Multiple Parties, Multiple Insurance Carriers
Unlike standard car accidents, truck crashes often involve the driver, the trucking company, equipment manufacturers, cargo loaders, and brokers — each with their own insurance carrier. Identifying every liable party is critical to maximizing your recovery.
Why Truck Accident Cases Are Complex
Commercial truck accident claims are significantly more complicated than standard car accident cases. Factors that add complexity include:
- State and federal trucking regulations (FMCSA rules)
- Commercial driver licensing requirements
- Multiple insurance carriers for different aspects of the claim
- Negligent hiring and training practices by trucking companies
- Equipment failures and maintenance violations
- Cargo loading and securement errors
- Driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
- Hazardous material transport regulations
Potential Liable Parties
Truck accidents frequently involve multiple negligent parties. Our attorneys investigate all possible sources of liability, including:
- The truck driver
- The trucking company (negligent hiring, inadequate training, or pressure to violate safety rules)
- Equipment manufacturers (defective trucks, brakes, or tires)
- Cargo brokers and shippers (improper loading)
- Maintenance companies (negligent inspections or repairs)
Evidence We Gather
Truck accident investigations require specialized evidence that may not be available in ordinary car accident cases:
- Accident scene photographs
- Police reports and official documentation
- Driver logs and hours-of-service records
- Electronic logging device (ELD) data
- Trucking company maintenance records
- Cargo manifests and loading records
- Driver cellphone and communication records
- Medical records and expert analysis
- Accident reconstruction specialist analysis
Compensation Available
Victims of truck accidents may recover:
- Medical bills — current and future
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
- Wrongful death damages
Filing Deadlines
- Personal injury claims: Three years from the date of the accident
- Wrongful death claims: Two years from the date of death
Act quickly — trucking companies and their insurers begin protecting their interests immediately after an accident. Preserving evidence early is critical to your case.