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Before you talk to another injury lawyer or insurance adjuster about your truck-related accident, take a moment to view our videos and read our FREE consumer reports.

Trucking accidents have a tendency to be catastrophic, with severe injuries or fatalities being the rule as opposed to the exception.

Our law firm features seasoned attorneys with over 100 years of combined legal experience and a team of investigators that understand the complexities of a truck accident case. We have taken injury cases all the way to a jury trial, using multiple experts, and we know how to  handle cases in multiple states. We also have a web site devoted exclusively to Virginia trucking accidents and information.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a truck or tractor trailer, contact our offices at 1-800-752-0042 for a FREE, confidential legal consultation today.

When the drivers of two cars have a collision, sorting out insurance concerns is usually a straightforward process. This is not the case when a tractor trailer/trucking company is involved in a wreck. Due to the many liability, underinsurance and separate insurance policies involved in any trucking business, tracking down the insurance sources or proper trucking company that may be responsible can be an overwhelming burden.

The tractor, the trailer, and the truck operator, may all have separate available insurance policies, and often we must also analyze our own client’s other insurance sources as well. The trucking industry doesn't make it easy. They often don’t provide the actual operator's name, or what company has the primary insurance.

Established trucking companies often send an investigator to the scene immediately to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and to be sure that the trucking company drivers "clam up" fast, and they do this in order to effectively minimize their liability. This is why you need quality legal representation right away.

Retaining a good lawyer and analyzing all evidence early on in the process can be the difference between a fair and just settlement and having your needs utterly discarded. There are many actions that must be taken almost immediately:

It is crucial to obtain legal counsel that has a thorough and complete understanding of state and federal regulations that apply to trucking companies. It’s important to understand that tractor trailers can be considered moving, portable businesses, and there are commercial regulations that demand that they be operated responsibly and safely.

Attorneys with experience in trucking accidents can determine whether or not these regulations were being followed, and can apply that information to your case.


For more information about trucking in various states, please click on the following links:
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Please take a moment to review our in-depth library articles on truck wrecks and truck accident case results.

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  • This page provides information about the complexity of trucking insurance and how it differs from regular car insurance. After you've had a chance to review this page, please take a look at our other articles, blogs, videos, and consumer guides on trucking topics.   
    Description: If you're looking for information on federal trucking law and other trucking issues, please take a look at this web page and our site in general. We have plenty of information and if you've suffered an injury from a trucking accident, would be happy to discuss your potential claim. Our firm's phone number is 1-800-752-0042.
  • Here are some results from our truck accident cases. After you've taken a look, please give us a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.   
    Description: This article features results of cases our injury law firm has handled.
  • Car and Truck Accidents/Personal Injury Law in West Virginia (WV)   
    Description: Virginia (VA) and West Virginia (WV) have major interstates and state highways and the states include mountain roads, and dangerous and deadly car and truck accidents/personal injuries occur daily . If you live in any city, town, or county in Virginia (VA) or West Virginia (WV), we can help you or your family recover compensation for personal injury or wrongful death resulting from a truck-car accident or wreck . The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise, experience, and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and obtain the compensation that you need and deserve. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.
  • Car and Truck Accidents in Georgia (GA)   
    Description: Georgia (GA) is a picturesque vacation spot as well as land rich in culture, history, and adventure. Unfortunately, although the state is the destination for many and the home of millions, the state is plagued by dangerous roads and deadly truck accidents. Whether traveling and eight-lane interstate or driving on a one lane state road, you or someone you love can be seriously hurt by an 18-wheeler in any number of circumstances. If you live in any city, town, or county in Georgia (GA, we can help you sort out the particulars of your crash and find a just ruling for you in court – whether you have been seriously injured in a car or truck wreck or have a wrongful death case. The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and receive fair compensation. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.
  • Car and Truck Accidents in Florida (FL)   
    Description: Florida (FL) is a picturesque vacation spot as well as land rich in culture, history, and adventure. Unfortunately, although the state is the destination for many and the home of millions, it is plagued by dangerous roads and deadly truck accidents. Whether traveling and eight-lane interstate or driving on a one lane state road, you or someone you love can be seriously hurt by an 18-wheeler in any number of circumstances. If you live in any city, town, or county in Florida (FL), we can help you sort out the particulars of your crash and find a just ruling for you in court – whether you have been seriously injured in a car or truck wreck or have a wrongful death case. The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and receive fair compensation. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.
  • Car and Truck Accidents/Personal Injury Law in Virginia (VA)   
    Description: Virginia (VA) and West Virginia (WV) have major interstates and state highways and the states include mountain roads, and dangerous and deadly car and truck accidents/personal injuries occur daily . If you live in any city, town, or county in Virginia (VA) or West Virginia (WV), we can help you or your family recover compensation for personal injury or wrongful death resulting from a truck-car accident or wreck . The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise, experience, and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and obtain the compensation that you need and deserve. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.
  • Do Virginia Rest Area Limits Put Tired Truck Drivers On The Roads?   
    Description: A law in Virginia that prohibits staying in interstate rest areas longer than two hours may be putting dangerously tired truckers on the road. What is the state doing about a law that might make highway driving more dangerous?
  • In Trailer/Towed Vehicle Accident/Personal Injury Cases, The Separate Insurance on the Trailer Behind The Vehicle May Provide Further Insurance Coverage   
    Description: Our personal injury lawyers have handled cases over many years involving accidents where a car or truck operated by a careless driver also had a trailer connected, or was towing an ATV, boat, or other equipment. Also, our clients have actually been in their own car or truck and had their own trailer when they were in an accident caused by a negligent driver of another car or truck. The question a personal injury lawyer must investigate is exactly how many possible insurance sources apply to provide full compensation for a client who suffers personal injury or a wrongful death, especially if any trailer was involved.
  • Car and Truck Accidents/Personal Injury Law in North Carolina (NC)   
    Description: North Carolina (NC) is crisscrossed with a number of dangerous roads, interstates, and highways. While some twist through the Appalachians, others are eight lanes wide – making dangerous car and truck accidents an everyday occurrence. If you live in any city, town, or county in North Carolina (NC), we can help you sort out the particulars of your crash and find a just ruling for you in court – whether you have been seriously injured in a car or truck wreck or have a wrongful death case. The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and receive fair compensation. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.
  • Getting Emergency Medical Services Tape Is Key In Virginia Car/Truck Accident   
    Description: There are various strong reasons to hire an experienced personal injury lawyer immediately after an injury or death in a motor vehicle accident. Recovering evidence such as the 911 and ambulance call tapes and transcripts immediately is high on the list.

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Our personal injury lawyers handle personal injury cases throughout the eastern USA, and work closely with lawyers in other states on signficant injury cases.

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