Trucking Accident Attorneys

Nationwide Commercial Truck Accident Lawyers

Due to the massive size and weight of commercial tractor-trailers, anything they collide with does not stand much of a chance. The momentum of a moving 80,000-pound 18-wheeler makes truck accidents almost always catastrophic, frequently resulting in life-altering personal injuries or wrongful death.

Truck accident cases are significantly more complex than standard car crashes. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a collision with a semi-truck, you need an experienced truck accident attorney who has the knowledge, financial resources, and trial experience to take on massive trucking corporations and win.

What to Do After a Semi-Truck Accident

The moments following a collision with a commercial vehicle are chaotic, but the steps you take can make or break your personal injury claim. If you are involved in a truck accident, follow these crucial steps:

1. Call 911 Immediately: You need police on the scene to document the crash, secure the area, and generate an official accident report.
2. Seek Medical Attention: Even if you feel fine, adrenaline can mask severe injuries. Get evaluated by a medical professional immediately to establish a record of your injuries.
3. Document the Scene: If you are physically able, take photos of all vehicles involved, skid marks, road conditions, and the trucking company logo or DOT number on the side of the cab.
4. Do Not Speak to the Trucking Company's Insurance Adjuster: They will likely call you within hours of the crash to offer a lowball settlement or trick you into admitting fault.

Common Causes of Commercial Truck Accidents

Determining exactly what caused the crash is the first step in proving liability. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) heavily regulates the trucking industry, but violations are rampant. Common causes include:

Who Can Be Held Liable in a Truck Accident?

One reason truck accident lawsuits are so complex is that liability rarely falls on the driver alone. At The Cochran Firm, our investigators look beyond the crash site to uncover a chain of corporate negligence. Responsible parties may include:

• The Manufacturer: For producing defective truck parts, such as faulty brakes or tire blowouts.

• The Truck Driver: For reckless driving, fatigue, or driving under the influence.
• The Trucking Company: For hiring unqualified drivers, forcing unrealistic delivery schedules, or failing to conduct background checks.
• The Cargo Loader: For improperly securing freight, leading to weight shifts or falling debris.
• The Maintenance Provider: For failing to properly service the vehicle or ignoring safety recalls.

Contact The Truck Accident Lawyers at The Cochran Firm Today

The Cochran Firm has 27 offices nationwide and has helped countless truck accident victims recover the monetary compensation they need and deserve. We fully understand the difficult process of fighting large corporations while trying to recover from serious personal injuries.

We will fight for you. Contact us today to speak with a Cochran Firm intake specialist or attorney. Our team will discuss your legal matter with the confidentiality, understanding, and respect you deserve.

Disclaimer
The attorneys with The Cochran Firm have extensive experience in trying personal injury cases in states across the country. The results obtained in numerous cases have made a significant impact on clients’ lives, communities and industry practices. We have highlighted some of the remarkable case results on the Results & Verdicts pages of our website. The facts and circumstances of your case may be different and must be evaluated on its own merit. The case results on these pages represent the full award of the case before expenses and fees were deducted.