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How are truck accident settlements calculated?

There's no single formula, and every case depends on its own facts, but settlements are generally built around the losses you've experienced and the strength of the evidence supporting your claim. Common factors include:

  • Medical expenses, both past and future
  • Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Property damage
  • The severity and permanence of the injury
  • Whether the trucking company's negligence was clear and well-documented

Cases with strong evidence, like preserved black box data, hours-of-service violations, or a documented pattern of unsafe practices, tend to carry more leverage in negotiations. This is part of why early investigation matters so much. The stronger the evidence, the stronger the position we're negotiating from. Results vary by case, and there's no way to guarantee a specific outcome in advance.

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At Marko Law, we don’t just take cases. we take a stand. Whether you're facing an injury, injustice, or outright negligence, our team fights like it’s personal, because to you, it is.

  • Over $2 Billion recovered for our clients
  • Proven track record in civil rights, personal injury & workplace justice
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  • Based in Detroit, Michigan; trusted Nationwide

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