Truck accidents can be devastating. The sheer size and weight of commercial trucks mean that when they collide with passenger vehicles, the results are often catastrophic.
If you or a loved one was injured in a truck accident caused by another party’s negligence, you have the right to pursue full and fair compensation. But the road to recovery is rarely straightforward. Trucking companies and their insurers will do everything in their power to minimize their liability and settle your claim for as little as possible.
At Harpy Law, our truck accident lawyers have the experience, resources, and determination to take on powerful insurance companies and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. We will handle your truck accident claim on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Call us today or visit our contact page to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.
Why Choose Harpy Law?
- Our truck accident attorneys have in-depth knowledge of federal and state trucking regulations, including FMCSA hours-of-service rules, driver qualification standards, vehicle maintenance requirements, and cargo load restrictions. We know how to identify violations and use them to build your strongest case.
- We are a national law firm with the resources to take on large trucking companies and their insurers. We have access to expert accident reconstructionists, medical specialists, and investigators who help us prove causation, liability, and the full value of your damages.
- Our team has secured millions of dollars in compensation for truck accident victims and their families nationwide, and we are committed to helping you secure maximum compensation.
- We handle your case on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and we only collect a fee if we recover compensation for you. There is no financial risk in calling us.
- Our truck accident lawyers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Truck accident cases require fast action to preserve evidence, and we are ready to get to work for you right away.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Truck accidents can result from a wide variety of factors. Understanding the cause of your accident is critical to identifying liability and building your case. Common causes include:
- Driver fatigue
- Distracted driving
- Speeding and reckless driving
- Improper cargo loading
- Poor vehicle maintenance
- Defective trucking parts and equipment
- Driving under the influence
- Negligent hiring and supervision
- Poor road conditions
Liability in Truck Accident Cases
One of the most important aspects of any truck accident case is identifying all of the parties whose negligence contributed to the crash. Potentially liable parties may include:
- The truck driver
- The trucking company or fleet owner
- The company responsible for loading or securing the cargo
- The company that performed maintenance or repairs on the truck
- The manufacturer of defective truck parts or equipment
- A negligent driver-screening or staffing agency
- A government entity responsible for poorly designed or maintained roads
Our truck accident attorneys carefully examine the facts of your accident to help identify all possible causes and liable parties so we can hold the at-fault parties accountable and maximize your compensation.
Do Not Wait to Take Action
Every state has a deadline by which you must file your truck accident claim. If you miss that deadline, you may lose your right to any compensation, regardless of how strong your case is.
Beyond the legal deadline, waiting to act can hurt your case in other ways. Physical evidence can be lost. Witnesses’ memories fade. Electronic records are routinely overwritten. The sooner you contact an experienced truck accident attorney, the better your chances of a successful outcome.
Why You Need an Experienced Truck Accident Lawyer
Truck accident cases are significantly more complex than typical car accident claims. Here is why having an experienced attorney in your corner makes all the difference:
- The stakes are much higher – Commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, which is more than 20 times the weight of an average passenger car. The injuries that result from these collisions are often severe and permanent, and the compensation at stake is substantial. Insurers fight harder when the numbers are this large.
- Multiple parties may be involved – Unlike car accident claims, truck accident claims may involve the truck driver, the trucking company, a cargo loading company, a maintenance contractor, a parts manufacturer, or even a negligent driver-screening agency.
- Federal and state regulations are involved – Commercial trucking is heavily regulated, and violations of these regulations are often key to proving liability.
- Evidence can disappear quickly – Black box data, electronic logging device records, driver logs, and maintenance records may be overwritten or destroyed if not preserved quickly. An experienced truck accident attorney can act fast to secure vital evidence.
- Insurance companies have experienced legal teams – The moment an accident occurs, the trucking company’s insurer begins building a defense. You need an equally experienced advocate fighting on your side.
Contact Our Truck Accident Attorneys Today
Truck accidents change lives. At Harpy Law, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll these crashes can take on victims and their families, and we are dedicated to helping you fight back.
Our truck accident attorneys will listen to your story, explain your rights, and help you understand your legal options. If we take your case, we will pursue every avenue of recovery and fight tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you deserve.
We handle cases in:
- California – Los Angeles, greater LA County, and Valley Village
- Florida – Hollywood, Aventura, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale
- Ohio – Cleveland and Parma
- Texas – Dallas and Houston
- Washington – Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Tacoma, and Redmond
Do not face the insurance companies alone. Contact Harpy Law today to schedule your free consultation. Call us or visit our contact page to get started.