personally involved in our case. After hiring them, I felt a huge weight lifted from my shoulder so I concentrate on taking care of my husband.”
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