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Commercial Truck Crash Litigation

80,000 Pounds of Negligence.

Trucking companies have rapid response teams to protect their profits. You need a trial team to protect your future.

Quick Answer: Who pays for the medical bills?

It's complicated. In a truck wreck, coverage layers are massive. You have the cab's insurance, the trailer's insurance, and often an "umbrella" policy. We identify every layer to ensure you are fully compensated for life-altering injuries.

Not Just a "Big Car" Accident

Trucking cases are legally distinct from regular car wrecks. They involve federal regulations (FMCSA), complex insurance layers, and massive corporate defendants. To win a trucking case, you need an attorney who knows how to preserve the evidence before it disappears.

The "Black Box" is Critical

Most commercial trucks have an Electronic Control Module (ECM) that indicates exactly what happened in the seconds before impact. We download this data immediately.

ECM_DATA_DOWNLOAD.LOG UNIT_8492_PETERBILT
VELOCITY (MPH)
75.4
BRAKE_APPLICATION
0%
ENGINE_THROTTLE
100%
DRIVER_STATUS
HOS_VIOLATION
> CRITICAL EVENT FOUND: 0.5s PRE-IMPACT NO BRAKING DETECTED.
> WARNING: DATA DESTRUCTION IMMINENT IF NOT PRESERVED.

Warning: Trucking companies often try to "lose" or overwrite this data. We send spoliation letters immediately to stop this destruction.

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Who Can Be Held Liable?

We investigate every potential defendant to maximize your recovery:

The Driver

For speeding, fatigued driving, drug/alcohol use, or distracted driving.

The Company

For negligent hiring, failure to train, or pressuring drivers to break HOS rules.

The Cargo Team

For improper loading that causes rollovers or jackknifes.

The Manufacturer

For defective brakes, tires, or steering components.

Trucking Litigation FAQs

Why is a truck accident different from a car wreck?

Trucking cases involve federal FMCSA regulations, massive insurance policies, and critical evidence like the 'Black Box' (ECM) that tracks speed and braking. You are suing a corporation, not just a driver.

What is the "Black Box" in a truck?

The Electronic Control Module (ECM) records crucial data: speed at impact, braking history, and engine RPM. Trucking companies often try to wipe this data if not preserved immediately.

Who can I sue for a truck accident?

Potential defendants include the truck driver, the trucking company (negligent hiring), the cargo loader (improper weight), and the manufacturer (brake failure).

How long do I have to file?

In Oklahoma, the statute of limitations for personal injury is generally two years. However, crucial evidence like driver logs and video can be legally destroyed in as little as 90 days if you don't file a preservation order.

Do You Have a Trucking Case?

Commercial cases are complex. We focus on:

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