Truck Accidents
Massachusetts Truck Accident Lawyers
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If you or a loved one are involved in a truck accident, you will need a skilled truck accident lawyer on your side. Headquartered in Brockton, Horizon Injury Lawyers has handled many serious truck accidents over 25 years. Truck accidents are more common than you think and when they do happen, they can be very serious. There are some key differences in Massachusetts local laws that should be handled by the right injury law firm. Our Massachusetts-based truck accident lawyers have litigated hundreds of truck accident cases in recurring locations on Routes 24, 93, 128, 495 and more, that are known as highly dangerous locations.
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Truck Accidents
Massachusetts Truck Accident Lawyers
The Future of Law is Here
Maximum Recovery. Minimum Stress
If you or a loved one are involved in a truck accident, you will need a skilled truck accident lawyer on your side. Headquartered in Brockton, Horizon Injury Lawyers has handled many serious truck accidents over 25 years. Truck accidents are more common than you think and when they do happen, they can be very serious. There are some key differences in Massachusetts local laws that should be handled by the right injury law firm. Our Massachusetts-based truck accident lawyers have litigated hundreds of truck accident cases in recurring locations on Routes 24, 93, 128, 495 and more, that are known as highly dangerous locations.
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Types of Truck Accidents
Truck accidents take many forms and often cause severe injuries due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles. Common types include rear-end collisions, jackknife and rollover accidents, underride crashes, wide-turn and blind-spot accidents, tire blowouts, cargo-related crashes, and truck-pedestrian or bicycle accidents.
Rear-End Collisions
Occur when a truck crashes into the vehicle in front of it, often due to long stopping distances, speeding, or distracted driving.
Jackknife Accidents
Happen when a truck’s trailer swings outward, forming a “V” shape with the cab. These accidents are frequently caused by sudden braking or slippery road conditions.
Underride Accidents
Occur when a smaller vehicle slides beneath a truck or trailer, often resulting in catastrophic injuries or fatalities.
Rollover Accidents
Involve trucks tipping onto their side or roof, commonly due to sharp turns, shifting cargo, or high speeds.
Single-Vehicle Accidents
As the name suggests, these accidents involve only one vehicle that either hits a pedestrian, collides with a tree, guardrail, or other stationary objects, or rolls over. Extreme weather, poor road conditions, driver distractions, and vehicle failures often cause these accidents.
Blind Spot (No-Zone) Accidents
Happen when trucks collide with vehicles traveling in areas the driver cannot see, particularly along the sides or rear of the truck.
Tire Blowout Accidents
Result from worn, defective, or improperly maintained tires, which can cause the driver to lose control.
Cargo-Related Accidents
Occur when improperly loaded or unsecured cargo shifts, spills, or falls onto the roadway.
Wide Turn Accidents
Happen when trucks swing wide to make turns and strike nearby vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians.
Head-On Collisions
Occur when a truck crosses the center line or enters oncoming traffic, often due to fatigue or impaired driving.
Truck-Pedestrian or Truck-Bicycle Accidents
Occur when a truck crosses the center line or enters oncoming traffic, often due to fatigue or impaired driving.
Commercial Trucking Companies Move Fast to Protect Themselves—We Move Faster to Preserve Evidence
The catastrophic crash
When an 80,000-pound commercial rig collides with a standard passenger vehicle, the physics are entirely unmerciful. Victims face life-altering injuries including crushed vertebrae, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or amputations.
Common causes of commercial truck accidents
Commercial trucking pressure leads to dangerous regulatory violations across highway corridors like I-95, I-90, and I-495 in Massachusetts. Pinpointing the exact cause requires auditing federal safety compliance records.
FMCSA federal regulations and liability
Commercial motor carriers are governed by strict Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Violations of federal driving limits or fleet inspection schedules serve as powerful evidence of legal negligence.
Critical electronic evidence overwrite risks
Trucking companies deploy rapid-response teams within hours. Electronic Logging Device (ELD) records and Black Box (ECM) data can be routinely overwritten or erased unless a formal spoliation letter is served immediately.
Multiple parties share corporate liability
Unlike standard car accidents, commercial trucking claims involve complex corporate structures. Identifying every entity with insurance coverage is vital to securing full financial recovery.
What corporate defense teams will claim
Commercial fleet insurers carry multi-million dollar policies and aggressively attempt to shift blame onto passenger vehicle drivers to mitigate corporate financial loss.
Massachusetts Commercial Trucking Laws at a Glance
What to Do After a Truck Accident
Get Medical Attention
Prioritize your health. Seek immediate medical attention, even if you don't notice any immediate symptoms. Some of the most common injuries sustained in a large truck accident are broken bones, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and permanent scarring. Some injuries may only become apparent later, but a medical report will link them to the accident.
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Report the Accident
To the police:
A police report contributes to the credibility of your claim. Ensure you report the accident immediately, providing all necessary details but never admitting fault.
To your insurer:
Notify your insurer about the accident as soon as possible. The specifics of the incident will be crucial when it comes to settling claims or disputes that may arise.
Gather Witness Contact Information
(if available)
Witnesses can provide a third-party account of the accident. Their testimonies can be extremely valuable to strengthen your claim or case.
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Take Photos or Videos of the Accident Scene
Visual evidence remains vital as it captures the severity of the accident and can serve as irrefutable proof about the details of the event.
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Consult an Attorney
It is essential that you consult with a knowledgeable attorney to guide you through your legal journey. With a strong understanding of the legal system, they can help you understand your rights and help you secure a fair outcome.
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Why Horizon?
Our team serves clients in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, and Cape Verdean Creole — which matters in place where a large share of residents speak a language other than English at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are truck accident cases different from car accident cases?
Truck cases are more complex because commercial trucks are subject to strict federal regulations (FMCSA) governing driver hours, vehicle maintenance, and cargo securement. They typically involve multiple liable parties, higher insurance limits, and catastrophic injuries. Critical evidence—electronic logging devices, engine data, maintenance records—must be preserved quickly. Experienced handling is essential to navigate the regulatory layers and maximize recovery.
Who can be held responsible besides the driver?
Liability often extends beyond the driver to the trucking company (negligent hiring, training, supervision), truck/trailer owner, cargo loaders, maintenance companies, brokers, and equipment manufacturers. Identifying all responsible parties is critical to accessing full insurance coverage and maximizing recovery.
How quickly do I need to act to preserve the truck's data?
Within days—sometimes hours. Modern trucks record speed, braking, hours of service, and engine data on Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) and Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs). This data can be overwritten if not preserved immediately. Send a formal preservation letter to the trucking company and insurer within the first few days demanding retention of all electronic data, driver logs, and maintenance records. Acting quickly significantly strengthens your case.