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When an 18-wheeler hits you on a Los Angeles freeway, everything stops. Your car’s totaled. You’re hurt. You might be out of work. Bills start to pile up before you’ve even had time to process what happened.
This is where the Law Offices of Adrianos Facchetti can help. We focus on serious cases involving semi-trucks and commercial vehicles. These accidents aren’t like regular fender benders they’re more complex, and often more serious. You need someone who knows how trucking companies operate, how insurers think, and how LA traffic law actually works.
We don’t just handle paperwork. We help you figure out your next move, make sure you get proper medical care, and fight to get every dollar you’re owed.
If you're searching for a Los Angeles truck accident lawyer who knows the city, the roads, and the law you're in the right place. Let's get started.
Why Truck Accidents in LA Are Different
Driving in LA is already tough. Add in semi-trucks trying to hit deadlines on packed freeways and it gets dangerous fast. When these commercial trucks crash, the damage can be serious not just to your car, but to your body and your life.
These aren't simple accidents between two small vehicles. The trucking industry is layered with rules, companies, and insurance teams all trying to protect their bottom line. That means truck accident victims often get pushed around or underpaid.
If a family of four gets hit by a semi that blew a red light in Koreatown, it’s not just about fixing a car. They could be dealing with spinal cord injuries, missed work, emotional distress, and months of rehab. Having the right legal team means they won’t have to face the insurance company alone.
An experienced truck accident lawyer knows how to sort out who's at fault and make sure you get fair compensation for medical bills, property damage, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering.
What To Do After a Truck Accident in Los Angeles
If you’ve just been in a crash with a commercial truck, your head’s probably spinning. But even a few quick actions can protect you later.
Get checked by a doctor even if you feel okay. Some injuries show up hours or days later. If you can, take photos of the scene and your car. Get the names of any witnesses.
And before you talk to the trucking company or their insurance team, talk to a lawyer. A police report and some early photos can make a big difference when it’s time to file your truck accident claim.
Who Is Liable in a Semi-Truck Accident in Los Angeles?
In many personal injury claims, you’re dealing with one person and one policy. With commercial truck accidents, it’s more complicated. Several people might be responsible for the crash and they all have legal teams trying to dodge blame.
Was it the truck driver who was speeding? Was the trucking company pushing their schedule too hard? Did someone skip a safety check? Or did a parts manufacturer install faulty brakes?
A skilled Los Angeles Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer will dig into the records, the training, the maintenance logs everything to find the negligent party. Because only then can you get the compensation you deserve for lost wages, medical expenses, and emotional damages.
And if your case involves wrongful death or catastrophic injuries, proving who’s liable is even more critical. That’s how you hold the right people accountable and secure financial compensation that actually covers what you’ve lost.
Common Causes of Semi-Truck Accidents in Los Angeles
These crashes often come down to more than just driver error. Behind many accidents is a chain of poor decisions or overlooked rules by the driver, the trucking company, or others involved.
- Violations of hours-of-service rules
Some truck drivers push past legal limits to meet tight delivery windows. A driver falling asleep at the wheel after 12+ hours on the road isn’t just tired they’re a danger to everyone around them. - Driving while distracted or impaired
Whether it’s texting, adjusting a GPS, or something more serious like substance use, losing focus in a semi-truck can mean the difference between a close call and a major accident. We’ve seen crashes where a driver drifted into a lane while checking their phone and hit a family in a passenger car. - Speeding and reckless lane changes
Trucks can’t stop or swerve like smaller vehicles. A semi doing 70 mph on the 110 can’t just brake when traffic slows. One client was hit when a truck jumped lanes to avoid slowing down, causing a multi-car collision. - Brake failure or tire blowouts
Some accidents happen because the vehicle itself wasn’t maintained. A tire blowout on a fuel truck or brake failure on a downhill stretch can be disastrous especially when that maintenance was skipped to save time or money. - Poorly balanced or overloaded cargo
A top-heavy load or improperly secured freight can cause a trailer to tip or sway. In one case, a cargo trailer overturned during a sudden turn on the 5, smashing into two other cars. The loaders not the driver were found to be the ones at fault. - Bad weather or low visibility
Rain, fog, or even LA smog can reduce visibility, especially for high-sitting trucks. But when drivers or companies don’t adjust speed or spacing for conditions, accidents happen fast and can easily involve multiple vehicles.
