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Chicago Truck Accident Attorneys

18-wheelers cause catastrophic injuries. We have the resources and expertise to take on trucking companies and their insurers.

Truck accidents are among the most devastating collisions on our roads. When an 80,000-pound semi-truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the results are often catastrophic. These cases are also among the most complex, involving federal regulations, multiple liable parties, and aggressive corporate defense teams. At Morrison & Associates, we have the experience and resources to level the playing field.

$73,109+

Average truck accident settlement

5,000+

Fatal truck crashes nationally per year

98%

Our truck accident recovery rate

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Common Causes of Truck Accidents

Driver fatigue (hours of service violations)
Distracted or impaired driving
Improper loading or overweight cargo
Inadequate vehicle maintenance
Speeding or aggressive driving
Failure to check blind spots
Inadequate driver training
Defective truck parts (brakes, tires)

Compensation Available in Truck Accidents Cases

Economic Damages

  • Extensive medical expenses (often $100,000+)
  • Long-term rehabilitation costs
  • Lost wages and permanent disability
  • Home modification costs
  • Future medical care and equipment

Non-Economic Damages

  • Severe pain and suffering
  • Permanent disability or disfigurement
  • Emotional trauma and PTSD
  • Loss of quality of life
  • Wrongful death damages for families

Why Truck Accident Cases Require Specialized Attorneys

1

Trucking companies deploy rapid response teams to minimize their liability

2

Critical evidence (black box data, driver logs) can be destroyed within days

3

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations are complex

4

Multiple parties may be liable (driver, trucking company, shipper, manufacturer)

5

Insurance policies are much larger ($1M+), meaning higher stakes negotiations

Our Truck Accidents Case Results

$4,200,000

Truck Accident

Client suffered spinal injuries when an 18-wheeler ran a red light. Insurance initially offered $180,000.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique.

Truck Accidents FAQs

Multiple parties may be responsible: the truck driver, the trucking company (for negligent hiring, training, or supervision), the cargo loading company, the truck manufacturer (for defective parts), and the maintenance provider. We investigate all potential sources of liability to maximize your recovery.
The truck's electronic logging device (ELD) or black box, driver qualification files, hours of service logs, maintenance records, cargo manifests, and the trucking company's safety history. This evidence can disappear quickly—we send preservation letters immediately to prevent destruction.
Federal regulations require retention of driver logs for 6 months, but many records can be legally destroyed much sooner. Electronic data may be overwritten within days. That's why immediate legal action is critical in truck accident cases.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) govern hours of service, driver qualifications, drug testing, vehicle maintenance, cargo securement, and more. Violations of these regulations can be powerful evidence of negligence.
Truck accidents typically cause more severe injuries, trucking companies carry higher insurance limits ($1M minimum for interstate carriers), and multiple parties may be liable. However, the complexity also means you need attorneys who know how to handle these cases.
Trucking companies sometimes claim drivers are independent contractors to avoid liability. However, courts look at the actual relationship—who controls the driver's work, provides equipment, sets schedules, etc. We often find trucking companies are still liable despite this claim.

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