# San Diego truck accident lawyer

> Injured in a truck accident in San Diego? Hollingsworth & Hollingsworth holds trucking companies accountable and pursues full compensation. Free consultation. Se habla espanol.

URL: https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/truck-accident/

Truck accident

A loaded tractor-trailer can weigh many times more than a car, so a truck crash often means serious injuries and a complicated claim. We investigate hard, identify everyone responsible, and pursue the full compensation you are owed.

## Help after a San Diego truck accident

Trucks keep the region moving, but their size makes them dangerous. When a heavy rig collides with a
passenger vehicle, the people in the smaller vehicle often bear the worst of it, with injuries that can
include brain trauma, spinal cord damage, and amputations. If you have been hurt in a crash involving a
truck, you do not have to face the trucking company and its insurer alone.

These cases reward thorough investigation. We work to determine whether the driver, the trucking company,
or another party failed to follow safety rules, and we move quickly to preserve evidence such as driver
logs, maintenance records, and electronic data before it disappears. Our firm has represented injured
workers and accident victims since 1985.

## How we build your case

We hold trucking companies accountable when they put schedules and profits ahead of safety. That means
identifying every responsible party, documenting the full extent of your injuries and losses, and pursuing
maximum compensation, whether through settlement or trial. Even if you believe you were partly at fault,
you may still be able to recover under California's comparative fault rules. We work on contingency, so
there is no fee unless we recover for you.

Common questions

## Truck accident FAQs

### Why do I need a truck accident lawyer?

Truck cases are more complex than ordinary car crashes. It may not be clear whether the driver, the trucking company, a maintenance provider, or the cargo loader is at fault, and several may share responsibility. We help clients hold the right parties accountable and pursue the full value of their losses with a strategy built around the facts of the case.

### What are common causes of commercial truck accidents?

Frequent factors include driver fatigue, distracted driving, poor weather and road conditions, speeding or reckless driving, and driving under the influence. Pressure to meet deadlines sometimes leads drivers or companies to cut corners on safety rules, which can make a crash far more likely.

### Whose fault is it when a truck hits a car?

Fault depends on the details. Who had the right of way, whether the truck was speeding, whether the driver ran a signal, road and weather conditions, and the truck's maintenance history all matter. An experienced attorney can review the evidence, including driver logs and vehicle data, to determine who is likely responsible.

### What should I do after a truck accident?

Make sure you and your passengers are safe and call 911 for medical help if needed. Report the crash to the police and ask for a report. If it is safe, take photos and video and collect the names and numbers of any witnesses. This information helps confirm what happened and build a strong case.

### How long do I have to file a truck accident claim in California?

California sets deadlines for injury claims, and they can be short. Most injury claims run two years from the date of the crash, but claims involving a government entity can be as short as six months. Because missing the deadline can end your right to recover, contact an attorney as soon as possible. [CONFIRM: confirm the deadline that applies to your claim]

## Related practice areas

- [Car accident](https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/car-accident/): Help after a collision.
- [Personal injury](https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/personal-injury/): Injuries from others' negligence.
- [Catastrophic accident](https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/catastrophic-accident/): Life-changing injuries.

## Contact
- Phone: (619) 810-1427
- Email: info@2hlaw.com
- Free consultation: https://www.2hlaw.com/contact/