Truck Accidents

Truck Accident Attorney in Riverside

Personalized Counsel for Complex Commercial Vehicle Claims

Truck accident claims require a focused investigation, careful damage assessment, and direct communication with responsible parties and insurers. At Najera Law Group, APC, we represent injured drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and families in Riverside, Corona, and throughout Southern California.

Founding attorney E. Steve Najera is a former public defender with more than 25 years of legal experience and a proven trial background. We provide compassionate, personalized counsel based on each client’s injuries, circumstances, and goals.

Speak with our truck accident lawyer serving Riverside about what happened and your options. Call (951) 821-4647 to request a free consultation.

How We Investigate & Pursue Truck Accident Claims

Once we accept a case, we investigate how the collision occurred and identify the records needed to evaluate the claim. Drivers, businesses, insurers, and other parties may control relevant evidence, making prompt collection and preservation important.

Depending on the circumstances, our representation may include:

Investigating the accident: We examine the available facts and circumstances surrounding the collision.
Collecting evidence: We work to obtain and preserve materials relevant to the claim.
Reviewing records: We may obtain medical records and accident reports.
Consulting appropriate professionals: We may consult qualified professionals when their analysis is relevant to the case.
Handling claim communications: We communicate with insurers, assess damages, and negotiate toward a potential resolution.

Every claim develops differently. We tailor our approach to the available evidence, documented losses, and client’s objectives rather than applying a generic strategy.

Consultation Options & Contingency-Fee Representation

We offer free consultations for personal injury clients, including virtual consultations for those who can’t meet in person. Spanish-speaking staff are available to explain the consultation process and assist clients in communicating with our firm.

Personal injury clients don’t pay attorney’s fees unless we obtain a recovery, subject to the terms of the representation agreement. Our contact form is available for clients who prefer to reach us online.

Discuss the evidence, deadlines, and next steps in your potential claim with an 18-wheeler accident attorney serving Riverside. Call (951) 821-4647 to schedule your free consultation.

Liability & Evidence in a Truck Accident Claim

Liability may extend beyond the person driving the truck. Depending on the facts, a claim may involve a trucking company or vehicle owner, a maintenance provider or cargo-related party, and any other entity whose conduct contributed to the collision.

An investigation may examine several categories of evidence:

Driver logs and hours-of-service records
Electronic or black box data
Vehicle maintenance and inspection records
Police or other accident reports
Other records or physical evidence connected to the collision

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration hours-of-service rules limit how long many property-carrying commercial truck drivers may operate. A driver generally may not drive more than 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty or continue beyond the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty.

The rules also generally require a 30-minute break after eight cumulative hours of driving. Weekly on-duty time is capped at 60 hours in seven days or 70 hours in eight days, depending on the carrier’s operating schedule. Evidence of a violation can be relevant when determining fault, although its significance depends on the circumstances of the crash.

Compensation, Shared Fault & California Deadlines

A truck accident claim may seek compensation for documented losses, including:

Medical expenses
Lost wages
Diminished earning capacity
Pain and suffering

The potential amount depends on liability, available coverage, and the nature and extent of the losses.

California applies pure comparative negligence, which permits an injured person to recover compensation even when partly responsible. Any recovery is reduced by that person’s percentage of fault. For example, a person assigned 20% of the fault would generally have an award reduced by 20%.

California generally allows two years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. Different rules may apply when a California government entity is involved. An administrative claim may be required in as little as six months before a lawsuit can proceed, so waiting can affect the available options.

Deadlines and fault disputes are fact-specific. For Riverside clients, we review the timing, available records, and potentially responsible parties before recommending the next step.

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Highly Recommend.
“Not only did I feel prioritized I also felt heard. I struggled finding a lawyer to help with my case and while other lawyers told me to “just give up” Najera Law Group encouraged me to keep going with my case and has gotten me the results neede”

- Alyssa H.
Responsive & Always Professional.
“I felt confident attending my hearing knowing what my rights were. I recommend Steve for anyone looking for a Family Attorney. He also speaks fluent Spanish too.”

- Love K.
Extremely Knowledgeable, Confident & Professional.
“Always very responsive when I had questions outside of our meetings. He got me what I wanted! His legal representation restored my faith in the justice system.”

- Rene O.
Te Dan Mucha Confianza.
“Me pareció un excelente grupo de abogados te dan mucha confianza.”

- Blanca Alday C.
Phone Calls & Messages Immediately Returned.
“He was very professional and showed up to court on time and was always prepared. Phone calls and messages were immediately returned and all questions were answered. Mr. Najera takes the time to address questions or concerns. I highly recommend Mr. Najera f”

- Christina A.
Prompt & Sound Legal Advice.
“Mr. Najera pulled through on a emergency court hearing. We are thankful for his help.”

- Adam B.
Professional & Courteous.
“Attorney Steve Najera is professional and courteous. He answered all my questions and made me feel at ease. He has compassion and took time to listen to my case.”

- JoJo P.
Skilled, Well-Experienced Lawyer.
“I also should mention that he has a great team behind his back with a service app that you can send any questions to if you get any and they respond right away even if they are closed at the time of asking the question they always made sure to get back to”

- Abanoub H.
Professionalism Was Stellar.
“Steve is highly knowledgeable, making sure to educate me along the way; he did not make me feel incompetent. His professionalism was stellar, with a passion for justice.”

- Nathan B.

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