TRUCK ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

Truck Accident Lawyer

18-wheelers, semi-trucks, big rigs, and commercial vehicles cause catastrophic injuries. Gallo Law fights trucking companies, carriers, and their insurers.

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WHY TRUCK CASES ARE DIFFERENT

Trucking Companies Have Legal Teams. You Need One Too.

Truck accident cases involve federal regulations, multiple liable parties, and defendants with far more resources than the average car accident defendant. Trucking companies, freight brokers, maintenance providers, and vehicle manufacturers can all share liability. Joseph Gallo understands FMCSA compliance, hours-of-service violations, black box data, and how to move fast before critical evidence disappears.

Trucking companies send investigators to the scene within hours. Your attorney needs to move just as fast.

Truck Accident Lawyer Joseph Gallo on the phone fighting for his client

OUR APPROACH

How We Investigate Truck Accidents

Preserve Black Box Data

We act immediately to preserve black box data, electronic logging device records, and event data recorders before trucking companies overwrite or destroy them.

Federal Compliance Review

We review FMCSA records, driver qualification files, drug testing results, and hours-of-service logs for violations that establish negligence.

Accident Reconstruction

We work with engineers and accident reconstruction experts to prove exactly how the crash happened and who is liable — driver, carrier, broker, or manufacturer.

Proven Results

Accident Case Results

$1,689,000

Trucking Rear-End Collision

Rear end collision trucking accident in Los Angeles County with catastrophic back injury. Policy limits recovered.

$900,000

Rideshare Collision

Rideshare settlement for two passengers in Los Angeles County with catastrophic chest fracture and neck injuries. Policy limits recovered.

$675,000

Slip & Fall — Catastrophic Injury

Slip and fall at a hotel parking lot in Hemet, CA with catastrophic injuries to femur and hip.

Truck Accidents We Handle

18-Wheeler Accidents

18-wheeler accidents are among the most catastrophic crashes on the road. These massive vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded — making collisions with passenger vehicles devastating. Federal regulations govern every aspect of 18-wheeler operation, and violations of those rules are often at the center of these cases.

Semi-Truck Accidents

Semi-truck accidents frequently involve multiple liable parties — the driver, the carrier, the freight broker, and sometimes the cargo loader. When a semi loses control, jackknifes, or rear-ends a vehicle at highway speed, the resulting injuries are severe. Gallo Law investigates every angle of liability to maximize your recovery.

Big Rig Accidents

Big rig accidents on California’s freeways cause some of the most serious personal injury cases in the state. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles means that even a low-speed collision can result in catastrophic injury. Trucking companies move fast to protect themselves after a big rig crash — Gallo Law moves faster.

Delivery Truck Accidents

FedEx, UPS, Amazon, and other delivery trucks are a constant presence on California roads — and their drivers are under intense pressure to meet tight schedules. Delivery truck accidents introduce a separate layer of liability involving the parent company’s insurance policies, independent contractor agreements, and vehicle maintenance records. Gallo Law handles delivery truck accident cases throughout Southern California.

Jackknife Accidents

A jackknife accident occurs when a truck’s trailer swings outward and the vehicle folds in on itself — often blocking multiple lanes and causing multi-vehicle pileups. Jackknife accidents are frequently caused by driver fatigue, brake failure, or excessive speed on wet roads. These crashes are highly complex from a liability standpoint and require immediate investigation.

Rollover Accidents

Truck rollovers are among the most dangerous accidents on California’s freeways. Overloaded cargo, improper weight distribution, excessive speed, and driver fatigue are all common causes. When a commercial truck rolls over, it can crush other vehicles and block entire stretches of highway. Gallo Law works with accident reconstruction experts to establish exactly what caused the rollover and who is responsible.

Truck Accident Lawyer — Areas We Serve

Gallo Law represents truck accident victims throughout Southern California. Whether your crash happened on an Orange County freeway, an inland empire highway, or a Los Angeles corridor, Joseph Gallo handles your case directly — no handoffs, no case managers. Select your area below to learn more about how we serve truck accident victims in your region.

Orange County Truck Accident Lawyer

From the I-405 and I-5 through Santa Ana, Anaheim, and Irvine, Orange County sees heavy commercial truck traffic daily. Gallo Law is based in Costa Mesa and represents truck accident victims throughout the county.

Truck Accident FAQs

How are truck accident settlements different from car accident settlements?

Truck accidents typically result in significantly higher settlements for two reasons. First, the injuries are more severe due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles. Second, trucking companies are required to carry much larger insurance policies — often $1 million or more — meaning there is substantially more compensation available to injured victims than in a typical car accident claim.

Who can be held liable in a truck accident?

Liability in a truck accident often extends far beyond the driver. The trucking company, freight broker, cargo loader, maintenance provider, and even the truck or parts manufacturer can all share responsibility depending on the circumstances. This is one of the key reasons truck accident cases are more complex than standard car accident claims — and why identifying every liable party matters so much to the value of your case.

What is black box data and why does it matter?

Commercial trucks are equipped with electronic logging devices and event data recorders — commonly called black boxes — that capture speed, braking, steering input, and hours of operation in the moments before a crash. This data is critical evidence but can be overwritten or destroyed quickly. Gallo Law moves immediately to preserve black box data before the trucking company has the opportunity to make it disappear.

What is the FMCSA and how does it affect my case?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration sets the regulations that govern commercial trucking in the United States — including hours-of-service limits, driver qualification standards, drug and alcohol testing requirements, and vehicle maintenance rules. When a trucking company or driver violates these regulations, it becomes powerful evidence of negligence. Joseph Gallo reviews FMCSA compliance records on every truck accident case.

How long do I have to file a truck accident lawsuit in California?

California's statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, truck accident cases require immediate action — black box data, driver logs, and physical evidence at the scene can disappear within days. Do not wait to contact an attorney. The sooner Gallo Law gets involved, the stronger your case.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different and must be judged on its own merits. The results listed above are not a guarantee or prediction of the outcome of any future case. Some results noted on this site are from attorney Joseph Gallo’s career and include results when employed at other law firms and when associating in other law firms. They are not solely the results of Gallo Law, APC but are the results of cases worked on by Joseph Gallo as an attorney.