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Injured in a Truck or Big Rig Accident in Philadelphia? KaplunMarx Is Here to Help
Truck accidents are more than just oversized car crashes—they’re life-altering events that can leave you overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. The immense size and weight of big rigs mean that collisions often result in severe injuries and significant property damage. If you’ve been involved in a truck accident in Philadelphia, you need a legal team that understands the complexities of these cases and is ready to fight for you.
At KaplunMarx personal injury law firm, we’re not just attorneys; we’re your dedicated advocates during this challenging time. With a 98% success rate, our Philadelphia trial attorneys have a proven track record of securing successful resolutions for our clients. We’ve won millions for personal injury victims like you, and we’re committed to maximizing your compensation so you can focus on healing.
Why Choose KaplunMarx for Your Truck Accident Case?
Focused Expertise in Injury & Accident Cases We focus exclusively on injury and accident cases, meaning you’ll have a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of truck accident claims on your side. Our specific experience allows us to bulldoze the unique challenges these cases present, from dealing with trucking companies to understanding federal regulations.
We’re Not a Settlement Mill Unlike big firms that churn through cases to settle quickly, we take the time to understand your specific situation. We’re prepared to stand up to powerful trucking companies and their insurers—even if it means going to court—to get you the justice you deserve.
Direct Access to Your Attorney At KaplunMarx, you won’t be passed off to a case worker employee. You’ll have direct communication with your attorney, ensuring that your concerns are heard and your questions are answered every step of the way. We believe that open communication is key to a successful attorney-client relationship.
Truly Local Firm We’re actually from Philly and physically work here. We invest our time and resources into serving local clients. This means we have stronger connections and relationships such as with medical providers to help give you a better, local experience.
Our Commitment to You
Truck accident cases often involve multiple parties, complex regulations, and aggressive insurance companies. We’re committed to navigating these challenges on your behalf. We’ll conduct a thorough investigation, gather crucial evidence, and build a strong case aimed at securing the maximum compensation possible.
What We Offer:
Personalized Attention We tailor our approach to meet the unique needs of your case, ensuring that every detail is addressed.
No Upfront Fees You won’t pay anything unless we win your case. Our contingency fee structure means we’re invested in your success.
Free Consultation Not sure what to do next? We’ll evaluate your case at no cost and provide straightforward, honest advice.
Take the Next Step Toward Recovery
You don’t have to face this difficult time alone. Let KaplunMarx handle the legal complexities so you can focus on healing. We’re dedicated to turning a stressful situation into a positive outcome, fighting tirelessly for the compensation you need to move forward.
Our Pennsylvania truck accident law firm work on complex big rig collision cases, having secured maximum compensation for many local victims. We recognize the unique challenges of commercial vehicle crashes, from severe injuries due to mass differentials to intricate federal regulations governing trucking companies. Our attorneys work on contingency while managing all critical aspects – gathering electronic data, preserving evidence, analyzing driver logs, and negotiating with insurers. We’ve successfully held negligent parties accountable in cases involving driver fatigue, equipment failures, and regulatory violations. Learn how our meticulous approach can protect your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.
Pennsylvania’s truck accident landscape has shown concerning trends over recent years, with annual crash numbers consistently exceeding 6,000 incidents.
From 2018 to 2022, we’ve seen total truck crashes fluctuate between 6,344 and 7,522 incidents yearly, with 2023 recording 7,524 crashes involving large trucks.
This data reveals a persistent safety challenge on our state’s roadways.
We’ve observed a particularly troubling spike in 2021, when heavy truck crashes reached 7,244 incidents, marking an increase of 1,126 crashes from the previous year.
The severity of these accidents is especially concerning, as fatal crashes involving heavy trucks hit their peak in 2022.
What’s more alarming is that while truck occupants account for only 2.2% of fatalities, the majority of victims are occupants of smaller vehicles.
Looking back to 2015’s data, when 7,465 big truck crashes occurred with 130 being fatal, we can see that the problem hasn’t improved meaningfully.
These numbers underscore why we’re committed to addressing truck safety issues and advocating for stricter enforcement of existing regulations.
These troubling accident statistics reflect a deeper reality: truck crashes fundamentally differ from regular car accidents in both scope and severity.
When we look at the sheer physics involved, a large truck’s size and weight create devastating consequences in any collision, resulting in more severe property damage and a higher likelihood of fatalities.
We’re seeing these differences play out in several key ways. First, truck accidents often involve complex crash dynamics like rollovers, jackknife incidents, and catastrophic rear-end collisions that aren’t typical in passenger vehicle crashes.
Second, the risk distribution is dramatically uneven – while truck occupants often survive these crashes, occupants of smaller vehicles face much greater danger.
