Truck Accident

Yes, you can sue a trucking company after an accident if their negligence—or the negligence of one of their drivers—caused your injuries. Truck accident cases often involve serious damage, complicated evidence, and multiple liable parties.  Hiring a Raleigh truck accident lawyer from our firm can help you take the right steps to protect your rights …

Yes, you can sue UPS for a truck accident if the company or one of its drivers was responsible for the crash. Like other commercial carriers, UPS can be held liable when its employees cause injuries through negligence.  These cases can involve complicated legal and insurance issues, especially when dealing with a large corporation and …

It’s hard to predict exactly how long your truck accident case would take to settle, but most cases take months, not weeks. The timeline depends on how badly you were hurt, how long you need to recover, how clear the facts are, and whether the insurance company plays fair. If you are recovering from a …

A jackknife accident is when a large truck folds in on itself, making a sharp angle between the cab and trailer—like a pocketknife closing. These crashes are especially dangerous and often cause serious damage and injuries.  Some people may use different words when talking about a jackknife accident. You might hear it called a trailer …

The causes of jackknife truck accidents are typically linked to driver error, adverse road conditions, and mechanical failures that cause a truck’s trailer to swing out of alignment with the cab. These incidents often happen quickly and can result in devastating multi-vehicle collisions. Jackknife crashes are particularly dangerous because they can block multiple lanes of …

Black box data after a truck accident is important because it is one of the best ways to prove what caused the crash. Our Raleigh truck accident lawyer can use this data to hold the trucking company and driver accountable. The black box’s recorded data can help show how fast the truck was going, whether …

A trucking accident can turn your life upside down in an instant, leaving you with serious injuries, costly repairs, and a lot of questions. If you’ve been in one, gathering the right evidence is key to making sure you get the support and compensation you need. Our North Carolina truck accident lawyers can guide you …

A truck accident can turn your world upside down. You might be in shock, in pain, and feeling a mix of emotions—confusion, frustration, even anger at the other driver. That’s completely normal. But staying as calm as possible is important because what you do immediately after the crash can make a big difference in your …

If you are considering filing a truck accident lawsuit, you may wonder, “Do I have to go to court for this?” The good news is that the majority of truck accident cases are resolved out of court, so you can avoid the stress of stepping into a courtroom. However there are situations where a lawsuit …

Truck drivers are allowed to drive for up to 11 hours in a 14-hour workday if they are carrying goods. They also can’t work more than 60 hours in seven days or 70 hours in eight days. These rules include mandatory breaks to make sure drivers get enough rest.  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration …