One of the most common questions our truck accident attorneys get from clients is: “How Much Is My Semi-Truck Accident Case Worth?”
Thankfully, there is no maximum limit or cap on how much you can sue for a commercial truck accident in Alabama. Basically, the value of your truck accident case is whatever the jury says they are.
That being said, every case, injury, and plaintiff is different. As a result, it is very difficult to predict the average truck accident settlement.
Nevertheless we will provide a very general estimate of the average truck accident settlement in this article.
However, we strongly encourage you to contact our experienced truck accident attorneys in Birmingham, AL for a free consultation.
We can review your specific situation and provide you with a more accurate estimate of your case’s value.
The Severity of Your Injuries
Of course, the extent of your injuries plays a role in the settlement value of a truck accident case.
Our team will document your injuries to support the full value of your claim.
You may have the right to recover compensation for:
- Current medical care and treatment,
- Future medical treatment,
- Current lost income and benefits,
- Future lost income,
- Pain and suffering,
- Emotional trauma,
- Diminished earning capacity, and
- Diminished quality of life.
Trucking insurance companies also consider any permanent scarring, disfigurement, or disability you suffered when calculating the value of your claim.
Truck Accident Settlement Value Chart
Merely speculating, we estimate that the average commercial truck accident settlement in Alabama is likely around $150,000. This is because most injuries fall in the Level 1 or Level 2 category.
Below is a range of semi-truck accident settlement values. Again, every trucking case is different so take these figures with a grain of salt:
| Severity of Crash and Injury | Case Value Range |
| Level 1 – Minor Injury | $25,000 – $100,000 |
| Level 2 – Medium Injury | $100,000 – $500,000 |
| Level 3 – Significant Injury | $500,000 – $2,000,000 |
| Level 4 – Catastrophic Injury or Death | $2,000,000 + |
Of course, the only way to truly determine what your settlement value might be is to consult a truck accident lawyer in Birmingham, Alabama.
Our semi-truck attorneys can evaluate the details of your case and provide you with a more accurate estimate of your claim’s potential value.
Real-World Truck Accident Settlements
Learning more about actual settlement amounts in truck accidents can help you visualize what your claim may be worth.
At Fob James Law Firm, our team helped secure $1.1 million for a client who was injured after her vehicle collided into a truck’s trailor. The injured client fractured her shoulder and her doctor surgicaly repaired it.
For more common, minor accidents not involving debilitating injuries, settlements typically range from $25,000 to $100,000. For example, our attorneys helped a client recover $75,000 after he hurt his neck when a semi-truck cut him off. The client did not need surgery but he did physical therapy for 2 months.
Contact a Truck Car Accident Attorney in Birmingham, AL for Help
Trust the top rated truck accident lawyers at the Fob James Law Firm to assist you through this challenging time.
We will fight tirelessly for you to help you recover the compensation you deserve for your injuries, trauma, and losses.
Our five star reviews speak for themselves.
We offer a free consultation and case analysis for Alabama truck accident victims.
Contact the Fob James Law Firm online or call us to discuss your case’s settlement value with an experienced truck accident attorney in Birmingham, AL.
Fob James
Fob James obtained a B.S., in software engineering from Auburn University and then continued his education by getting his J.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Law. After working for a large regional firm for several years where he obtained awards for both individual and corporate clients, Fob found that his passion was fighting for individuals who have been seriously injured or wronged by others. Fob believes that the jury is the great equalizer to the power and influence that large corporations have in society.