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Getting into a crash with a semi-truck or commercial vehicle can turn your world upside down. These collisions often lead to serious injuries, totaled vehicles, and weeks, if not months, of recovery. On top of that, dealing with insurance companies, trucking companies, and medical bills adds another layer of stress especially when you’re trying to navigate a Portland Maine truck accident claim.
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident in Portland, knowing where to begin can feel overwhelming. At Mann Law, we understand the weight of what you’re facing, and we’re here to help you confidently take the next step.
In this post, we explain how to file a Portland, Maine, truck accident claim, what to expect, and how our team can support you.
Your focus should be on safety and documentation in the minutes and hours after a crash. Here’s what to do after a truck accident to help protect yourself medically, legally, and financially:
Taking these steps helps preserve the evidence and timeline necessary for a strong claim.
Filing a commercial truck accident claim is not the same as filing a claim after a typical car crash. Trucking accidents involve multiple parties, extensive regulations, and often high-dollar insurance policies. Here’s how the process generally works.
Your health and recovery are the priority. You’ll need medical documentation to support your claim, so attend all follow-up appointments and track your symptoms over time.
Make sure the police have documented the accident. In Maine, a crash involving injury or significant property damage must be reported to law enforcement. You must report the collision to your insurance company right away to comply with your policy’s accident reporting requirements.
Hold onto medical records, receipts, towing bills, prescription costs, and any notes from your doctor. If possible, preserve photos or videos of the crash scene and your vehicle.
Unlike standard car crash claims, trucking cases often involve multiple insurers, corporate legal teams, and trucking industry regulations. Getting legal guidance early can help protect you from missteps and lowball offers.
Your attorney will file claims with all responsible parties and negotiate on your behalf. That may include the truck driver’s insurer, the trucking company’s policy, or third parties like cargo loaders or vehicle manufacturers.
If a fair settlement can’t be reached, your lawyer may recommend filing a lawsuit within Maine’s statute of limitations, typically six years for personal injury cases. However, the sooner you act, the better.
In car crashes, liability usually falls on one driver. However, in commercial truck accidents, responsibility is often shared. So, who is liable in a truck accident?
Depending on the facts, any of the following parties may be responsible:
Your attorney’s job is to investigate the cause, review maintenance logs and driver records, and determine how each party’s actions contributed to the crash. At Mann Law, we work to conduct thorough, independent investigations, not just rely on the insurer’s version of events.
Truck accidents are complex, and many victims don’t realize how much is at stake, or how hard the insurance company may fight to reduce what it pays.
An experienced truck accident attorney can work to:
At Mann Law, we go beyond the paperwork. We provide real guidance, explain your options clearly, and advocate for what’s truly fair based on the specifics of your case.
In Maine, the value of your claim depends on the details of your injury, recovery, and financial loss. You may be entitled to compensation for:
At Mann Law, we carefully review every aspect of your claim to understand your current and future needs. We don’t offer inflated promises—just honest, strategic advocacy.
We know you have a choice when it comes to personal injury law firms. At Mann Law, we approach things differently. As a proudly female-owned firm in a male-dominated legal market, we treat every client with respect, compassion, and personal attention. Our team offers over 50 years of combined experience in personal injury law, including insider knowledge that founder Chrissy Mann brings from her time in insurance defense. We’re not here to pressure you into filing a claim. We’re here to help you understand your rights and decide what’s best for your situation.
If you’ve been injured in a truck accident in Portland, you don’t have to navigate the legal and insurance systems alone. At Mann Law, we help people like you get the care, compensation, and clarity they need to move forward. With offices in Portland and throughout Maine, we are ready to listen to your story, answer your questions, and guide you through the next steps without pressure. Contact us today or call us at (207) 709-0900 for a free consultation.
