Aggressive Truck Accident Lawyers – Holding Negligent Trucking Companies Accountable

Truck accidents are among the most devastating and complex personal injury cases, often resulting in catastrophic injuries, wrongful deaths, and massive financial losses. Due to the sheer size and weight of 18-wheelers, semi-trucks, and commercial vehicles, collisions frequently leave victims with lifelong disabilities and significant medical expenses.

At Ratliff Jackson LLP, we aggressively fight for truck accident victims in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, ensuring they receive full and fair compensation for their injuries. Trucking companies and insurers will try to minimize their liability—we won’t let them take advantage of you.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, contact us today for a free consultation.

Why You Need a Truck Accident Lawyer

• Trucking companies have powerful legal teams working to deny responsibility and reduce payouts.
• Truck accidents involve federal regulations (FMCSA), making these cases more complicated than regular car accidents.
• Multiple parties may be liable, including the truck driver, trucking company, vehicle manufacturer, or cargo loaders.
• Evidence disappears quickly—we secure black box data, driver logs, and maintenance records before they are lost or altered.
• Insurance companies often offer low settlements that fail to cover the full extent of a victim’s injuries.

At Ratliff Jackson LLP, we handle every aspect of your case so you can focus on healing and recovery.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents

• Driver Fatigue – Many truckers exceed legal driving limits, leading to drowsy driving and slow reaction times.
• Distracted Driving – Using phones, GPS, or in-cab devices while driving a massive vehicle.
• Speeding & Reckless Driving – Large trucks require more time to stop, making high speeds even more dangerous.
• Overloaded or Unsecured Cargo – Shifting or improperly secured loads causing rollovers or jackknife accidents.
• Brake Failures & Mechanical Defects – Neglected maintenance or defective truck parts leading to deadly crashes.
• Driving Under the Influence – Alcohol, drugs, or prescription medications impairing a truck driver’s ability to operate safely.
• Blind Spot Collisions – Trucks have massive blind spots, leading to accidents when changing lanes or turning.
• Dangerous Road Conditions – Poor road design, construction zones, and bad weather increasing crash risks.

Severe Injuries in Truck Accidents

Truck accidents often result in life-threatening injuries, including:

• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) – Concussions, skull fractures, and long-term cognitive impairments.
• Spinal Cord Injuries & Paralysis – Leading to permanent disabilities, requiring extensive medical care.
• Multiple Fractures & Crushed Bones – High-impact collisions causing severe orthopedic injuries.
• Internal Organ Damage & Internal Bleeding – Life-threatening injuries that may not be immediately visible.
• Burns & Disfigurement – Fuel fires and explosions causing third-degree burns and permanent scarring.
• Amputations & Limb Loss – Severe crush injuries requiring surgical amputation.
• Wrongful Death – Families losing a loved one due to a negligent truck driver or unsafe trucking practices.

Compensation Available for Truck Accident Victims

Victims of semi-truck, big rig, and commercial vehicle accidents may be entitled to:

• Medical Expenses – Emergency care, surgeries, hospital stays, rehabilitation, and long-term medical treatments.
• Lost Wages & Future Earnings – Compensation for missed work or permanent disability preventing future employment.
• Pain & Suffering – Physical pain, emotional trauma, PTSD, and diminished quality of life.
• Property Damage – Vehicle repair or replacement after a serious truck accident.
• Wrongful Death Damages – Compensation for families who lost loved ones in fatal truck crashes.

At Ratliff Jackson LLP, we fight aggressively to secure the maximum possible compensation for our clients.

You Deserve Justice – Who We Represent in Truck Accident Cases

• Drivers & Passengers Injured by Negligent Truck Drivers – Victims of reckless, fatigued, or impaired truckers.
• Motorcyclists, Pedestrians & Cyclists Hit by Trucks – Representing those injured by large trucks failing to yield.
• Families Filing Wrongful Death Claims – Helping loved ones recover compensation for fatal truck crashes.
• Victims of Jackknife, Rollover & Underride Accidents – Investigating poor truck maintenance and driver negligence.
• Drivers Injured in Multi-Vehicle Pileups Involving Trucks – Holding trucking companies accountable in complex cases.

FAQs: Understanding Truck Accident Cases

Who can be held responsible for a truck accident?

• The truck driver – If they were distracted, fatigued, impaired, or reckless.
• The trucking company – If they failed to properly train, supervise, or maintain vehicles.
• The cargo loading company – If an unsecured or overloaded truck caused the crash.
• The truck manufacturer – If brakes, tires, or other parts were defective.

What should I do after a truck accident?

• Call 911 and seek immediate medical attention.
• Take photos of the accident scene, truck, and injuries.
• Get witness contact information and police reports.
• Do not admit fault or speak with insurance adjusters before consulting an attorney.
• Contact a truck accident lawyer before accepting any settlement offer.

How long do I have to file a truck accident lawsuit?

• New Jersey & Pennsylvania have strict time limits (statutes of limitations) for filing injury claims.
• The sooner you act, the better your chances of recovering compensation.

What if the truck driver was working for a company?

• The trucking company may be held liable for failing to train, supervise, or maintain their fleet.

Should I accept the first settlement offer from the insurance company?

• No—insurance companies offer low settlements to close cases quickly.
• We negotiate aggressively to secure full and fair compensation.

What if the truck accident was caused by bad road conditions?

• You may have a claim against a government agency for failing to maintain safe roads.

Hold Them Accountable – Fight for the Compensation You Deserve

Truck accidents can leave victims with permanent injuries, overwhelming medical bills, and emotional trauma. At Ratliff Jackson LLP, we are committed to holding negligent truck drivers and trucking companies accountable.

If you or a loved one was injured in a truck accident, contact us today for a free consultation.