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Injured in a crash with a semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or 18-wheeler? Our experienced commercial vehicle accident lawyer is ready to fight for the full compensation you deserve.
If you have been injured or if a loved one has died as the result of a semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or other “big rig” accident, it is important to retain an experienced truck accident lawyer immediately. Truck accident cases are far more complex than typical car crashes and often involve federal regulations, corporate defendants, and significant insurance coverage.
As a dedicated commercial truck accident attorney serving Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee, our firm understands how to investigate, preserve evidence, and hold trucking companies accountable.
Because of their size, semi-truck accidents tend to be much more devastating. Drivers (and their passengers) hit by semi-trucks and 18-wheelers are much more likely to lose their lives than those involved in accidents involving cars or non-commercial vehicles. The weight alone of semis means that they will exert a much greater force at impact than a passenger vehicle, and that the passenger car will absorb most of the impact. The higher profile of semis also means that the bumpers on passenger cars may not properly protect the occupants.
Commercial truck drivers and trucking companies must comply with strict Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, including:
Violations of these federal safety regulations often play a critical role in proving fault in commercial truck accident cases.
Unlike passenger vehicle drivers, commercial trucking companies are required to carry significantly higher insurance coverage — typically at least $750,000, and often much more depending on cargo type.
This higher insurance coverage can make a substantial difference in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases.
Most semi-trucks contain event data recorders, often called “black boxes,” that capture:
Preserving this data immediately after a crash is critical. A commercial truck accident attorney can send preservation letters to prevent evidence from being lost or destroyed.
If you are wondering what to do after a truck accident, taking the right steps early can protect both your health and your legal claim:
Trucking companies often deploy investigators immediately after a crash. You should have legal representation just as quickly.
When a commercial truck is involved in a crash, liability often extends beyond the driver. A skilled commercial vehicle accident lawyer will investigate whether the trucking company contributed to the accident through:
Failure to properly screen drivers for safety violations or past misconduct.
Improper driver training increases the risk of serious accidents.
Brake failures, tire blowouts, and mechanical defects often result from neglected inspections.
Driver fatigue is a leading cause of serious truck crashes.
Overloaded or unsecured cargo can cause rollovers and loss of control.
Ignoring federal safety rules directly increases accident risk.
Unrealistic delivery schedules can pressure drivers into speeding or skipping rest breaks.
Allowing impaired drivers on the road creates extreme danger.
In many truck accident cases, multiple parties may be liable — including the driver, trucking company, cargo loaders, maintenance providers, and equipment manufacturers.
We prepare every truck accident case as if it will go to trial — because insurance companies take trial-ready lawyers seriously.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or 18-wheeler crash in Abingdon, Bristol, Wytheville, Johnson City, Kingsport, or anywhere in Southwest Virginia or Northeast Tennessee, do not wait.
Contact us for a free consultation.
“Mark took over my car accident case from another attorney that I fired. Mark worked hard on the case for several months to get ready for trial. Shortly before trial he got a settlement that was SIX TIMES more than the offer my first lawyer tried to get me to take.”
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