Large Truck and Semi-Truck Accidents

The attorneys of Stolpman Law Group, have the experience and resources to succeed in challenging cases involving truck accidents. We have a proven record of success in achieving large verdicts and settlements in truck accident litigation.

The truth about semi truck accidents is that they:

  • Cause fatalities and extremely serious injuries:
    In California in 2007, large trucks were involved in 361 fatal accidents. Because of the physics involved, accidents involving large trucks are apt to cause life-altering injuries, such as brain injuries and spinal cord injuries.
  • Often involve multiple sources of financial compensation:
    Including the truck driver, the owner of the tractor, the owner of the trailer, the maintenance shop, the warehouse that loaded the truck as well as the truck manufacturer and the maker of the tires or other defective vehicle components that may have caused or contributed to the accident.
  • Are vigorously defended by insurance and trucking companies:
    Insurance companies have quick response teams posted around the country that are able to get to the scene of a truck accident within hours to gather evidence. It takes a powerful plaintiffs’ law firm to counter their efforts.
  • Involve compliance with state and federal regulations:
    Our attorneys are familiar with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and California Department of Transportation regulations that govern everything from truck driver hours of service to safety equipment and markings. Lawyers who do not understand these requirements may miss opportunities to prove negligence or maximize compensation.

If you were seriously injured in an accident involving an 18 wheeler or other large truck, contact the personal injury attorneys of Stolpman Law Group, to arrange a free consultation about your truck accident case.

Los Angeles Large Truck and Semi-Truck Accident Attorney

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From offices in Long Beach, our lawyers represent clients in the Los Angeles area and throughout Southern California, including those injured in accidents on the Grapevine, Cajon Pass, U.S. 101, 60 Freeway and 1-5, I-10, 1-9 I, I-405, I-110, 1-105, [-210, 1-15 and 1-215.

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Truck Accidents & Injuries : Articles & FAQs

An overview of the steps and process of filing a lawsuit against a commercial trucking company for a truck accident.

Do Not Admit to Guilt in Any Way
When talking to the police or highway patrol about the accident, it is important to be truthful, but to also keep your comments minimal. Limit yourself to asking if anyone was hurt. You should especially not:

A number of factors can cause truck accidents – from bad or slippery road conditions, to driver fatigue, equipment failure or a combination of factors. It is important to begin investigating the cause of the accident as soon as possible so that evidence can be preserved. It may be necessary to work with experts in building your case. If you have been injured in a truck accident, an experienced attorney can help you gather evidence and investigate the accident to help you determine its cause.

Contact Us Today for a Free Consultation

To arrange a free consultation about your case, please contact the attorneys of Stolpman Law Group. From offices in Long Beach and Los Olivos, our lawyers represent clients in the Los Angeles area and throughout Central and Southern California.