What you need to know right now
It might not just be the truck driver. The trucking company, maintenance crew, parts manufacturer, or even a shipping contractor could share responsibility. We investigate every angle to find out who owes you compensation.
- Call 911 and get medical help immediately.
- Take photos of the crash scene and your injuries.
- Get contact info from witnesses.
- Do not give a statement to the trucking company or their insurer before speaking to a lawyer.
Big rigs and 18-wheelers can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. The force of impact causes catastrophic injuries and makes these cases much more complex than a regular car crash.
Commercial trucks in California are required to carry large insurance policies, often worth millions. That’s why their insurers fight hard to pay victims as little as possible.
Yes. Victims may be entitled to compensation for hospital bills, ongoing treatment, lost wages, pain and suffering, and even wrongful death damages in fatal accidents.
We gather evidence like black box data, driver logs, and maintenance records, deal with aggressive insurance companies, and fight to get you the maximum payout.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. Call Mendez & Sanchez for a free case review—we’ll explain your rights and next steps right away.