Truck accidents cause some of the most serious injuries on Massachusetts roads. When an 18-wheeler, delivery truck, or other commercial vehicle hits you, the other side comes prepared. Trucking companies have investigators and legal teams ready. So does Larson Law. We represent truck accident victims across Massachusetts with no upfront costs and no fee unless we win.
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A truck accident claim is not the same as a standard car accident case, and treating it like one can cost you. Commercial trucks are governed by both Massachusetts state law and federal regulations set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The trucks themselves can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, which means injuries are often catastrophic. And unlike a car crash where you are dealing with one driver and one insurer, a truck accident can involve the driver, the trucking company, a freight broker, a cargo loading company, a maintenance contractor, and separate insurers for the cab and the trailer.
At Larson Law Boston, we handle truck accident cases across Massachusetts. We know how trucking companies operate after a crash, and we move quickly to preserve the evidence before it disappears. If you were hurt in a collision with a commercial vehicle anywhere in the state, a Massachusetts truck accident lawyer can review your case for free and let you know exactly where you stand.
Commercial trucks come in many forms, and the type of vehicle involved can affect how a claim is built and who may be held responsible. Larson Law handles truck accident cases involving all types of commercial vehicles across Massachusetts.
The size and weight of commercial trucks mean injuries in these crashes are almost always more serious than in a standard car accident. Some injuries require surgery, long-term rehabilitation, or result in permanent disability. Getting medical attention right away after a truck accident protects both your health and your legal claim.
If the crash resulted in a fatality, visit our Massachusetts wrongful death lawyer page for more on what your family may be entitled to.
Truck accident injuries can affect every part of your life. We pursue every category of compensation your case supports so nothing gets left out of your claim.
Fill in the form or call us directly. You don't need to have all the details sorted. Share the basics about your accident and we will take it from there, including moving quickly to request the black box data, driver logs, and other evidence before it disappears.
An attorney will go over the details with you, explain who may be liable, and let you know what your case could be worth. There is no pressure and no cost for this review.
If you decide to move forward, we deal with the trucking company, their insurer, and all the legal work. You focus on recovering while we build the strongest case possible.
Trucking companies act fast after a crash. Their investigators and legal teams are often on the scene before the victim has even left the hospital. Do not let them control the evidence and the narrative. Share a few details with us and we will start protecting your claim right away. Our team has handled serious truck accident cases across Massachusetts and knows exactly what it takes to build a strong case against a commercial carrier.
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Several things make truck accident cases more complex. Commercial trucks are subject to federal regulations set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, on top of Massachusetts state traffic laws. These rules govern how long a driver can be on the road, how trucks must be maintained, how cargo must be secured, and more. Liability can also extend well beyond the driver. The trucking company, the freight broker, the business that loaded the cargo, the maintenance company, and even the manufacturer of a faulty part may all share responsibility. Each party typically has its own legal team and insurance coverage. That is why these cases require a different approach from a standard car accident claim.
Multiple parties can be held responsible depending on what caused the crash. The truck driver may be liable for negligent or reckless driving. The trucking company may be liable if they hired an unqualified driver, pressured the driver to violate Hours of Service rules, or failed to maintain the vehicle. A freight broker or cargo company may be liable if improperly loaded or overweight cargo contributed to the crash. A maintenance contractor may be liable if faulty repairs or ignored inspections caused a mechanical failure. In some cases, a truck manufacturer may be liable if a defective part caused the accident. Your attorney will investigate all of these angles to make sure every responsible party is identified.
Most commercial trucks are equipped with an electronic logging device or event data recorder, commonly called a black box. This device records data including the truck’s speed, braking patterns, steering inputs, and Hours of Service compliance in the period before and during a crash. This information can be critical evidence in proving how the accident happened and whether the driver or company violated federal safety rules. The problem is that trucking companies are not required to preserve this data indefinitely. Some records are overwritten in a matter of weeks. Getting a lawyer involved quickly means a legal hold letter can be sent to the trucking company before that data disappears.
