Tustin Truck Accident Lawyer
Trucking companies have lawyers on speed dial the moment their driver causes a crash. You need someone who knows how to fight back, and that’s exactly what we do.
Getting hit by an 80,000-pound semi or delivery truck isn’t like a regular fender bender. Your injuries are worse, your car might be totaled, and instead of dealing with one insurance adjuster, you’re suddenly up against a corporation with a legal team whose only job is to protect the company’s bottom line.
I’m William D. Shapiro, and I’ve been taking on trucking companies and their insurers since 1985. Our law firm has recovered millions for people who were told their case was too complicated or that they were partially at fault when they weren’t. We know how to get that evidence, and we know how to use it to prove what really happened.
Call or text us at 714-602-6990 right now for a free consultation. Trucking companies move fast to protect themselves. You need to move fast, too. Let us handle everything from here.
If you’re coming from Tustin, you can find our closest office at 1020 Ross St., Santa Ana, CA 92701. We’re just off the 55 freeway near Main Street, about 10 minutes from the Tustin Marketplace and right down the road from the Orange County Courthouse.
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Why Tustin Truck Accidents Are Different
Tustin sits right between two of the busiest freight corridors in Southern California.
Interstate 5 runs straight through the city, carrying thousands of big rigs every single day between the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and destinations across the country.
The 55 freeway sees its share of commercial traffic as well, especially delivery trucks heading to and from the warehouses and distribution centers that have sprung up around Tustin Legacy.
That much truck traffic means accidents. We see crashes on the I-5 near the SR-55 split, on Edinger Avenue, and on Newport Avenue, just to name a few. These aren’t just bigger versions of car accidents. The physics alone make them deadlier. When a fully loaded semi hits a passenger car, the people in that car face catastrophic injuries or death.
Types of Truck Accidents We Handle in Tustin
Jackknife Accidents: These types of accidents happen when a truck’s trailer swings out perpendicular to the cab, usually during hard braking or on wet roads. These crashes can involve multiple vehicles and shut down entire freeway sections.
Underride Collisions: Underride collisions occur when a car slides underneath a truck’s trailer, often shearing off the top of the vehicle and causing fatal injuries.
Wide turn Accidents: These are common at Tustin intersections when truck drivers misjudge the space needed to make a right turn and crush vehicles in adjacent lanes.
Blind spot Crashes. Because trucks have massive no-visibility zones, entire cars can disappear from the driver’s view.
We also handle:
- Rollover accidents on freeway on-ramps and curves
- Rear-end collisions caused by truck driver fatigue or distraction
- Cargo-related crashes from improperly secured loads
- Mechanical failure accidents from poor maintenance
Who’s Actually Responsible For Your Truck Accident?
This is where truck accidents get complicated. The driver might work for a trucking company, or they might be an independent contractor. The truck itself might be owned by a leasing company. The cargo might belong to a separate shipper. Maintenance might be handled by yet another company. All of these parties will point fingers at each other while you’re stuck in the middle.
We investigate every possible defendant. If the driver was tired because the company pushed them to violate hours-of-service regulations, the company is liable. If the brakes failed because maintenance was skipped to save money, the maintenance company is liable. If the cargo shifted because it wasn’t properly secured, the loading company is liable. We go after everyone who contributed to your crash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer for a truck accident? Yes. Trucking companies have legal teams working to minimize their liability before you even leave the hospital. You need someone who understands federal trucking regulations and knows how to investigate these complex cases.
How long will my truck accident case take? Every case is different. Some settle in months, others take a year or more if we have to go to trial. We move as quickly as possible while making sure we don’t leave money on the table.
What if the truck driver says I caused the accident? Drivers and companies lie to protect themselves. We gather evidence, including witness statements, police reports, and truck data that proves what actually happened.
Call Our Tustin Truck Accident Attorneys Today
If you or someone you love was hurt in a truck accident, call or text 714-602-6990 to speak to one of our Tustin truck accident attorneys today. You shouldn’t fight the large trucking accident companies alone. Their adjusters are trained to protect their bottom line and their future. You need someone who can look out for you.
Contact William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. today at 714-602-6990 or visit our Santa Ana office. We’ve been fighting trucking companies since 1985, and we’re ready to fight for you.
