Collisions involving large commercial trucks, such as tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, and semis, result in disproportionately severe injuries to passenger vehicle occupants. These accidents are often caused by trucking company negligence, including demanding long hours that lead to driver fatigue, or failure to properly maintain their fleet.
Truck accident cases are inherently complex, involving multiple parties—the driver, the trucking company, the shipper, and the maintenance crew—and require an attorney who understands federal trucking regulations. Carter Mario Injury Lawyers will launch an immediate and thorough investigation to secure crucial evidence before the trucking company can destroy or tamper with it.
Essential Steps in a Truck Accident Investigation
- Sending a Spoliation Letter to the company to legally prevent the destruction of evidence.
- Securing the truck’s Black Box data (Event Data Recorder) for speed, braking, and log information.
- Investigating the driver’s logbooks for hours-of-service violations and fatigue.
- Reviewing maintenance records to check for faulty brakes, tires, or other mechanical failures.
- Determining liability under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules.
- Interviewing all witnesses, including any other drivers who may have seen the truck’s dangerous driving.
Maximizing Recovery for Catastrophic Injuries
- Compensation for permanent disfigurement, paralysis, or brain injuries common in truck crashes.
- Securing sufficient funds for long-term care, therapy, and specialized medical equipment.
- Recovery for all lost income and the inability to return to your career.
- Pursuing damages against multiple defendants for maximum financial relief.
- Aggressive litigation against powerful corporate insurance carriers and defense firms.
Your catastrophic injuries demand a powerful legal response, and we are ready to take on the largest trucking companies on your behalf. Call or contact us online immediately for a free consultation before critical evidence is lost.
Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.