Most trucking companies have a rapid-response team on the scene within hours of a serious crash — collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and building a defense before you've even left the hospital. Because Alan and George both hold a commercial driver's license, they know exactly what that team is looking for, and what they're hoping you don't ask about.

An 80,000-pound commercial truck causes a very different kind of collision than a passenger car. The injuries are often catastrophic, and the companies and insurers behind the truck are far better resourced than the ones behind an ordinary car accident claim.

Fighting for your right to compensation

If you're facing serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and a trucking company already working against you, our attorneys are here to help you level the playing field and pursue the compensation you deserve.

Trucking accidents happen for several reasons, including:

• Driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
• Improperly loaded or secured cargo
• Poor vehicle maintenance or equipment failure
• Distracted or impaired driving
• Speeding or unsafe lane changes
• Driver inexperience or inadequate training
• Blind spots and "no-zone" collisions
• Jackknifing and rollovers, especially in bad weather

No matter the cause, our legal team knows how to dig into a carrier's logs, maintenance records, and hiring practices to find out what really went wrong.

Because of the size and weight difference between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles, injuries tend to be catastrophic. The following are among the most frequent:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Multiple fractures and crush injuries
• Internal organ damage
• Amputation
• Wrongful death

The gravity of injuries from a trucking accident can mean a lifetime of medical care. Regardless of the extent of your injuries, we're committed to helping you understand your eligibility for rightful compensation.

Navigating the aftermath of a truck accident can be daunting, and time matters more than in an ordinary car accident case. This path can help safeguard your rights:

1. Assess injuries

Evaluate your physical condition and prioritize your health and safety. If you experience severe pain, immediate discomfort, or believe your injuries could be life-threatening, call 911 without delay.

2. Document the scene

If you're able, gather the truck's license plate and DOT number, the driver's information, carrier name, insurance details, eyewitness statements, and photos of the vehicles, cargo, and road conditions.

3. Contact authorities

Reporting the accident ensures an official record, aids in establishing fault, and is often essential for insurance claims and legal protections.

4. Listen to professionals

When EMTs or doctors arrive, heed their advice — their expertise can prevent further injuries and complications.

5. Keep records

Retain all medical records, diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions.

6. Seek legal support immediately

Because trucking companies move quickly to protect themselves, it's especially important to get a spoliation letter sent — demanding the carrier preserve black box data, driver logs, and maintenance records — as soon as possible after your accident.

If you've been injured in a trucking accident and wish to pursue legal action, it's important to note that you typically have a limited window — often around 2 years from the date of the injury — to file a lawsuit, depending on your state. Should you fail to file within this statute of limitations, the court system will likely dismiss your case. Because critical evidence like black box data and driver logs can be overwritten or destroyed quickly, it's best to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.

At Spivak & Sakellariou, we offer personal representation and will work tirelessly to build the best possible case on your behalf.

When you reach out to us, you connect directly with an attorney, bypassing any middlemen, because we believe in fostering a genuine attorney-client relationship. We handle all types of commercial trucking cases, including:

• Semi-truck and tractor-trailer accidents
• Jackknife and rollover accidents
• Underride and override collisions
• Cargo spill and load-shift accidents
• Multi-vehicle highway pileups
• Delivery truck and box truck accidents

If you've sustained injuries in a trucking accident, our team is ready to help you evaluate the viability of your case and strengthen your claim — streamlining the filing process and negotiating with insurance companies and carriers on your behalf.