When trucking companies put profits over safety,
we put people first - and we fight to get you justice.
An accident with an 18-wheeler isn't like a regular car crash. Semi-trucks weigh up to 80,000 pounds, and when they collide with smaller vehicles, the results are often devastating-catastrophic injuries, permanent disability, or even wrongful death. Trucking companies and their insurers move fast to protect themselves, not the victims. At Jungle Law, we stand with injured individuals and families, fighting back against negligent drivers, reckless companies, and those who abuse the roads.
Comprehensive Legal Help for
Trucking Accidents
18-wheeler accident cases are complex. They involve state traffic laws, federal trucking regulations, and powerful defense strategies backed by corporate insurers.
Our team knows how to navigate them all, including:
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR): Rules that govern truck drivers' hours, weight limits, maintenance, and safety standards.
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Negligence & Liability: Holding drivers and trucking companies accountable for reckless driving, fatigued operation, or failure to follow safety rules.
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Employer Responsibility: Trucking companies may be liable for accidents caused by their employees, unsafe practices, or negligent hiring and training.
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Insurance Battles: Trucking insurers have teams of lawyers working to minimize payouts. We know their tactics - and how to counter them.
We know the rules. We know the loopholes. And we know how to prove when your rights have been violated.
Types of Truck Accident Claims We Handle
We represent injury victims and families in cases involving:
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Distracted Driving - cell phone use, texting, or logbook tampering.
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Driver Fatigue - truckers pushing beyond federal hours-of-service limits. failure to follow safety rules.
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Driving Under the Influence - drugs, alcohol, or stimulants to stay awake.
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Improper Maintenance - brake failures, tire blowouts, or unsafe trailers.
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Overloaded or Unsecured Cargo – leading to rollovers, jackknifes, and road hazards.
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Wrongful Death - when families lose loved ones in a trucking crash.
Every case is unique, and every survivor's story deserves to be heard.
Common Causes of 18-Wheeler Accidents
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Our investigations often uncover:
• Speeding and aggressive driving
• Ignoring weather or road conditions
• Failure to check blind spots
• Skipping required rest breaks
• Negligent hiring or lack of driver training
• Trucking companies pressuring drivers to meet unsafe deadlines
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These aren't "accidents.” They're preventable tragedies caused by negligence - and we help you hold trucking companies and drivers accountable.
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Federal & State Personal Injury Protections
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• Filing Deadlines: Personal injury claims are subject to strict statutes of limitation, which vary by state. Acting quickly is essential.
• Comparative Fault: Even if you're partially at fault, you may still recover damages depending on your state's laws.
• Damages Victims May Recover: Medical bills, lost wages, future medical care, pain and suffering, loss of earning capacity, wrongful death damages, and punitive damages in egregious cases.
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Steps to Take After an 18-Wheeler Accident
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Get medical help immediately. Your health comes first.
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Document everything. Photos of the scene, police reports, medical records, and witness information.
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Do not talk to the trucking company or their insurer. Their goal is to minimize your claim.
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Call Jungle Law. We move quickly to preserve evidence, obtain black box data, and protect your rights.
