How to Claim Compensation After a Truck Accident You may be eligible to receive compensation if injured in a collision with a truck. The severity of your injuries and the fault will determine how much compensation you are entitled to. In the majority of cases, you may be able to claim for medical bills and lost wages. It is important to consider the suffering and pain and the loss of enjoyment in the future life. Compensation for truck accidents: Comparative negligence rules Based on the fault of both the party who was injured and the other,