J.B. Hunt Accident Claims

If you have experienced the trauma of a collision with a truck from J.B. Hunt, you need allies on your side. As the largest freight company in North America, J.B. Hunt operates tens of thousands of trucks that travel millions of miles yearly. 

Dealing with the aftermath of a truck crash is incredibly difficult. The costs add up rapidly and recovery is a long process. At times like these, you need experienced legal advocates like John Foy & Associates in your corner.

For decades, our Atlanta truck accident lawyers have helped victims of truck crashes receive fair compensation against this company and many other trucking companies. Here is what you need to know to make an accident claim against J.B. Hunt.

About J.B. Hunt

J.B. Hunt has grown into one of the largest transportation companies in North America. Based in Arkansas, they coordinate an extensive fleet that operates in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. J.B. Hunt handles both long-haul freight and last-mile deliveries.

Their scale is massive, employing over 30,000 individuals and partnering with owner-operators to support $3.8 billion in annual revenue. As with any trucking company operating such a vast network, accidents are just a matter of time.

Large fleets bring high responsibility to uphold safety. If lapses in maintenance, compliance, routing, or fatigue allow an unfit driver or truck to cause harm, you may pursue an accident claim. Our Atlanta personal injury lawyers can help you cover your costs through one.

Filing an Accident Claim Against J.B. Hunt

If you’ve sustained injuries from a J.B. Hunt commercial vehicle, you must take the appropriate steps to file an injury claim. Here is an overview of the process of filing an accident claim:

• Seek Medical Attention – Get examined by doctors as soon as possible to document the full extent of your injuries. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
• Gather Evidence – If you can, take photos of vehicle damage, report to the police, and get the contact information of any witnesses.
• Hire an Attorney – The experienced truck accident lawyers at John Foy & Associates can assist in building a strong case.

Once you have a lawyer, they’ll help you file your claim, gather evidence, build your case, and work to negotiate a settlement. If we cannot reach a fair settlement, our Atlanta personal injury lawyers will take legal action to take J.B. Hunt and their insurers to court.

Determining Liability After a J.B. Hunt Truck Accident

Establishing who was at fault is vital for any accident claim with J.B. Hunt. When someone is liable, they are at fault for the accident and will owe compensation to others involved. We look for evidence like: 

• Drivers’ actions – Was the truck driver speeding, distracted, or impaired? Did they follow all safety regulations?
• Vehicle maintenance – Were there any mechanical issues that caused or contributed to the wreck? Was the truck properly inspected?
• Route/load planning – Could tighter scheduling or better routes have prevented driver fatigue?
• Safety culture – Does J.B. Hunt have a record of ignoring hazards or encouraging unsafe behaviors?
• Witness accounts – What do other motorists and their statements reveal about the events leading up to impact?

An experienced attorney can analyze all evidence to see if you have a valid accident claim against J.B. Hunt. If so, we’ll build a strong case from the evidence we find and fight to get you the maximum value for your case.

Seeking Compensation From a J.B. Hunt Accident Claim

When you’re hurt after an accident with a J.B. Hunt commercial vehicle, seeking fair financial compensation is your right. Dealing with ongoing medical costs and lost wages alone can place a huge burden on you and your family.

The attorneys at John Foy & Associates handle all aspects of filing a claim to maximize recovery. We will gather evidence of the crash to assess how much you need to get fair compensation for your damages.

Types of compensation you could receive include:

• Medical expenses – Both current and future costs are claimed to cover all required treatment.
• Lost wages – Past and potential lost income is recovered for time out of work.
• Pain and suffering – Non-economic damages can be a big part of your compensation

By expertly guiding clients through the claims process, John Foy & Associates aims to alleviate financial strains and achieve maximum and fair settlements for injuries sustained due to another’s negligence.

Truck Settlements We Have Won

John Foy has been victorious in many truck accident claims. Our personal injury attorneys have recovered over 1 billion for our clients over the past twenty years. Here are some of the settlements our attorneys have won for our clients:

• $6.6 million for a tractor-trailer crash that crossed the median and struck the victim with the trailer.
• $2.8 million for a driver who stopped at a red light and got rear-ended by a truck
• $2.5 million in a wrongful death crash on I-20 West, where the truck was driving at night and did not have operating rear warning lights. The victim crashed into the rear of the trailer.
• $1.98 million for a worker who was dragged by a tractor-trailer for 45 feet on I-20 after the truck’s steering malfunctioned.
• $1.5 million for a truck that sideswiped our client due to an improper lane change.

How Soon Must I File My Claim?

If you have been injured in an accident involving a J.B. Hunt commercial vehicle in Georgia, it is important to understand the statute of limitations for injury claims. You only have a limited amount of time to file before your right to seek compensation expires.

In Georgia, you must commence a legal action within two years of the date your injury occurred. This means you need to hire an attorney and send a formal demand letter or fill out a complaint within two years of the accident date for your claim to be considered timely.

Filing as soon as possible after an injury is always recommended. This allows an attorney adequate time to fully investigate liability and maximize the value of your claim. The attorneys at John Foy & Associates can help you get your J.B. Hunt accident claim filed in time.