The unique characteristics of commercial trucks also create distinct accident patterns. Their limited maneuverability, extensive blind spots, and longer stopping distances mean that even minor driving errors can have catastrophic results.
Additionally, these crashes typically involve specialized factors like cargo securement issues, commercial driver regulations, and industry-specific safety standards. That’s why truck accident cases require a thorough understanding of both FMCSA regulations and the distinct physics of large vehicle collisions.
Major truck accidents often stem from a complex interplay of driver behavior, vehicle maintenance, environmental conditions, and regulatory compliance issues.
We’ve found that driver fatigue and distraction account for a significant portion of crashes, with distracted driving alone contributing to 22% of all truck accidents. When drivers fail to follow hours-of-service regulations or engage in aggressive driving behaviors, the risks increase substantially.
Vehicle-related factors also play a pivotal role. We regularly see accidents caused by equipment failures, improper cargo loading, and inadequate maintenance.
These mechanical issues, combined with overweight loads, can lead to catastrophic results on Pennsylvania’s highways.
Environmental challenges present another layer of risk. Poor weather conditions, particularly black ice and reduced visibility, create hazardous situations for even the most experienced drivers.
When combined with unfamiliar routes or inadequate lighting, these conditions become even more dangerous.
Regulatory violations often underscore these accidents. We’ve observed that many crashes involve drivers who’ve exceeded their allowed driving hours, failed to conduct proper vehicle inspections, or received inadequate training.
These compliance failures frequently intersect with other risk factors, creating dangerous situations on our roads.
Victims of truck accidents in Pennsylvania have specific legal rights that demand immediate attention and understanding. If you’ve been involved in a severe truck accident, you’re exempt from Pennsylvania’s no-fault system, allowing you to pursue compensation directly from liable parties.
We’ll help you understand that you have two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit, and you can seek compensation even if you’re partially at fault.
Under Pennsylvania’s modified comparative negligence rule, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault, but you maintain the right to recover damages.
You’re entitled to pursue both economic and non-economic damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma.
In cases involving extreme negligence, you may also have the right to seek punitive damages. Multiple parties could be liable for your accident, including the truck driver, trucking company, vehicle manufacturer, or cargo loaders.
To protect your rights, we’ve found it’s paramount to secure legal representation immediately.
An experienced attorney can investigate your case, gather evidence, negotiate with insurers, and verify you don’t accept inadequate settlement offers.
We understand the moments following a truck accident are overwhelming, but taking immediate action can protect your rights and strengthen your case.
Our extensive experience has shown that seeking prompt medical care, photographing the scene, and gathering witness information are the most critical first steps you can take.
We’ll help guarantee you’ve properly documented every aspect of the accident and your injuries while working within Pennsylvania’s strict legal timelines to protect your claim.
Following up on a truck accident, seeking immediate medical care stands out as the most pivotal step you can take.
We strongly urge you to call 911 at the scene, as medical professionals can identify hidden injuries that aren’t immediately apparent, including potentially serious conditions like concussions or internal trauma.
Don’t wait to get evaluated, even if you feel fine initially. Many truck accident injuries develop delayed symptoms, and postponing treatment can markedly compromise your health and recovery.
We’ve seen how untreated soft tissue injuries can lead to chronic mobility issues, while immediate care helps prevent complications and establishes a key timeline for your case.
From a legal standpoint, prompt medical attention strengthens your position. Insurance companies scrutinize medical records when evaluating claims, and any delay in treatment can weaken your case.
We’ve found that immediate medical documentation creates a clear connection between the accident and your injuries, which is essential for securing fair compensation.
Proper documentation immediately after a truck accident can make or break your case. We can’t stress enough how pivotal it is to capture every detail while evidence is fresh and conditions remain unchanged. Our experience shows that thorough documentation strengthens your position for insurance claims and potential legal proceedings.
We recommend documenting these critical elements thoroughly:
| Element | What to Record | Why It’s Important |
|---|---|---|
| Scene Conditions | Weather, lighting, road state | Shows contributing factors |
| Vehicle Details | Damage, positions, cargo | Establishes accident scope |
| Personal Impact | Injuries, expenses, losses | Supports compensation claims |
Beyond these basics, collect witness statements and their contact information immediately. Don’t rely on memory – take detailed notes and photographs of everything, including traffic signs, skid marks, and any visible injuries. Remember to obtain the truck driver’s information, insurance details, and company affiliations. If possible, secure any electronic data from the truck’s onboard systems and preserve all physical evidence from the scene. We’ll help guarantee your documentation meets legal requirements and effectively supports your case.
