Can I still file a claim if I was partially at fault for the truck accident?

Yes, in many states you can still file a claim even if you were partially responsible. Most states follow some form of comparative negligence, which allows you to claim compensation proportionate to the other party’s share of fault.

• In pure comparative negligence states, you can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault — your potential compensation would be reduced by your percentage of blame.
• In modified comparative negligence states, you may be barred from recovery if you were more than 50% or 51% at fault.
• A small number of contributory negligence states prohibit recovery if you were even slightly at fault.

A truck accident lawyer at Flynn Greathouse can help you understand how the laws in your state apply and protect your claim from being unfairly reduced or denied.