Federal Hours of Service regulations limit how long a commercial truck driver can operate a vehicle without rest. Drivers of most commercial trucks cannot drive more than 11 hours in a single shift or more than 60 to 70 hours over 7 to 8 consecutive days. These rules exist because fatigued driving is a major cause of serious truck crashes. If a driver was on the road longer than legally allowed at the time of your accident, that is a significant violation that can support your claim. Driver logs, which trucking companies are only required to keep for six months, are the primary record of HOS compliance. Acting quickly preserves access to these records before they are gone.
Get to safety and call 911. Get medical attention immediately, even if your injuries seem minor. Take photos of the scene, including the truck, its plates, company name and logo, the road conditions, and any visible damage to your vehicle. Get the truck driver’s name, license number, and insurance information. If there are witnesses, collect their contact details. Do not give a recorded statement to the trucking company or their insurance carrier before speaking with a lawyer. The trucking company’s insurer may contact you quickly and sound cooperative. Their goal is to limit what they pay you, not help you recover what you are owed.
There is no fixed number. Truck accident cases tend to result in higher compensation than standard car accident cases for two reasons. First, commercial carriers are required to carry significantly more insurance coverage than private drivers, with minimum liability limits of $750,000 for most interstate carriers and often $1 million or more. Second, the injuries in truck crashes are typically more severe, which means medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering claims are larger. The actual value of your case depends on the severity of your injuries, how long your recovery takes, how it affects your ability to work, and the strength of the evidence. A lawyer can give you a realistic assessment after reviewing your case.
Yes, in most cases. Massachusetts follows a modified comparative fault rule. You can still recover compensation as long as you were not more than 50% responsible for the crash. Your total compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you were 25% at fault and your damages total $200,000, you would recover $150,000. Trucking companies and their insurers often try to shift blame onto the other driver to reduce what they owe. Having legal representation helps make sure any fault assigned to you is based on facts, not the other side’s preferred version of events.
Trucking companies sometimes argue they are not responsible for a driver’s actions because the driver was an independent contractor rather than an employee. This defense does not always hold up. In many cases, the trucking company still exercises enough control over the driver’s work to be held liable. Courts look at factors like whether the company set the driver’s schedule, owned the truck, or required the driver to follow company-specific rules. An attorney can investigate the true nature of the working relationship and determine whether the company can be held accountable even if the driver was technically classified as a contractor.
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Massachusetts, including truck accidents, is three years from the date of the accident. Missing this deadline means losing the right to compensation entirely. But waiting too long within that window is also a problem. Driver logs are only kept for six months. Black box data may be overwritten in weeks. Surveillance footage from highway cameras or nearby businesses is typically deleted within days. The sooner you speak with a lawyer, the better your chances of securing the critical evidence that makes these cases winnable.
Most truck accident cases settle before trial. Trucking companies and their insurers are motivated to resolve claims out of court to avoid the expense and uncertainty of a jury verdict. However, they also know when a victim does not have legal representation and is more likely to accept a low offer. When you have a lawyer who is genuinely prepared to go to trial, the other side tends to take the case more seriously and negotiate more fairly. At Larson Law, we prepare every case as though it will go to trial, which puts us in the strongest possible position to negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf.
Yes. Larson Law handles truck accident cases across Massachusetts, not just in Boston. Commercial truck crashes happen on every major highway in the state, including I-90, I-93, I-95, Route 128, Route 3, and I-291. Whether your accident happened near Springfield, Worcester, Lowell, Brockton, New Bedford, or anywhere else in Massachusetts, we can help. We understand how truck accident claims work across different Massachusetts courts and jurisdictions. If you cannot come to us, we will work around your situation. Call, text, or use the form on this page to get started at no cost.
Larson Law handles truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing upfront and owe no legal fees unless we win your case. Our fee comes as a percentage of your settlement or court award, and that is explained clearly before you commit to anything. If we do not win, you owe us nothing. This arrangement means we are fully invested in getting you the best possible result, and it means there is no financial risk for you in getting legal help after a serious truck accident.
