Auto & Trucking Accident Litigation

CASE RESULTS

Percey v. Case Knife Express, et al. Trucking collision
Settlement: $950,000

Evans v. First Express Trucking, et al. Trucking collision
This case was tried on two occasions. The highest offer to settle the case was $45,000.
Trial # 1 Judgment amount: $178,902.00
Trial # 2 Judgment amount: $243,589.00

Meeks, et al. v. Hale, et al.Single vehicle collision
The suit was filed by the passengers against the driver.
Settlement: policy limits of $100,000.00

Snodgrass v. James
Automobile accident
Settlement: policy limits of $100,000.00

Reed v. Boykin
Automobile Collision
Against a State Farm Insured Trial: Judgment was 4.5 times greater than highest settlement offer.

Whitlock v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. d/b/a Sam’s Wholesale Club, et al.
Pedestrian struck by Sam’s Club employee driving a vehicle
Highest pre-suit offer: $5,000
Settlement: $95,000

For the past twelve years, I have specialized in litigation arising from collisions on the roadway. Automobile and trucking accidents are a specialized field of law that requires someone with specific experience in that field.

In order to successfully handle automobile and trucking cases, the attorney must be knowledgeable in investigations and the rules of the road (both state and federal). It is also vital that the attorney have a thorough understanding of the client’s medical issues to ensure that the client is progressing forward with the most capable and appropriate doctors, and to ensure that the client’s true and accurate damages are submitted in the insurance claim, or in later court.

I have successfully handled nearly 100 jury trials, and countless bench trials. I have tried cases in both State and Federal courts throughout the southeast. My clients’ cases receive the attention to detail that maximizes the value of the case to ensure that they get what they deserve.

What You Should Do If You Are In An Automobile or Trucking Collision

OBTAIN INFORMATION:
THE OTHER DRIVER’S name, address, telephone number, driver's license number, vehicle license number, and insurance information.

WITNESSES: name, address, and telephone number

ASSESS DAMAGES:
make an initial assessment of any personal injuries and property damage resulting from the accident while you are still at the scene.

SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION:
If you are injured, you should seek medical attention immediately and maintain a record of all losses you sustain as a result of your injuries (e.g., lost wages).

CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY:
If you plan to make a claim with your insurance company, you should contact your agent as soon as possible.

CONTACT AN ATTORNEY
If you are not certain of your rights, consult a lawyer of your personal choice. Your insurance company will always be represented by trained adjustors or by an attorney.

Edward P. Rowan, Attorney at Law, 259 N. Jackson Street, Mobile, AL 36603, (800) 785-8755