Tacoma Truck Accident Lawyer – Strong Law Attorneys
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How a Tacoma Truck Accident Lawyer Helps Victims of Serious Crashes
Being hit by a semi-truck or other commercial vehicle on Interstate 5, SR-16, or near the Port of Tacoma is very different from a typical car accident.
Commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, and collisions often cause catastrophic injuries or death in seconds.
Our Tacoma truck accident lawyers help victims pursue compensation for severe injuries while holding trucking companies, carriers, and other responsible parties accountable.
Because truck crashes involve federal regulations, commercial insurance policies, and multiple liable parties, these cases require a different legal approach.
Watch: Why statements after a truck accident can harm your claim — and what to do instead.
For other crashes, see our Tacoma car accident or motorcycle accident pages.
If you are searching for a Tacoma semi-truck accident lawyer or a trusted Tacoma truck accident attorney, our firm is ready to help.
Why Truck Accident Cases Are More Complex Than Car Accidents
Truck accident claims are fundamentally different from passenger-vehicle crashes.
In addition to the driver, these cases often involve trucking companies, vehicle owners, cargo loaders, maintenance contractors, and manufacturers.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations govern how trucks are operated, maintained, and monitored.
Violations of these rules, including hours-of-service limits and electronic logging device requirements, can play a critical role in proving liability.
Why Tacoma Truck Accidents Cause Devastating Injuries
Commercial vehicles can legally weigh up to 80,000 pounds and often carry hazardous or oversized cargo.
When a tractor-trailer collides with a passenger vehicle, the forces involved are extreme.
Federal hours-of-service rules require drivers to rest at least 10 hours before driving and limit driving to 11 hours within a 14-hour window.
Despite these regulations, fatigue, tight delivery schedules, and distracted driving still contribute to serious crashes throughout Pierce County.
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Why Choose Our Tacoma Truck Accident Attorneys
- Commercial case experience: We handle complex trucking claims involving federal regulations and corporate defendants.
- Local knowledge: Our Tacoma-based team understands Pierce County courts and insurers.
- Insurance-defense insight: Our attorneys know how trucking insurers minimize payouts and how to counter them.
- No upfront fees: You pay nothing unless we recover compensation.
- Full-service representation: We manage investigations, experts, and medical liens.
For life-altering injuries, visit our Tacoma catastrophic injury page.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Tacoma
- Driver fatigue: Hours-of-service violations and inadequate rest.
- Distracted or impaired driving: Alcohol, drugs, or mobile device use.
- Speeding and aggressive driving: Excess speed increases stopping distance.
- Improper cargo loading: Shifting or overloaded freight.
- Mechanical failure: Brake, tire, or steering defects.
- Weather and road hazards: Fog, rain, and construction zones.
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Truck Accident Injuries and Compensation
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Crush injuries and amputations
- Severe burns
- Internal organ damage
- Wrongful death
Damages Available in Truck Accident Cases
- Past and future medical care
- Long-term rehabilitation
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability
- Wrongful-death damages for surviving families
For head injuries, see our Tacoma brain injury page.
How Liability Is Determined After a Truck Accident
Truck accident cases often involve multiple liable parties.
- The truck driver
- The trucking company
- The vehicle owner
- Cargo loaders or shippers
- Maintenance contractors
- Parts manufacturers
We analyze driver logs, electronic logging device data, maintenance records, dispatch instructions, and black-box data to identify every responsible party.
Washington follows a pure comparative fault system under RCW 4.22.070.
Washington Law and Federal Trucking Regulations
Most truck accident claims must be filed within three years under RCW 4.16.080.
FMCSA regulations limit driving time, mandate rest periods, and impose weekly hour caps.
Violations of these federal rules can be used as evidence of negligence in a truck accident case.
If a fatal crash occurred, see our Tacoma wrongful death page.
Steps to Take After a Tacoma Truck Accident
- Call 911 and seek medical care.
- Document the scene and vehicles.
- Collect driver, carrier, and USDOT information.
- Avoid recorded statements.
- Contact a Tacoma truck accident lawyer promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tacoma Truck Accidents
Who can be held liable?
Drivers, trucking companies, shippers, maintenance providers, and manufacturers may all be responsible.
What if I am partly at fault?
Washington’s comparative-fault law allows recovery even if you share responsibility.
How long do truck accident cases take?
Complex cases may take longer due to multiple defendants and large insurers.
What does it cost to hire Strong Law?
We work on a contingency-fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation.
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