Introduction

By Kari Law Group, PLLC

📍 Richmond Hill, NY | ☎️ (718) 395-1818 | ✉️ info@karilaw.com

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When a crash involves an 18-wheeler, a delivery truck, or any large commercial vehicle, the consequences are never minor.

In New York, trucking accidents cause devastating injuries — and fighting for fair compensation means taking on trucking companies, insurers, and corporate lawyers all at once.

At Kari Law Group, PLLC, we know how to handle complex truck accident claims — and we know how to win.

Here’s what you need to know if you’ve been hurt in a truck crash.

Why Truck Accident Cases Are Different (and Harder)

Truck accidents aren’t like regular car crashes. Here’s why:

• Bigger injuries: The weight and force involved usually cause severe injuries (head trauma, spinal injuries, fractures).

• More parties involved: You might be suing not just the driver, but also the trucking company, maintenance providers, manufacturers, or even shippers.

• Special federal and state regulations: Truckers and trucking companies must follow strict rules — and violations often cause accidents.

• Stronger insurance defenses: Trucking companies have powerful insurers and legal teams trained to minimize payouts.

This makes truck accidents harder to investigate, prove, and fight — unless you have a lawyer who knows the playbook.

What to Do Immediately After a Truck Accident

If you or a loved one is involved in a trucking crash, every step you take matters.

Here’s what you should do:

1. Call 911 immediately. Get emergency help and make sure a police report is created.

2. Seek medical attention. Don’t tough it out — many injuries (especially internal injuries) aren’t visible right away.

3. Document the scene. Take photos of all vehicles, the truck's DOT number, cargo, skid marks, road conditions, debris, and your injuries.

4. Get driver and company information. Write down the truck driver’s name, employer, license number, insurance company, and any details about the load.

5. Preserve evidence. Trucking companies are required by law to maintain:

• Driver logs (Hours of Service)

• Vehicle maintenance records

• Black box/Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data

• Delivery schedules We move fast to subpoena these records before they’re destroyed.

6. Call an experienced truck accident attorney. Do NOT negotiate with insurers yourself — they are trained to reduce your case value from day one.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents We Investigate

• Driver fatigue (exceeding legal hours of service limits)

• Distracted driving (cell phone use, GPS)

• Poor truck maintenance (bad brakes, worn tires)

• Overloaded or improperly loaded cargo

• Speeding or reckless driving

• Drug and alcohol use

• Negligent hiring or supervision by the trucking company

• Equipment failure or defective truck parts

Many trucking companies cut corners to meet deadlines — and you pay the price when they do.

We dig deep into every possible cause to build the strongest case.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

If you’ve been hurt in a truck accident, you may be entitled to recover:

• All medical expenses: ER visits, surgeries, rehab, ongoing therapy.

• Lost wages and lost future earning capacity.

• Pain and suffering: Physical pain, emotional distress, PTSD.

• Property damage: Repairs or replacement of your vehicle.

• Loss of enjoyment of life: For permanent injuries or lifestyle changes.

• Punitive damages: In cases of extreme negligence (like drunk driving).

In truck accident cases, settlements and verdicts are often much higher than in standard car accidents — but only if the case is built properly.

How Kari Law Group, PLLC Handles Truck Accident Claims

At Kari Law Group, we don’t just file claims — we investigate aggressively.

Here’s how we work:

• Preserve critical evidence fast (logbooks, maintenance reports, truck black box data)

• Hire expert witnesses (accident reconstructionists, trucking safety experts, economists)

• Prove trucking violations and negligence clearly

• Negotiate tough with insurers — and prepare every case like it’s going to trial

We don’t accept lowball settlements.

We fight for the maximum compensation you deserve — even if it means going all the way to court.

How Long Do You Have to File a Truck Accident Claim?

n New York, the general statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the date of the accident.

But critical evidence (like truck logs and black box data) can disappear much sooner — sometimes within weeks.

Don’t wait.

Contact a lawyer as soon as possible to protect your right to full compensation.

Injured in a Truck Accident? Let’s Talk.

When you’re up against a trucking company and their insurers, you need a legal team that won’t blink.

At Kari Law Group, PLLC, we treat you like family — and we fight for you like it’s personal.

📍 Kari Law Group, PLLC

86-11 Lefferts Blvd, Suite #7

Richmond Hill, NY 11418

📞 (718) 395-1818

✉️ info@karilaw.com

🌐 www.karilaw.com

Big trucks cause big problems. We deliver big results.