Learn why truck accident cases in Wisconsin are more complex than car crashes and how Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin helps victims pursue maximum compensation from negligent trucking companies.
When a semi-truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the results are often catastrophic. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds — more than 20 times the weight of a typical car. In a crash, that kind of force can cause devastating injuries or even death.
But beyond the physical damage, truck accident cases are legally far more complex than standard car accidents. Multiple parties may share responsibility, federal regulations come into play, and trucking companies often have aggressive legal teams working to protect their profits.
At Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin, we’ve been representing injured victims and families since 1990. Our attorneys know how to take on large corporations and insurance companies to secure justice for those harmed by negligent trucking operations.
Here’s why truck accident cases are different — and why having an experienced Wisconsin truck accident lawyer can make all the difference.
One of the main reasons truck accident cases are more complicated is because the trucking industry is governed by strict federal and state regulations.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets detailed rules designed to keep the public safe, including:
When any of these rules are broken, it can establish negligence and liability. However, proving those violations requires access to company records, driver logs, and electronic data — information that trucking companies are often reluctant to share.
That’s where an experienced law firm like Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin steps in, using subpoenas and expert analysis to uncover the truth.
Unlike a typical car accident between two drivers, truck crashes often involve several liable parties. These may include:
Each of these parties may have separate insurance policies and defense attorneys, all working to avoid blame. Determining who is responsible — and to what degree — requires deep investigation and legal expertise.
At Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin, we know how to trace responsibility up the chain to ensure every negligent party is held accountable.
The trucking industry is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise. When a crash happens, corporate defendants act fast to protect their financial interests. They often dispatch investigators to the scene within hours — long before victims even leave the hospital.
These investigators gather evidence that helps the company’s defense, not the injured victim. In some cases, they even attempt to repair or remove the vehicle before an independent inspection can occur.
Insurance carriers representing trucking companies also use aggressive tactics, such as:
This is why you need a law firm prepared to fight back immediately. Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin begins each case with the mindset of going to trial, not settling cheaply. That preparation gives clients the upper hand from day one.
Truck crashes produce far more evidence than car accidents — and much of it is technical.
Some key types of evidence include:
Collecting and interpreting this data requires technical knowledge and expert assistance. Trucking companies are legally required to retain certain records only for limited periods — sometimes as little as six months — so time is of the essence.
Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin acts quickly to preserve this evidence before it disappears, ensuring no detail is lost.
The size and weight of commercial trucks mean that collisions often cause life-altering injuries, such as:
These injuries frequently require long-term medical care, rehabilitation, and assistive devices — costs that can reach hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars.
Our attorneys work closely with medical experts and financial planners to calculate not just your current expenses, but also your future medical and financial needs, ensuring your settlement covers the full impact of your injuries.
Truck accident cases may involve both federal and state laws, depending on where the crash occurred and the trucking company’s operations. A Wisconsin crash involving an out-of-state trucker may require navigating multiple jurisdictions, insurance carriers, and court systems.
Understanding how to file claims across these legal boundaries requires a law firm with experience in both state personal injury law and federal transportation regulations — expertise that Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin brings to every case.
Even in truck accident cases, Wisconsin’s comparative negligence rule applies. If a victim is found partially at fault, their recovery may be reduced.
Trucking companies often exploit this law by arguing that a car driver “cut off” a truck, “braked suddenly,” or “failed to stay in their lane.”
Our firm’s approach is to gather detailed evidence, expert testimony, and accident reconstruction analysis to minimize any claim of shared fault and protect your full right to compensation.
Because truck accident injuries are typically severe, the potential damages are much higher. Compensation may include:
The higher the potential payout, the harder trucking companies and insurers fight to reduce or deny it. Having skilled trial attorneys ensures your claim reflects the true value of your losses, not what an insurance company deems “acceptable.”
Truck accident litigation requires resources, technical knowledge, and persistence. Smaller law firms may not have the financial capacity to take on national trucking corporations and their insurers.
At Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin, we have the tools and experience needed to handle complex trucking cases — including expert witnesses, forensic analysts, and investigators. We’ve successfully represented victims in some of the most challenging cases across the state, proving that no defendant is too large or powerful to be held accountable.
Since 1990, our attorneys have helped victims and families recover over $100 million in verdicts and settlements. We are proud to represent people, not corporations, and to stand up for those who can’t stand up for themselves.
We prepare every case for trial, giving us leverage in negotiations and ensuring our clients receive maximum compensation.
When you choose Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin, you choose a firm that:
We fight not just for financial recovery, but for justice and accountability, helping make Wisconsin’s roads safer for everyone.
Truck accident cases are not just bigger versions of car crashes — they’re far more complex, involving multiple defendants, federal laws, technical evidence, and massive corporate opposition.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a Wisconsin truck accident, you need a law firm with the experience, resources, and determination to take on the trucking industry and win.
Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin has spent over three decades doing exactly that. We know how to uncover violations, prove negligence, and fight relentlessly for the compensation you deserve.
