New York Truck Accident Attorney

Why Truck Accidents Are Different

Truck accident cases are significantly more complex than standard car accident cases:

• Greater severity of injuries — size and weight disparity leads to catastrophic, often fatal outcomes
• Multiple liable parties — truck driver, trucking company, cargo loaders, vehicle manufacturer, maintenance company
• Federal and state regulations — FMCSA Hours of Service, weight limits, mandatory rest periods
• Complex insurance — commercial trucking policies worth millions require skilled negotiation
• Spoliation risk — critical data (black box, logbooks, GPS records) can disappear quickly

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in New York

• Driver fatigue — violations of Hours of Service regulations
• Distracted driving — cell phone use, eating, GPS while operating
• Improper cargo loading — unsecured or overweight loads
• Equipment failures — brake defects, tire blowouts, steering failures
• Driving under the influence — alcohol or prescription drugs
• Poor weather and road conditions — failure to adjust for conditions
• Inadequate training or hiring of unqualified drivers

Compensation Available in Truck Accident Cases

Due to the severity of truck accident injuries, compensation can be substantial:

• All medical expenses — emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, future treatment
• Lost wages and future lost earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Permanent disability and disfigurement
• Wrongful death damages (for surviving family members)
• Punitive damages in egregious cases

Time Limits for Truck Accident Claims

New York allows 3 years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit, and 2 years for wrongful death claims. However, acting quickly is critical — electronic data from trucks’ black boxes is often overwritten within days. We immediately send preservation letters to secure evidence.

Serving clients in: White Plains · Yonkers · Bronx · New Rochelle · Port Chester · Tarrytown · and throughout Westchester County and New York City

Contact a New York Truck Accident Attorney Today

If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, you need an attorney who knows how to handle the full complexity of these cases — not just a personal injury generalist.

Call (914) 342-7004 today or complete our online form for a free consultation with a New York truck accident attorney.