Truck Accident Attorney Los Angeles, CA

If You've Been Injured in a Truck Accident, We're Here to Help.

Commercial truck accidents on LA's freeways cause some of the most catastrophic injuries we handle. Multiple parties may be liable, critical electronic evidence disappears fast, and the trucking company's legal team is ready from the moment of impact.

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California law

What You Need to Know Before You Settle

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Federal regulations govern commercial trucks

Truck drivers and carriers must comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), including strict hours-of-service limits. Violations are powerful evidence of negligence.

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Multiple parties may be liable

Beyond the driver, the trucking company, cargo loader, truck manufacturer, and maintenance contractor may all share responsibility. We identify every source of recovery.

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Critical evidence disappears within days

ELD data, black box records, and dashcam footage can be overwritten quickly. We send litigation hold letters immediately to preserve evidence before it is gone.

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Commercial policies carry million-dollar limits

Trucking companies carry insurance of $1M or more. Their adjusters and defense attorneys are working your case from minute one. We move just as fast.

Not all truck accidents are the same

Types of Truck Accidents We Handle

Each collision type involves different evidence, different defendants, and different legal theories. We have handled them all on LA's most dangerous corridors.

01

Rear-End & Underride Collisions

When a car slides under a truck's trailer in a rear-end collision, injuries are often catastrophic. Underride guards are frequently inadequate.

02

Jackknife Accidents

When a truck's cab swings out from the trailer due to sudden braking or loss of traction — often blocking multiple lanes on LA freeways.

03

Rollover Accidents

Caused by overloading, improper cargo distribution, high speeds, or sharp turns on freeway ramps and interchanges.

04

Wide Turn Collisions

Trucks making right turns on city streets often swing left first — striking cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles in adjacent lanes.

05

Brake Failure & Equipment Defects

Inadequate maintenance, worn brakes, and defective tires can make a fully loaded truck impossible to stop in time.

06

Driver Fatigue

Hours-of-service violations are common. A truck driver who has been on the road too long presents an extreme risk to everyone around them.

The first 48 hours matter most

What to Do After a Truck Accident

Evidence in truck accident cases — especially electronic data from the truck itself — has a short window. Here's what to do to protect your case.

01

Call 911

Request police and emergency medical services. A police report and a medical record are the foundation of your case.

02

Seek medical attention immediately

Truck accident injuries are often severe and not fully apparent right away. Be evaluated at the scene and follow up urgently.

03

Document everything at the scene

Photograph vehicles, road conditions, cargo, truck markings, and license plates. Note the trucking company name on the trailer.

04

Do not speak to the trucking company

Their insurance team will be on scene quickly. Do not give any statement without an attorney present.

05

Preserve your own records

Keep all medical bills, the police report, and any correspondence from the trucking company or its insurer.

06

Contact L&F Brown immediately

The faster we are involved, the better our chance of preserving black box data and ELD records before they are overwritten.

Hurt in a Truck Accident?

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Arya Firoozmand, Esq. — Founding Partner
Arya Firoozmand, Esq. — Founding Partner
UCLA Law · Personal Injury Partner · 6,000+ Cases
Large trucking companies have professional claims teams ready the moment an accident happens. Their first goal isn't to help you — it's to limit what they pay. We move just as fast, and we know exactly what evidence to go after first.
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By the Numbers

75+

Years Legal Experience

6,000+

Clients Served

One

Case at a Time

What you can recover

Compensation Available After a Truck Accident

Truck accident injuries are often catastrophic. California law allows victims to recover the full scope of economic and non-economic losses.

Track record

Recent Verdicts & Settlements

Past outcomes don't guarantee future results, but they show what's possible when evidence is preserved and all defendants are pursued.

$6M Auto versus government entity settlement.
$4M Slip and fall at major retailer.
$2.5M Slip and fall at major retailer.
$1.5M Complex auto vs auto case.
$900K Complicated auto vs auto accident.
$700K Resolved following an auto accident injury.
Know your rights

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sue the trucking company directly, not just the driver?
Yes. Under respondeat superior, employers are liable for the negligent acts of their employees within the scope of employment. We also pursue direct negligence claims against carriers for negligent hiring, training, and supervision of drivers.
What if the truck driver was classified as an independent contractor?
Trucking companies often misclassify drivers as independent contractors to limit liability. California has some of the strictest worker classification laws in the country. We analyze the full relationship between the driver and carrier to determine whether the company can still be held liable.
How long do I have to file a truck accident claim?
Generally two years from the date of the accident (CCP §335.1). However, given how quickly critical electronic evidence is overwritten, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible after the collision.
What if I was hit by a truck while driving for work?
You may have both a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim against the at-fault truck driver and company. These cases require coordination between two separate legal processes. Our attorneys handle both and ensure your recovery is maximized across all available sources.
How much does it cost to hire L&F Brown?
Nothing upfront. Truck accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis — we only get paid when you do. Your initial consultation is free.
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