Tewksbury Truck Accident Lawyer
Truck accidents often cause life-altering injuries, but trucking companies and their insurers often contest payouts and attempt to minimize victims’ claims. Harding Mazzotti, LLP is ready to level the playing field. Our Tewksbury truck accident lawyers provide compassionate legal guidance and will fight for fair compensation on your behalf.
We’re not afraid to take on the large corporations behind truck accident claims. While you focus on your recovery, let us protect your rights. Call 800-529-1010 to learn about your options and next steps in a free consultation.
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- Why We’re the Team You Want on Your Side After a Truck Accident
- The Unique Complexity of Truck Accidents in Tewksbury
- How Does Massachusetts Law Affect Your Truck Accident Claim?
- Types of Compensation Available to Truck Accident Victims in Tewksbury
- Who Can Be Held Liable for an 18-Wheeler Accident in Tewksbury?
- Driver Negligence That Contributes to Truck Accidents in Tewksbury
- Common Types of Injuries We See in Massachusetts Semi-Truck Accidents
- Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Accident Claims in Tewksbury
- Our Tewksbury Truck Accident Lawyers Are Ready To Help You Move Forward
Why We’re the Team You Want on Your Side After a Truck Accident
Trucking companies and their insurers don’t take truck accident claims lightly, and neither do we. With a team of over 40 attorneys and 120 support staff, we’ll put our extensive resources to work for you from day one. Throughout your case, we remain available 24/7 to answer your questions.
We will conduct a thorough investigation into your accident and aggressively advocate for your best interests, fighting to secure the compensation you deserve. We don’t back down when insurers try to lowball our clients, and we’re prepared to go all the way to trial if necessary. Our team has recovered more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements because we put our clients’ needs above all else.
Despite our size, we’re committed to providing personalized attention at every stage of the legal process. Our 2,000+ 5-star reviews reflect the level of service we provide to those facing some of the most difficult moments of their lives. With an office located in the heart of Tewksbury and multiple appointment centers, we make it easy to access experienced representation—and it all starts with a free consultation.
The Unique Complexity of Truck Accidents in Tewksbury
Truck accident cases are rarely as straightforward as typical car accident claims. In addition to determining whether the truck driver was negligent, investigators often need to examine the trucking company’s hiring practices, maintenance history, cargo loading procedures, and compliance with federal safety regulations.
These cases also involve additional evidence that isn’t present in most passenger vehicle accidents, including:
- Electronic logging device records
- Black box data
- Driver logs
- Vehicle inspection records
- Driver qualification files
For some of these records, federal guidelines require trucking companies to retain them for only a few months. There is a high risk that this evidence will disappear, get lost, or be overwritten if it isn’t preserved quickly. Our team takes prompt action to preserve evidence after a truck accident.
How Does Massachusetts Law Affect Your Truck Accident Claim?
Commercial trucking companies operating in Massachusetts must comply with both state laws and federal safety regulations established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. If a trucking company failed to follow these rules, evidence of their violation will help you establish negligence.
For example, Massachusetts limits the weight of commercial vehicles and restricts oversized trucks from traveling during specific times. State laws also require certain heavy-duty vehicles to be equipped with specific safety devices. Additionally, federal regulations require specific driver qualifications, set hours-of-service limits, mandate vehicle inspections and maintenance, and require drug and alcohol testing.
Massachusetts No-Fault and Comparative Negligence Laws
Massachusetts is a no-fault state for motor vehicle accidents. This means you can seek compensation for certain losses through your own Personal Injury Protection coverage, regardless of who caused the crash. However, serious truck accidents often meet the legal threshold that allows victims to pursue a lawsuit against the at-fault party.
If you are partially responsible for the accident, Massachusetts’s modified comparative negligence law may protect your right to compensation. You may recover compensation as long as you’re less than 51% at fault, but your recovery will be reduced proportionally. For instance, if your damages are worth $100,000 and you’re found to be 20% at fault, your compensation would be reduced to $80,000.
