Big Rigs. Big Insurance.
Bigger Results.
When an 80,000-pound semi-truck hits a passenger car, the results are devastating. We have the resources and the power to take on multinational trucking corporations and their insurers.
Federal Regulations (FMCSA)
Commercial carriers must follow strict federal laws. We investigate violations including:
- ✓ Hours of Service (Driver Fatigue)
- ✓ Overweight or Improperly Secured Loads
- ✓ Mandatory Drug & Alcohol Testing
- ✓ Negligent Hiring & Training
Why Trucking Accidents are Different from Car Wrecks
If you’ve been hit by a semi-truck on I-84 or 12th Avenue in Nampa, you aren't just dealing with another driver. You are dealing with a corporation. These companies have rapid-response teams that often arrive at the crash site before the police to gather evidence that protects their interests.
At Nampa Injury Attorney, we provide the immediate counter-response you need. We file Spoliation Letters to ensure that critical evidence—such as the truck's "Black Box" (Event Data Recorder) and Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data—is not "accidentally" deleted. We move quickly to protect your right to a fair settlement.
Identifying Multiple Liable Parties
One of the ways we maximize your recovery is by identifying every party that contributed to the accident. Unlike a typical car accident, liability in a truck wreck can be spread across:
The Trucking Company (Carrier)
Under the doctrine of Respondeat Superior, the carrier is responsible for the actions of their drivers. We also investigate the carrier for negligent maintenance and pressuring drivers to violate speed or hour limits.
The Loading Facility / Shipper
If a trailer was improperly loaded, causing the cargo to shift and the truck to jackknife or roll over, the company that loaded the freight can be held liable.
Maintenance Contractors
If a tire blowout or brake failure was caused by a third-party mechanic's oversight, we pursue them for damages.
Catastrophic Injuries & High Stakes
Because of the mass and velocity of commercial rigs, injuries are almost always severe. We have a proven track record of securing funds for victims of paralysis, traumatic brain injuries, and traumatic amputations.
We Subpoena the Evidence
Trucking companies are required to keep records. We demand:
- Driver's Qualification File (DQF).
- Drug and Alcohol test history.
- Satellite GPS & ELD data.
- Pre-trip inspection reports.
- On-board camera footage.
Related Practice Areas
Maximizing Your Recovery
Commercial insurance policies carry millions in coverage. We ensure you get your fair share.
Lifetime Medical Care
We work with life care planners to calculate every surgery and rehab session you will need for decades.
Lost Earning Power
If you can no longer work in your field, we fight for the total value of your future lost income.
Pain & Suffering
Legal compensation for the immense physical and emotional trauma caused by a catastrophic wreck.
Truck Accident FAQs
Why shouldn't I speak to the trucking company's insurance?
Their insurance adjusters are looking for any reason to deny your claim. They may try to record you saying you feel "okay" or that you were distracted. Never speak to them without your lawyer present.
What is a "Black Box" in a truck?
Technically called an ECM (Electronic Control Module), it records speed, braking, and steering data leading up to a crash. This data is often the "smoking gun" that proves the truck driver was speeding or failed to brake.
What if the truck driver was an independent contractor?
The trucking company may try to hide behind "independent contractor" status to avoid liability. We use federal case law to "pierce the veil" and hold the parent company accountable for the actions of their drivers.
Level the Playing Field
The trucking company has their lawyers ready. It’s time you had yours. No fee unless we win.