While documenting your accident is vital, taking immediate legal action can substantially impact your case’s outcome. We strongly recommend contacting an experienced truck accident attorney within days of your crash to protect your legal rights and preserve critical evidence.
Time is especially critical in truck accident cases because evidence can quickly disappear. We’ll immediately send preservation letters to the trucking company to secure the truck’s black box data, maintenance records, and driver logs.
Our team will also gather security footage from nearby businesses and document physical evidence at the crash scene before it’s lost.
Don’t wait to seek legal help – Pennsylvania’s two-year statute of limitations may seem generous, but building a strong truck accident case requires extensive investigation and expert analysis.
We’ll handle negotiations with insurance companies while you focus on recovery. When you choose our firm, you’ll work with board-certified attorneys who understand complex trucking regulations and have access to industry experts.
We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you won’t pay legal fees unless we win your case.
In truck accident cases, securing maximum compensation requires a thorough understanding of multiple factors that influence settlement amounts.
We’ll work to document the full extent of your injuries, property damage, and long-term impact on your life to build the strongest possible case.
Pennsylvania’s modified comparative negligence rule means we must clearly establish the truck driver’s or company’s liability while minimizing any potential attribution of fault to you.
We’ll investigate thoroughly, collecting evidence from accident reconstruction experts and examining both the trucking company’s compliance records and insurance policies.
Your compensation can include both economic and non-economic damages.
We’ll calculate all current and future medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and lifestyle modifications.
We’ll also factor in pain, suffering, and quality-of-life changes to guarantee your settlement reflects the full scope of your losses.
Time is critical, as Pennsylvania’s two-year statute of limitations requires prompt action.
Through skilled negotiation with insurance companies and, if necessary, litigation, we’ll fight to maximize your compensation while traversing the complex legal process of truck accident claims.
We’ve found that truck accident lawsuits typically take 6 months to 2 years to resolve, depending on injury severity, evidence complexity, and whether we’re dealing with multiple parties.
Yes, you can sue an out-of-state truck driver. We’ll file your case in our state since the accident happened here, and federal laws help guarantee we can pursue claims across state lines.
We’ll need your photos of vehicle damage, skid marks, and road conditions, plus witness contact information, driver details, and any surveillance footage or dashcam videos from the accident scene.
Yes, we’ll explain that immediate family members can pursue a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for funeral costs, lost income, emotional suffering, and other damages following their loved one’s death.
WE TAKE CARE OF EVERYTHING
We charge you nothing to evaluate your claim. Since we work on a contingency basis with no upfront cost you, we can’t take every case. But if we do take it, we’ll get started on it immediately. If we don’t we will give you options.
We help get you set up with medical treatments and evaluations from healthcare professionals. If you don’t have insurance, we can help get you treatment anyway. Documenting injuries and treatments is crucial for establishing damages and proving the extent of harm suffered.
We leave no stone unturned. We do comprehensive evidence gathering, including physical evidence, witness statements, and official reports. We also do accident analysis, often utilizing expert consultations and accident reconstruction techniques, as well as thorough documentation of damages and determination of liability. This critical phase lays the foundation for the case, typically lasting several weeks to months depending on the complexity, and aims to build a strong claim for negotiations or potential litigation.
Once you reach maximum medical improvement, your KaplunMarx assigned attorney compiles a demand package. This includes a demand letter outlining the incident, injuries, medical treatments, and the compensation sought for damages.
Your attorney sends the demand package to the opposing party or insurance company. Negotiations begin to reach a fair settlement without proceeding to court.
If negotiations fail to yield a satisfactory settlement, the attorney files a formal lawsuit in the appropriate court, officially initiating legal proceedings.
We exchange information with the other side through processes like depositions, interrogatories, and requests for documents. This phase allows each side to gather evidence and understand the other’s claims and defenses.
Before trial, parties may attempt to resolve the case through mediation or arbitration. A neutral third party assists in facilitating a settlement to avoid the costs and uncertainties of trial.
If the case isn’t settled, it proceeds to trial where both sides present evidence and arguments. A judge or jury examines the facts to determine liability and award damages.
Once a settlement is reached or judgment awarded, the attorney assists in collecting the compensation, which may involve dealing with insurance companies or setting up payment plans. After all compensation is received and legal matters concluded, your attorney closes the case, providing the client with final documents and ensuring all obligations are fulfilled.
WHEN YOU’VE BEEN HURT DUE TO SOMEONE ELSE’S NEGLEGENCE, TIME CAN WORK AGAINST YOU IF YOU’RE NOT PROTECTED BY AN ATTORNEY. AT KAPLUNMARX PHILLY, ONE OF OUR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS CAN GET STARTED ON YOUR REVIEW RIGHT AWAY – OFTEN THE VERY SAME DAY.