Types of Compensation Available to Truck Accident Victims in Tewksbury
A truck accident can cause catastrophic injuries that impact nearly every aspect of your life. Our Tewksbury personal injury lawyers evaluate your injuries and damages so that we can pursue compensation that accounts for the full extent of your losses, including future costs. Compensation can include:
- Economic damages: These compensate you for the financial impact of your injuries. Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible to recover past and future medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity.
- Non-economic damages: These reflect the way the truck accident has affected your quality of life. Common examples include physical pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
If you lost a loved one in a fatal truck accident, certain surviving family members may be entitled to wrongful death damages. These can include funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support, and lost companionship.
Who Can Be Held Liable for an 18-Wheeler Accident in Tewksbury?
Commercial truck operations involve many layers of responsibility. A failure at any level of a truck’s operation can contribute to an accident. As a result, multiple parties may potentially be responsible for your injuries. These parties can include:
- Truck drivers: In many cases, the truck driver is at fault for negligent driving behaviors, such as texting behind the wheel, driving under the influence of alcohol, or driving while fatigued.
- Trucking company: The trucking company may also be vicariously liable for the truck driver’s negligence, or face additional liability for failures in hiring, training, supervision, or vehicle maintenance.
- Manufacturers: A manufacturer can be held liable for mechanical failures and defective equipment.
- Maintenance providers: Mechanics and service providers can be responsible for poor maintenance.
- Cargo loading: If the cargo was improperly loaded, the company responsible for loading cargo could be liable.
Our commercial truck accident lawyers are committed to identifying all responsible parties to maximize your compensation.
Driver Negligence That Contributes to Truck Accidents in Tewksbury
- Driver fatigue and hours of service violations
- Distracted driving, including texting and eating behind the wheel
- Speeding
- Impaired driving
- Unsafe lane changes
Common Types of Injuries We See in Massachusetts Semi-Truck Accidents
Fully loaded commercial trucks can weigh up to 30 times more than typical passenger vehicles. Due to their sheer size, occupants in passenger vehicles endure a massive amount of force during a collision. This means truck accidents often cause catastrophic injuries that leave victims facing long, painful recoveries and the potential for permanent disability.
Our attorneys represent Tewksbury residents dealing with a wide range of serious injuries after a collision with a large commercial vehicle, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Herniated discs
- Broken bones, particularly in the arms, legs, ribs, and pelvis
- Internal organ damage and bleeding
- Whiplash
- Burns and lacerations
Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Accident Claims in Tewksbury
Get answers to some of the most common questions we receive from truck accident victims in Tewksbury.
How Long Do I Have to File a Truck Accident Claim in Tewksbury, Massachusetts?
In most cases, you have three years from the date of the truck accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This deadline is called the statute of limitations.
What if the Trucking Company's Insurer Contacts Me First?
The trucking company’s insurer may use anything you say against you. If it contacts you, politely decline to give a statement and refer all communications to your attorney.
Can I Still Recover Compensation if I Was Partly at Fault?
Yes. Under Massachusetts’s modified comparative negligence law, you can still recover compensation if you were less than 51% at fault for the truck accident. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
How Much Is My Truck Accident Case Worth?
Every truck accident case is different. The value of your case depends on the severity of your injuries, the extent of each party’s liability, and the available insurance coverage.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer?
Our firm handles truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning our fee is a percentage of the compensation we recover for you. You pay nothing up front to hire our attorneys, and we only collect a fee if we win your case.
Our Tewksbury Truck Accident Lawyers Are Ready To Help You Move Forward
The trucking company has powerful teams working around the clock to protect its interests. You deserve a legal team that’s equally committed to protecting yours.
Harding Mazzotti, LLP is ready to fight for the compensation you need to rebuild your life. Call 800-529-1010 or complete our online contact form for a free consultation about your rights and options. We’re available 24/7 to discuss your case.
