Truck Accident Lawyers in Philadelphia, PA

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Fully loaded tractor-trailers can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and pose extreme hazards to other road users when operated in an unsafe manner or not properly maintained. The truck accident attorneys in Philadelphia at Feldman Shepherd have secured hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation for drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists who have been seriously injured or killed in accidents with large trucks.

Truck Accident Overview

Types of Claims We Handle Record-Breaking Recoveries Significant Case Results Legal Representation FAQs

Types of Truck Accident Claims We Handle in Philadelphia

Because their size and weight amplify the force and impact of a collision, accidents involving tractor-trailers—also called 18-wheelers, semi-trucks, and commercial vehicles—often result in catastrophic injuries, including paralysis, brain damage, or death. The Feldman Shepherd truck collision attorneys in Philadelphia represent victims of all types of truck accidents, including:

Jackknifing
Rear-End Accidents
Head-On Collisions
Underride and Override Accidents
Speed-Related Accidents
Unsafe Lane Changes
Tire Blowouts
Unstable Weight Loads
Toll Booth Accidents
Accidents Caused by Truck Driver Impairment (Drugs, Alcohol, Fatigue)

Truck accident cases are highly complex. They should be handled by attorneys with extensive technical knowledge spanning federal regulations, vehicle mechanics, and accident reconstruction, as well as significant trial experience. Legal liability often extends beyond a careless or reckless truck driver and may be shared by multiple parties, including the trucking company, the truck manufacturer, parts manufacturers, cargo loaders, maintenance contractors, and freight brokers.

The Feldman Shepherd truck accident injury lawyers in Philadelphia have the experience and resources to thoroughly investigate these accidents, so that we can identify all potentially liable parties and hold them accountable.

Record-Breaking Recoveries in Truck Accident Cases

The truck accident team at Feldman Shepherd has secured many multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements in high-stakes truck accident cases in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and throughout the United States. In a case that is currently in litigation, attorney Mark W. Tanner has recovered more than $25 million to date for victims of a trucking accident, with the case still headed to trial against the remaining defendants.

Attorneys Alan M. Feldman, Daniel J. Mann, and Edward S. Goldis secured a $30 million settlement for the family of a young man killed by an out-of-control tractor-trailer and a $26.1 million settlement on behalf of the occupants of a vehicle rear-ended by a speeding truck in a construction zone.

Attorneys John M. Dodig and Jason A. Daria secured a $19.1 million jury verdict on behalf of three victims of a tractor-trailer accident involving multiple vehicles in a dangerous construction zone. The verdict, which brought the total recovery in the case up to $25.1 million, was recognized by The Legal Intelligencer as the largest verdict in Pennsylvania in 2021.

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Other Significant Case Results Achieved by Our Team

$15.57 million verdict for a pedestrian who sustained catastrophic injuries requiring him to receive constant care for the rest of his life when he was struck by a commercial truck-tractor driven by an independent contractor performing work for broker J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. The truck driver’s blood-alcohol content was four times the legal limit for drivers of commercial vehicles.
$14 million settlement for the family of a man who died after his car burst into flames after being struck from behind by a tractor-trailer at a toll booth.
$12 million settlement for the family of a 48-year-old woman who was killed instantly when an inexperienced tractor-trailer driver left his lane of travel, crossed a grassy median, and violently crashed into her vehicle, which was traveling on the opposite side of the highway.
$9.75 million settlement for a man who suffered significant orthopedic and neurological injuries when he was struck on Interstate 80 in Illinois by a tractor-trailer owned and operated by K&B Transportation, Inc.
$6.75 million settlement on behalf of a woman who was killed when her car was struck by a tractor-trailer after it entered the intersection against a red light.
$6.5 million settlement for the family of a 36-year-old man who was killed in a tractor-trailer accident in which the truck driver was driving at a speed of 72 mph and failed to reduce his speed for a curve on an overpass, where the posted speed limit was 50 mph.
$4.5 million pre-suit confidential settlement in a fatal truck accident case in Kentucky.
$4.25 million verdict for the family of an infant who was killed on an interstate highway when the car in which she was riding was rear-ended by a tractor-trailer driver who turned into the merge lane to avoid hitting a minivan that had cut him off.
$2.25 million settlement on behalf of the widow of a truck driver who was killed in a loading accident.
$2.2 million verdict in Baltimore for a 50-year-old woman who was injured in a chain collision on Interstate 70 when a tractor-trailer failed to come to a stop and struck a line of vehicles that had stopped in front of it.
$1.59 million settlement for a truck driver injured in a sudden stop after he was struck by another truck.

Client-Focused Legal Representation in Philadelphia

At Feldman Shepherd, our hard work, attention to detail, and commitment to securing justice govern our legal practice. Our truck injury lawyers in Philadelphia are here to help you recover for your pain and suffering, economic losses, emotional distress, and medical expenses, and our terrific paralegal staff will help you deal with your own insurance company and any medical or logistical issues. We handle complex, unique, and difficult trucking accident cases with care and compassion. When you’ve been injured by the carelessness of others, we can put our experience to work for you. Call us to learn how we can help you with your truck accident recovery at 215-325-1954.

Frequently Asked Questions Trucking Accidents

Who can be held accountable for a catastrophic truck accident?

Liability in a truck accident case may extend beyond the driver. Depending on the circumstances, responsible parties may include the trucking company, cargo loading companies, maintenance providers, freight brokers or other third parties. These cases often involve issues such as negligent hiring, improper loading, poor vehicle maintenance, or safety violations. Identifying all liable parties is important to pursuing the full compensation available under the law.

How long do I have to file a trucking accident lawsuit in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations for most truck accident lawsuits is generally two years from the date of the accident. However, the success of these cases often hinges on immediate and thorough investigation. Prompt action can help protect your legal rights and preserve critical evidence, including the involved vehicles, electronic data, accident scene evidence, and witness testimony. For this reason, it is important to contact a Feldman Shepherd attorney as soon as possible after a trucking accident.

Are trucking companies required to follow federal safety regulations?

Yes. Commercial trucking companies and drivers must comply with extensive federal safety regulations governing driver hours, vehicle maintenance, cargo loading, inspections, and driver qualifications. In catastrophic truck accident litigation, violations of these safety rules can provide important evidence that a crash resulted from preventable negligence. Investigating compliance with these regulations is often critical to determining how the collision occurred and who should be held responsible.