Each of these factors can change who’s responsible, and what kind of compensation is possible. That’s why a closer look at how the crash happened is always step one.
Common Injuries From Truck Accidents
When a truck hits a passenger vehicle, the injuries can be life-altering. Not because the car was small but because these trucks are just that heavy. You can do everything right and still walk away from a wreck with serious damage to your body and your life.
We’ve seen clients suffer everything from broken bones and concussions to spinal cord injuries that change how they live every day. These injuries aren’t just painful they cost time, money, and sometimes the ability to enjoy the things you used to love.
Picture someone rear-ended by a delivery truck while waiting at a stoplight. The crash shatters their tailbone, and they now need months of physical therapy just to sit comfortably at work again. Or a rider who ends up with internal bleeding after a tow truck swerves into their lane on the 10. These injuries often need surgery, rehab, and long-term care and those bills don’t wait.
In some cases, the trauma goes beyond the physical. Emotional trauma, anxiety, and sleep issues are real. We’ve helped people include loss of enjoyment, emotional distress, and other non-economic damages in their truck accident claims, because those are real losses too.
Why Choose Our LA Truck Accident Lawyers
If you’ve been hit by a commercial truck a utility truck, a big rig, or even a contractor’s van you’re probably already dealing with a lot. Hospital bills, missed paychecks, calls from insurance companies. You want someone who knows what to do and how to get results.
Our team has extensive experience handling trucking accidents across LA, Orange County, Riverside, and San Bernardino. We don’t take shortcuts. We dig into maintenance logs, GPS data, company training records whatever it takes to hold the parties responsible.
We also work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay anything unless we win. No pocket expenses. No bills upfront. Just a team focused on getting you a fair settlement for your medical costs, your lost time, and the damage done to your quality of life.
You won’t find cookie-cutter service here. We treat every case like it’s personal, because to you, it is.
FAQs - What LA Victims Need to Know
How long do I have to file a claim in California?
You’ve got two years from the date of the crash. Miss that, and your chance to file a personal injury claim is gone. We always recommend starting sooner it’s easier to get evidence like traffic camera footage, eyewitness statements, and official reports when the crash is still fresh.
What if I was partly at fault?
California uses comparative negligence. That means even if you were partly to blame, you can still recover money. Say you were 20% at fault and your total damages were $100,000 you could still walk away with $80,000. It’s about fair responsibility, not all or nothing.
Do truck accident cases go to court?
Most don’t. Most get settled. But here’s the thing: your law firm needs to be ready for trial, because that’s what keeps insurance providers honest. If they know you’re prepared to fight in court, they’re more likely to offer a fair settlement during the negotiation process.
How much are settlements usually worth?
There’s no flat rate it depends on how bad the injuries are, how much work you missed, and how the accident affected your life. We’ve helped injured clients in serious semi truck accidents recover from $100,000 to well over a million. That includes compensation for hospital bills, future losses, property damage claims, and emotional toll like loss of enjoyment.
What kind of evidence helps the most?
Photos of the accident scene, skid marks, crush injuries, traffic rule violations, dashcam video, traffic camera footage, the official police report even notes from your doctor. The more info we have, the better we can build your injury claim.
What if it was a government truck or involved hazardous materials?
You can still file, but the process is different. If a city vehicle, utility truck, or hazardous cargo trailer is involved, there may be shorter time limits and different rules. We’ve handled cases against both private companies and government entities.
Speak With a Los Angeles Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer Today
If you’re dealing with the fallout from a truck crash medical bills, a wrecked car, time off work you don’t have to sort it out alone.
Our team brings years of experience with commercial vehicle accidents, from freeway pileups to rear-end collisions involving heavy vehicles like dump trucks or delivery vans. We understand the traffic laws, the red tape, and the tactics insurers use to delay or underpay.
We work on a contingency basis, meaning we only get paid if you win. You don’t need to worry about hourly fees or bills piling up just focus on recovery. We'll handle the accident investigation, negotiate your injury claim, and fight to get you rightful compensation for everything from internal injuries to rental car expenses.
Call now or send us a message. We're available 24/7 and serve clients across LA, San Bernardino, and beyond. Even if you're not sure whether you have a case, we’ll give you straight answers no pressure, just real help.
