![\"Truck](\"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Truck-Accident-Lawyers-Indianapolis-Indiana-2-e1576621009150.jpg\")
Trucking Company Employees vs. Independent Contractors\n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Most often, the trucking company is responsible for\nany damages caused by an employed driver while they were on the clock. However,\nsome trucking accident claims can prove to be a bit trickier since not all\ntruck drivers are employed by the trucking company. Some trucking companies\noutsource truck drivers who own their own truck and operate as independent\ncontractors. In the case that a driver was injured by an independent trucking\ncontractor, appointing liability can pose its challenges due to certain\nindependent contracting laws. For this reason, it is vital to have a seasoned\ntruck accident attorney representing your claim, from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although the negligent actions of employees of a\ntrucking company are the trucking company\u2019s responsibility, independent\ntrucking contractors are responsible for themselves. This means that the\ntrucking company that hired an independent trucker will generally not be held\nlegally liable if the trucker causes an accident that harms another person. In\nfact, it is quite common for trucking companies and their insurance carrier to\npoint the finger totally on the independent truck driver. On the other hand, if\nthe trucking company lease a truck or placard to a truck driver, they could be\nfound legally liable for the driver\u2019s actions while on the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another important factor that courts will consider is\nwhether or not the truck driver of a trucking company was acting within their\nscope of employment. For instance, if an employed truck driver of a trucking\ncompany causes an accident while on the clock performing work duties, the\ncompany can be held liable for the accident. However, the trucking company\nmight be able to evade liability if the employee acted outside their scope of\nemployment by causing an accident while running a personal errand, potentially.\nThe company could argue that because the employee was acting outside of their\nscope of employment, they are not accountable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What You Should Do After a Truck Accident<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you were just injured in a serious car accident as\na result of a negligent trucker, you are likely entitled to collecting\ncompensation for your subsequent damages and losses. See our blog, \u201cFAQS\nAbout Commercial Truck Accident Claims<\/a>\u201d to learn more about your options\nfor legal recompense. Contact a licensed truck accident lawyer in Indianapolis\nfor help navigating your personal injury claim, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Call Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700<\/strong> to schedule a free consultation with a licensed Indianapolis truck accident attorne<\/a>y who can determine the best strategies for your case. Not only does our law firm offer free consultations, we never collect lawyer fees unless we prevail for you! Call 317-881-2700 to get started on your financial recovery, today.\u00a0 We represent injured persons throughout Indiana and are located in Indianapolis, Indiana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The consequences of car accidents range on a very broad spectrum, from minor all the way to fatal. But when it comes to truck accidents, the damages tend to be even more extensive given that trucks are larger, heavier, and … Continue reading Indiana Truck Accident Attorneys<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
![\"Indianapolis](\"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Craven-Hoover-Blazek-Personal-Injury-Law-e1555336425372.jpg\")