Truck Accident Lawyer in New Jersey
A crash with a tractor-trailer, box truck, or other commercial truck can change your life in seconds. Barreto Law Firm helps injured people in New Jersey understand who may be responsible and what their options are.
What should I do after a truck accident in New Jersey?
Call 911 and get medical care first, even if you feel fine. Then photograph the scene, vehicles, and any company name or DOT number on the truck, and collect witness details. Keep all medical bills and insurance letters, and speak with a New Jersey truck accident lawyer before giving a recorded statement to an insurer.
Truck Accident Lawyer in New Jersey
New Jersey • Rockaway Township Office
Parties we look at
The truck driver
The trucking company or employer
The owner or lessor of the truck or trailer
Maintenance, repair, or cargo-loading companies
Records that can help
Police report and witness information
Driver logs and dispatch records
Truck electronic data and dashcam footage
Inspection and maintenance records
Why Truck Accident Claims Are Different
Truck crashes often involve more serious injuries and more parties than a typical car accident.
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More serious injuries
The size and weight of a truck can lead to severe injuries, long recoveries, and large medical and income losses.
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More than one responsible party
Depending on the facts, the driver, trucking company, vehicle owner, maintenance provider, or cargo loader may need to be reviewed.
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Time-sensitive evidence
Driver logs, electronic data, and maintenance records may be kept only for a limited time, so acting early can matter.
Truck Accident FAQs
What kinds of trucks are involved in these accidents?
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They can include tractor-trailers, box trucks, dump trucks, tankers, flatbeds, and delivery trucks. For crashes involving delivery vans and company vehicles, see our delivery truck and commercial fleet accident page.
Who can be held responsible for a truck accident?
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It depends on the facts. The driver, the trucking company, the vehicle owner, or a maintenance or cargo company may share responsibility. A lawyer can review the evidence to see who may be involved.
How long do I have to file a truck accident claim in New Jersey?
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New Jersey generally sets a two-year deadline for many personal injury claims, but exceptions exist, and claims involving public entities can have much shorter deadlines. Do not assume a deadline. Ask an attorney to check the rules for your case.
What compensation may be available after a truck crash?
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Depending on the case, it may include medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses. Every case is different, and no result can be guaranteed.
Our office is in Rockaway Township, and we help clients across New Jersey, including Rockaway, Dover, Morristown, Denville, and Randolph. Related: car accidents and catastrophic injuries.