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Philadelphia Truck Accident Lawyer

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A Philadelphia truck accident lawyer at the Wieand Law Firm can help if you were seriously injured in a collision. Tragically, the number of commercial trucking accidents is on the rise in the United States. There is no question the risk presented by commercial vehicles such as freight carriers and eighteen-wheelers is great and often deadly. A big rig truck’s massive size and weight creates an unacceptable danger to other vehicles on the road when not properly operated or maintained.

If you have been injured in a commercial vehicle accident and need a Philadelphia truck accident lawyer, the Wieand Law Firm can help. We can help determine the factual cause of trucking accident based on a thorough examination of the evidence and witness interviews. To prove your case we work with trucking experts who will sort through all the details of the crash uncover any violations and negligence on the part of the truck driver and trucking company.

Hire an Experienced Philadelphia Trucking Accident Attorney

Proving truck driver negligence is no easy task for someone without intimate knowledge of trucking regulations. A Philadelphia truck accident lawyer at Wieand Law Firm has the legal knowledge and experience to win tough trucking accident cases. We know the tricks insurance companies use to try and settle with truck accident victims for drastically less money than they deserve. We won’t stop fighting until you are fully compensated for the harm caused.

If you’re involved in a truck accident in Philadelphia, never negotiate with an insurance company, trucking company or truck owner before speaking to an experienced truck accident lawyer. The Wieand Law Firm can help you evaluate the value of your case and get you maximum compensation for your injuries. We work hard to hold the parties at fault accountable for the injuries and harm caused by their negligent or reckless driving.

Call the Wieand Law Firm at (215) 666-7777 for a completely free and confidential legal consultation. We know the laws that trucking companies need to follow and can quickly determine if the driver or trucking company violated federal or state regulations.

Causes of Commercial Trucking Crashes

Truck accident attorneys know that a collision may arise due to a variety of unsafe circumstances, conditions, and behaviors. Some of the most common causes of truck accidents include:

DUI / Drugs / Alcohol

Its common knowledge that driving while impaired due to alcohol and drugs can alter perception, cognitive behavior, coordination and attention that is needed for safe driving. A semi or large commercial truck speeding down a road with an impaired truck driver behind the wheel is a frightening accident waiting to happen. If a commercial truck driver injures or kills a person while they have alcohol or drugs in their system, a Philadelphia truck accident lawyer can help you seek punitive damages for the gross negligence and recklessness.

Truck Driver Fatigue

According to the Department, truck driver fatigue is a leading factor in the roughly 4,000 fatal large truck accidents that occur each year. Driver fatigue can be caused by any number of reasons, including lack of sleep, driving too many hours without adequate time off, driving too many consecutive hours and pressure to deliver loads.


Under the 34-hour restart rule, a driver is required to have at least two periods of rest between 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. The purpose these changes was to reduce the average maximum week a driver could work from 82 hours to 70 hours. A truck accident lawyer in Philadelphia can investigate whether a truck crashed because the driver was overworked and fatigued.

Truck Tire Blowouts / Tread Burn

A truck accident lawyer can help you determine if an accident was caused by worn or defective tires. Tire blowouts are a common cause of truck accidents. Many times tire failure on a semi, big rig, or 18-wheeler truck results from the trucker drivers negligent failure to do a careful inspection and make needed repairs. A truck’s tires are a critical part of its equipment. Before a truck driver starts a job, whether it will be a long distance haul or short trip, the tires should be inspected. Some of the most common tire issues experienced by truck drivers include burnt treads (tread burn), tread separation, tire blowouts, under-inflated tires, bent rims and overheated tires.

Poor Truck Maintenance


Speeding Trucks

When a huge truck is barreling down the road at a high speed it is a terrifying accident waiting to happen as large trucks cannot turn or stop as quickly as smaller vehicles on the road. The US Department of Labor data shows that large trucks exceeding the speed limit was a factor in 22 percent of the fatal crashes. A trucking accident attorney can help you hold reckless drivers accountable for their actions

Aggressive Driving

Aggressive driving has become a serious problem on highways and Philadelphia roads. Contact a Philadelphia truck accident lawyer immediately if you were injured by an aggressive driver.


Overloaded Trucks or Trailers



Inadequate Reflective Tape


Improperly Loaded Trucks / Loads that Shift Weight


Faulty Brakes



Underride can be the most devastating type of truck accident and is the cause of the most fatalities. Underride occurs when a smaller automobile collides with a truck and, due to the difference in height, continues under the truck as the top of the car is sheared off. Underride may cause decapitation of passenger vehicle and sometimes extreme head trauma.

Federal Truck Loading Laws


  • Cargo must be firmly secured on or within a vehicle by structures equipped to hold it, including dunnage or dunnage bags; tie-downs; and shoring bars
  • Specific minimum requirements for truck tiedown restraints

If an accident occurs because a truck driver violates loading regulations it can be held liable for damages that ensue. For a free and confidential consultation, call a truck accident lawyer at the Wieand Law Firm at (215) 666-7777.

The Wieand Law Firm practices throughout all of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. We are proud to serve clients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and represent clients throughout PA and NJ.


Disclaimer: This website is for informational purposes only.  It is not legal advice and should not be used as legal advice.

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