Ylla Gosney, Attorneys at Law can help you through the claims process when you’re hurt in an accident with a farm truck in Tulsa. When most people think of farming here, they picture large farms and ranches—and they’re not wrong. But the agricultural industry in Tulsa is much more diverse than that, and that means a lot of different trucks on the road with you. We can help you if you get hurt. Set up a free consultation today.
Do You Need a Lawyer?
Agriculture has a huge presence in Tulsa and Tulsa County. So, when you’re driving through the rural roads of Bixby, Coweta, Collinsville, you know farm trucks are a regular part of the landscape. That’s why accidents with them are fairly common, and they aren’t limited to one type of truck or even one type of situation.
That means there’s a lot of variables in play when you’re involved in an accident. So you don’t always need a lawyer, but our team will be there to help you by:
- Breaking down the law in plain language so you understand your options
- Gathering evidence you may not be able to access on your own
- Handling conversations with insurance companies so you don’t have to keep reliving the accident
- Taking the legal burden off your shoulders so you can focus on getting better
A little clarity early on can make the entire process feel much less overwhelming, and that’s our overall goal. However, the aftermath of a farm truck accident looks different for everyone. That’s why getting information can really help.
Information to Look For After a Farm Truck Accident
After a collision with a farm truck, the last thing you’re thinking about is getting evidence and information. But this time is crucial for getting your bearings and forming the foundation of a potential claim. That comes from things like:
- Photos and videos of the accident scene, vehicle damage, skid marks, road conditions, and any cargo involved
- The driver’s name, insurance information, and the name of the farm or company they work for
- Contact information for any witnesses who saw the accident
- Notes about what you remember, including where the truck came from, how it was being driven, and whether it appeared overloaded
- Medical records from your initial treatment to connect your injuries directly to the accident
While these all sound fairly straightforward, it’s totally different when you’re actually in a collision and hurt. So it’s not so much a matter of getting everything right now—it’s more about getting what you can there at the scene to start asking questions.
Liability and Farm Truck Accidents in Tulsa
While they’re used for specific purposes, farm trucks have the same responsibilities as any other vehicle when it comes to driving safely and not causing an accident.
At the same time, one of the biggest challenges in these accidents is figuring out who’s actually responsible for what happened. So yes, it still comes down to the circumstances, but generally, this means liability—the legal responsibility for your injuries—can fall on:
- The driver
- The farm that employs the driver
- The manufacturer that made the truck or its parts
- Local government agencies
- Other drivers involved
- People or company that loaded the truck with cargo
Ultimately, this liability is going to depend on what caused the accident—and that can change based on the situation. Farm truck accidents vary a lot, but generally happen because of:
- Size and weight differences between the truck and your car
- Heavy or unstable cargo that shifts during the trip
- Rural roads or rough conditions around farms or destinations
- Fatigue from long work hours during planting or harvest seasons
- Mechanical issues from worn brakes, tires, or limited maintenance schedules
- Speeding or rushing to complete deliveries or other tasks
All of these things come together at the worst time to cause your accident. But it’s not a question of your rights, it’s about what you’re going after when you file a claim.
What Damages Can You Get in a Tulsa Farm Truck Accident Claim?
There’s two ways to think about your “damages” from a farm truck accident. First, there’s your injuries, like:
- Head injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Burns
- Whiplash
- Internal organ damage
In other words, a farm truck accident leaves you facing a lot of different physical problems—not to mention challenges from missed work, pain, stress, car repairs and everything else that comes from an accident.
That’s where the other side of your “damages” come in. Filing a claim allows you to address these losses. You can get them by filing:
- An insurance claim outside of court
- A personal injury lawsuit in civil court
With a claim filed, you can possibly recover costs associated with your:
- Medical bills from the accident, both now and in the future
- Lost income because you can’t work
- Future income loss if you’re permanently injured
- Costs to repair or replace your vehicle or property
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
- Changes in your relationships
- Scarring or disfigurement from your injuries
- Expenses related to the death of a loved one if the accident was fatal
Remember, there’s a deadline in place. You have two years from the date of the accident to file your claim. That sounds like a lot of time, but with everything you’re already going through and the fact that things tend to disappear once the damage is cleaned up, moving sooner rather than later is usually a better option for you.
What Kinds of Farm Trucks Are Common Around Tulsa?
Because agriculture is such a large industry here in Tulsa, it stands to reason that so many farms—big and small—use trucks to help their operation. That means sharing the road with:
- Flatbed trucks hauling equipment, hay, fencing materials, or supplies
- Grain trucks transporting wheat, corn, soybeans, and other crops
- Feed and fertilizer trucks delivering agricultural supplies
- Water trucks used for irrigation and dust control
- Livestock trailers and cattle haulers
- Tractor-trailers pulling farm-use equipment and machinery
- Service trucks carrying fuel, tools, and repair equipment to farms and ranches
Obviously, each one of these handles differently. Some are slow-moving, while others carry heavy loads and dangerous cargo. That makes a potential accident pretty scary, but if you’re in one, you don’t have to face the aftermath by yourself.
Reach Out to Ylla Gosney After a Farm Truck Accident in Tulsa
Whether you’re driving through rural parts of Tulsa County or traveling on highways like U.S. 75, U.S. 169, or the Creek Turnpike, sharing the road with farm trucks is part of daily life here in Tulsa. Unfortunately, that can lead to a situation where you’re injured in an accident. If that’s happened to you, our Tulsa farm truck accident lawyers at Ylla Gosney will be there to guide you through the claims process. Reach out today to set up your free consultation.