National Semi-Truck Accident Trial Lawyers
Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers. We Make Trucking Companies Pay.
When an 80,000-pound truck hits your vehicle, you need attorneys who know federal trucking law inside and out — and who have the resources to go to war with corporate defense teams.
Quick answer
Do I need a lawyer after a semi-truck accident?
If a semi-truck crash caused serious injury or a death, contact a truck accident lawyer within days. Trucking companies send rapid-response teams immediately, and key evidence such as ECM data, ELD logs, and dashcam footage can be lost within weeks. Cross & York reviews cases free, 24/7, and charges no fee unless money is recovered.
Why Cross & York
The moment your accident happened, the trucking company's lawyers started working against you.
Trucking companies and their insurers deploy legal teams within hours of a crash. They secure the black box, pull driver logs, and build a case to minimize what they pay you — before you have even left the hospital.
At Cross & York, we move faster. Our attorneys respond immediately to preserve evidence, obtain court orders to prevent destruction of records, and build the kind of case that forces full accountability.
We do not handle car accidents, slip-and-falls, or general personal injury. We focus exclusively on semi-truck and commercial vehicle accidents — because these cases require a completely different level of expertise.
Federal Law Expertise
We know FMCSA regulations better than the trucking industry's own lawyers. Hours of service limits, ELD data, maintenance records, pre-trip inspections — we know what violations to look for and how to prove them.
Trial-Ready From Day One
Insurance companies offer more when they know your attorney is prepared to take the case before a jury. We prepare every case for trial — and that is why settlements come in far above initial offers.
No Upfront Costs, Ever
We advance all costs of litigation — accident reconstruction experts, medical specialists, court filing fees, investigator expenses. You pay nothing unless and until we win your case.
5,400+
Truck accident fatalities annually in the US
160,000+
Injuries caused by large trucks every year
50
U.S. states we accept cases in
24/7
We are always available to you
Source: NHTSA Large Truck Crash Facts, 2024
Practice Areas
We handle every type of truck accident case.
18-Wheeler & Semi-Truck Collisions
The most common and often most catastrophic type. Fully loaded semis can weigh 40 tons — the force of impact against a passenger vehicle is devastating.
Learn about 18-wheeler & semi-truck collisionsJackknife Accidents
When a trailer swings out at a sharp angle to the cab, sweeping across multiple lanes. Usually caused by brake failure, excessive speed, or sudden steering maneuvers.
Learn about jackknife accidentsUnderride & Override Crashes
Among the deadliest accident types — when a passenger vehicle slides under a truck trailer, often causing decapitation-level trauma. Underride guards are frequently inadequate.
Learn about underride & override crashesTruck Driver Fatigue
Federal Hours of Service rules cap driving time — but violations are rampant. ELD data can prove a driver was over the limit at the time of your crash.
Learn about truck driver fatigueBrake Failure & Defective Equipment
The FMCSA Large Truck Crash Causation Study found brake problems were a factor in about 29% of large-truck crashes. When equipment fails, we pursue product liability claims against manufacturers.
Learn about brake failure & defective equipmentHazardous Materials Accidents
Trucks hauling chemicals, flammable cargo, or toxic materials are subject to strict DOT regulations. Spill-related injuries extend far beyond the initial collision.
Learn about hazardous materials accidentsWrongful Death Claims
If you lost a family member in a truck accident, we pursue wrongful death claims with tenacity and compassion. We hold the responsible parties fully accountable.
Learn about wrongful death claimsThe Process
What happens after you call Cross & York.
01
Free Consultation — Same Day
Tell us what happened. We will tell you honestly whether you have a case, what it might be worth, and exactly what we will do. No obligation. No pressure.
02
Immediate Evidence Preservation
Within hours, we issue legal holds and court orders to prevent the trucking company from destroying the black box, driver logs, surveillance footage, and maintenance records.
03
Full Investigation
We hire leading accident reconstruction specialists, medical experts, and trucking industry consultants to build an airtight case. Multiple parties may be liable — driver, carrier, loader, broker, manufacturer.
04
Maximum Recovery
We negotiate aggressively from a position of strength. If the trucking company will not offer fair compensation, we take the case to trial. Our goal is always your maximum possible recovery.
FAQ
Common questions about truck accident cases.
How is a truck accident case different from a car accident case?
Truck accident cases involve a separate body of federal law — the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations — that governs commercial trucking. These rules cover driver hours of service, vehicle maintenance, cargo securement, drug testing, and licensing. Multiple parties may share liability: driver, trucking company, freight broker, cargo loader, and even the vehicle manufacturer. Trucking companies also carry much higher insurance minimums ($750,000 to $5 million), meaning the potential recovery is significantly higher than a typical car accident claim.
How much is my semi-truck accident case worth?
It depends on the severity of your injuries, lost income (current and future), medical expenses, pain and suffering, and whether the truck company's conduct warrants punitive damages. Cases involving catastrophic injuries — spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injury, amputations, or wrongful death — can reach the millions. Cases with clear federal regulation violations and corporate negligence often command the highest settlements.
What evidence disappears fastest after a truck accident?
Black box data (ECM/EDR) can be overwritten within 30 days. Driver logs (ELD data) may be deleted after 6 months. Dashcam footage is often overwritten within 24–72 hours. Surveillance cameras near the scene overwrite automatically. Call us now — we issue litigation holds and court orders within hours.
What does it cost to hire Cross & York?
Nothing upfront. We work exclusively on contingency — we only collect a fee when we win. We also advance all costs of litigation, including expert witnesses, accident reconstruction, court filing fees, and medical record retrieval. If we do not win, you owe us nothing.
How long do I have to file a truck accident claim?
The statute of limitations varies by state, typically 2–3 years from the date of the accident. However, because critical evidence can disappear in days, you should contact an attorney immediately — not when the deadline approaches.
Free Tool
Estimate your case value.
Enter your medical bills, lost wages, and injury severity to see a research-based estimated range. For an exact figure, request your free case review.
Free Case Value Estimator
What might my truck accident case be worth?
Educational estimate only. Real case value depends on liability, evidence, jurisdiction, and dozens of other factors. Talk to a lawyer for a real evaluation.
Surgery, herniated disc, fracture, lengthy recovery
Estimated Case Value Range
$270,000 – $360,000
Based on $60,000 in economic damages and a 3.5×–5× severity multiplier. A real evaluation also accounts for liability, comparative fault, jurisdiction, insurance limits, and punitive damages where applicable.
Don't wait. Evidence is being destroyed right now.
The trucking company's legal team responded to your accident before you called us. Every day that passes, critical evidence becomes harder to obtain. Your free consultation costs nothing.