If you sustained an injury in a truck accident due to the truck driver, trucking company, or another party’s negligence, contact DeMayo Law Offices. We could represent you in your insurance claim to recover the compensation you need for your lost wages or loss of earning potential. You shouldn’t have to suffer financial strain from being unable to work when someone else caused the crash.
“Lost wages” is a compensatory loss. That means you could seek money to compensate for the salary, bonuses, overtime wages, and other wages you can’t earn because you can’t return to work or function at full capacity. Even if you go back to work after the truck accident, you might have some limitations that prevent you from earning your usual income.
When you file a claim with the trucking company’s insurance company, the settlement you receive could cover your lost wages so you don’t face economic burdens while recovering from your injury.
At DeMayo Law Offices, our unpaid wages lawyers have over 150 years of combined experience representing accident victims. We have various resources at our disposal to prove someone else was at fault for your injury and deserves to be held liable. When you hire us, we will provide the guidance and support you need to get through this devastating time in your life. You can count on us to remain by your side until the end.
For a free consultation and to learn more about your legal options after suffering lost wages or earning potential from a truck accident, call DeMayo Law Offices, Your North Carolina Law Firm™, at (877) 333-1000 today.
Lost Wages in a Truck Accident Case
“Lost wages” is any money you would have earned at your job if you didn’t suffer an injury in an accident. Wages can include:
- Bonuses or commissions
- Base pay, either salary or hourly
- Contributions to a retirement account
- Overtime pay
- Vacation and sick days
- Salary or hourly raises
- Employment benefits
DeMayo Law Offices can calculate all of your lost wages to determine the amount of money you should receive. Whether we pursue an insurance claim or unpaid wage claim lawsuit on your behalf, the compensation we recover should adequately cover any wages you didn’t make while you were out of work or performing your job with limited abilities.
Loss of Earning Potential in a Truck Accident Case
“Loss of earning potential” is similar to lost wages but considers any future income you won’t earn due to your injury. If you can’t return to the job you had before the accident, or if you can work but for less money than you used to make, compensation for loss of earning potential could make up for it.
Loss of earning potential could even compensate you for future salary or wages you can’t make because you suffered a permanent injury or disability in the truck accident.
Loss of earning potential can include:
- Lost future employment opportunities
- Physical or mental limitations on the ability to earn a living
- Reduced hours on the job due to the injury
Proving loss of earning potential is more challenging than proving lost wages. Lost wages typically come with tangible evidence you can use to show how much money you usually earn and the amount of money you make after the accident. You can’t predict the future or accurately determine a number to represent the pay you’ll miss out on because of the injury you sustained.
DeMayo Law Offices has experience calculating loss of earning potential compensation. We might use your typical salary or hourly pay, commissions, paid time off, and other income in a formula to determine how much money you won’t be able to earn in the future based on the severity of your injury.
Who You Can Hold Liable for Your Lost Wages and Loss of Earning Potential
Most people assume the truck driver should be held liable for an accident involving a commercial truck. They were behind the wheel, so they probably caused the crash. However, multiple parties could be responsible for causing a truck accident, depending on the circumstances.
Parties you could pursue compensation from after a truck accident include:
- Truck driver
- Motor carrier
- Owner of the cab or trailer
- Cargo loading company
- Truck maintenance or repair workers
- Manufacturer of the truck or parts
The North and South Carolina truck accident attorneys of DeMayo Law Offices can investigate the crash to determine who was at fault. We will gather all of the available evidence to prove that someone else’s actions contributed to the accident and that they should be financially responsible for your lost wages or loss of earning potential.
Why You Should Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer
Obtaining the necessary evidence to prove you suffered lost wages or loss of earning potential is complicated. If you pursue a claim without hiring a knowledgeable lawyer, you could end up without the money you need to compensate for your loss.
You should seek legal representation immediately after the crash. Handling a truck accident case while attending your doctor’s appointments to treat your injuries can be overwhelming. You have too much to take on without worrying about filing an insurance claim, collecting evidence, and negotiating for a settlement.
DeMayo Law Offices can take on the responsibility for your case so you can focus on healing your injuries. We will do all the heavy lifting and complete each step of the process for you. Our legal team knows how to negotiate with insurance companies for an adequate settlement to compensate for lost wages, loss of earning potential, and additional losses suffered from a truck accident.
Contact Us
DeMayo Law Offices is ready to be your advocate and fight for the justice you deserve. We will tirelessly work to meet your needs and try to reach a favorable outcome in your case. Our dependable legal services give our clients the peace of mind necessary to take care of themselves while recovering.
Our North and South Carolina truck accident attorneys have a proven track record of success that shows how much we dedicate our time and attention to every case we take. You will be our priority and receive the personalized attention you deserve. We know how much you’re struggling and want to relieve your burden so you can gain compensation for your lost wages or loss of earning potential and move forward with your life.
If you were injured in a truck accident due to someone else’s negligent actions, do not hesitate to call DeMayo Law Offices, Your North Carolina Law Firm™, at (877) 333-1000 for a free consultation. Our team is available 24/7, so you can reach us when you need us the most.
