Archive for February 25th, 2010

Q. Should I stay in my truck after an accident or get out?

A. Remain in the truck if you feel dizzy or feel any pain. Do your best to remain calm, and avoid changing positions. Pain in the neck or back can indicate a serious injury that could be made worse by climbing out of the truck. It is far better to wait for and ambulance or EMT than to end up crippled for life. No insurance claim is going to give your mobility back.

If your airbag deployed, there may be some haze in the cab, but there is no need to get out of the truck hastily unless you see fire or smell smoke. If the truck isn’t a safe place to be, then do what you have to do. Get out, and get as far away from any traffic as possible.

Q. What is the first thing I should do if I am in a truck accident?

A. First, if you or anyone else is injured, call 911. Give as many details as to your location as you can. Then call the police. While you are waiting, get as much information as possible, including name and contact information of the truck driver, license plate number, and contact information of passengers and eyewitnesses to the accident. Be sure to get insurance information.

Rob Kornfeld has been helping injury victims recover damages for over 30 years. Read more from Lynnwood Truck Accident Lawyer.