Chicago Truck Accident Lawyer
Fighting for Truck Accident Victims Across Illinois
Collisions involving semi-trucks, big rigs, and commercial vehicles often result in devastating injuries and legal battles against trucking companies, insurers, and corporate defense teams. Unlike standard car accidents, truck accident claims are highly complex due to federal regulations, multiple liable parties, and high-stakes insurance policies.
At Hilliard Law, we have extensive experience handling high-stakes truck accident litigation and have recovered millions for victims and families. Our attorneys know how to take on major trucking corporations, fleet operators, and insurance companies to maximize our clients' recoveries.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident in Chicago, we are ready to help. Call (312) 535-7883 or contact us online for a FREE consultation.
Examples of Our Truck Accident Results
Hilliard Law has extensive experience litigating truck and commercial vehicle accident cases and has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for victims.
Some examples of our results:
- $50 Million: 18-wheeler rear-end collision resulting in wrongful death.
- $20 Million: Commercial vehicle rollover caused by defective road construction conditions.
- $7.5 Million: Rear-end commercial truck accident resulting in catastrophic injuries.
- $6 Million: 18-wheeler collision resulting in serious injuries.
Common Types of Truck Accidents
Truck accidents can occur in many ways, often due to driver negligence, mechanical failures, or improper loading.
Some of the most common truck accidents we handle include:
- Jackknife Accidents – When a truck’s cab and trailer fold at an angle, often due to sudden braking or loss of control, blocking multiple lanes of traffic.
- Underride Accidents – When a smaller vehicle slides under the rear or side of a truck, often causing fatal injuries.
- Override Accidents – When a large truck runs over a smaller vehicle, crushing it beneath its weight.
- Rollover Accidents – Trucks have a high center of gravity, making them prone to rollovers when drivers take sharp turns too fast or lose control.
- Blind Spot Accidents – Commercial trucks have large blind spots where passenger vehicles can disappear from view, leading to dangerous lane-change or merging accidents.
- Lost Load Accidents – Cargo that is improperly secured can fall onto the road, creating dangerous conditions for other drivers.
- Rear-End Collisions – Due to their size and weight, trucks require significantly more stopping distance than passenger vehicles. Rear-end truck collisions are often severe.
- Tire Blowouts & Mechanical Failures – Poor maintenance, defective parts, and lack of proper inspections can cause catastrophic truck crashes.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are frequently caused by driver error, company negligence, or mechanical failures.
Some of the most common causes include:
- Driver Fatigue – Federal law limits truckers’ driving hours, but pressure to meet deadlines often leads to exhausted drivers who make mistakes.
- Distracted Driving – Truck drivers may be texting, using GPS, or adjusting vehicle controls when they should be focused on the road.
- Speeding & Reckless Driving – Many truck accidents involve truckers exceeding speed limits or failing to adjust to weather, traffic, or road conditions.
- Improper Loading – Cargo that is overloaded or improperly secured can shift, causing loss of control or rollovers.
- Inadequate Training – Many trucking companies put unqualified or poorly trained drivers behind the wheel to fill demand.
- Drunk & Drugged Driving – Some truckers use stimulants to stay awake, increasing the risk of impaired driving accidents.
- Brake & Mechanical Failures – Poorly maintained brakes, defective tires, and mechanical malfunctions often contribute to crashes.
Our team investigates every possible cause of a truck accident and works to hold all negligent parties accountable.
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