Truck Accident Lawyer in Brooklyn, NY

There are hundreds of large truck crashes in Brooklyn each year, many of which cause severe injuries. If your life was turned upside-down by a negligent truck driver, trucking company, or other party, Aviles Law Firm PLLC is here to help.

Many of the cases our Brooklyn personal injury lawyers take are referrals from other firms who did not have the resources or the experience to handle them. We have built our reputation on accepting—and winning—the types of complex cases that others cannot. Call today to find out how our truck accident attorneys in Brooklyn can fight for you.

Our Lawyers Have an almost perfect Success Rate

Aviles Law Firm PLLC is proud to say that we recover compensation for almost every accident victim we represent. How do we do it? By taking a personalized approach to every case:

• First, we assess your case for free, giving you the chance to learn about your options and make critical early decisions about your case’s future.
• We then collect evidence regarding your injuries and the cause of the accident, such as medical records, New York Police Department reports, video footage, photos, black box data, and witness testimony.
• Based on the facts of your case, we come up with a customized legal strategy aimed at meeting your goals and securing maximum compensation.
• We also speak with the insurance companies on your behalf, denying them the chance to pressure you into giving up your rights or accepting a low settlement.
• We can either negotiate aggressively for a settlement or represent you at trial, depending on how your case goes.
• Finally, before you accept any settlement offers, we review the agreement to ensure you understand it and that it meets your needs.

Our commitment to providing the highest level of legal representation is why we were voted Best Law Firm by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers in 2024. Our peers and our clients both recognize that we are willing and able to do everything possible in pursuit of justice.

At Aviles Law Firm PLLC, we thrive on tackling the most complex and challenging cases in Brooklyn. Whether we have to face obstacles like multiple liable parties, uncooperative insurance companies, or contradictory versions of events, we are ready to champion your rights and protect your future. 

Can You Get Compensation After a Truck Accident?

You may be able to recover compensation by proving that someone else’s negligence caused your trucking injury. This other party might be:

• The truck driver
• A trucking company
• A cargo loader
• A truck manufacturer or maintenance team
• The governmental department responsible for road maintenance

We can pursue one or more liable entities for damages like the following:

Medical Expenses

The more serious your injuries, the more you might have to spend on hospital stays, medication, various forms of therapy, and medical equipment. For example, we recovered $25 million in total compensation for a trucking accident victim who suffered severe spine injuries. This covered all of her medical bills and other losses.

Lost Wages and Earning Capacity

Some people are able to get back to work after a few days or weeks of recuperation. Others may never work again, or they may have to leave their old job and retrain for another career that can better accommodate a permanent injury.

Our legal team can pursue compensation for the money you have lost or would have earned, as well as lost job benefits, such as insurance or retirement plans.

Property Damage

Large tractor trailers can do significant damage to smaller vehicles. Our lawyers can fight for reimbursement for your vehicle repairs, replacement costs, and even the cost of rental cars and public transportation.

Pain and Suffering

There were 1,197 trucking accidents in Brooklyn in 2023 alone. These resulted in 1,664 injuries, which in turn caused the victims physical pain, emotional distress, and temporary or permanent disabilities. These non-economic damages do not come with a price tag, but they are just as important to consider when filing a personal injury claim.

Reduced Quality of Life

Depending on what type of injury you suffered, you might be unable to look after your children or pets, accomplish necessary daily living tasks (e.g., cooking or bathing), or participate in enjoyable social activities (e.g., playing sports or going to parties).

Needing help with certain tasks and having to give up others can take a heavy emotional and mental toll. You deserve compensation for these intangible yet devastating losses.

Scarring and Disfigurement

Some victims end up with scars that alter their appearance, affect their self-esteem, or limit their range of motion. Other victims must undergo intensive surgeries that leave permanent marks and cause long-term discomfort. Either way, scarring could entitle you to additional damages.

Start Your Personal Injury Case Today

Whether you were injured on Linden Boulevard, the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, or anywhere else in the borough, you deserve compensation for your losses—but you only have a limited time to fight for it. New York State law gives you three years to start a lawsuit in most cases.

Protect your rights today by calling Aviles Law Firm PLLC. We offer free consultations to all callers.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Brooklyn

Finding out how your accident happened is vital. This information will tell us what acts of negligence contributed to your crash, who committed those acts, and who owes you compensation.

Common causes of Brooklyn trucking injuries include:

• Driver distraction: In 2023, there were over 400 truck crashes in Brooklyn caused by inattentive or distracted driving, which may include texting, eating, drinking, or daydreaming behind the wheel.
• Following too closely: Also known as tailgating, following other vehicles too closely gives the trailing driver less time to react to environmental changes or to stop when the driver in front slows down.
• Failure to yield the right of way: Truck drivers must pay careful attention to all road signs and stop or yield when appropriate.

While driver error causes many 18-wheeler accidents, it is important to note that some accidents are at least partially caused by factors outside of the driver’s control, such as:

• Improperly loaded cargo that causes the truck to lose balance or drop cargo into the roadway
• Fallen street signs or non-functioning traffic lights that make it harder to tell who has the right of way
• Trucking companies that ignore Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations regarding driver training or drug testing, hours of service, or vehicle inspection or repair

Even if the driver is at fault in your case, it might be wiser to pursue compensation from their employer. Employers like trucking companies often assume liability for their employees’ negligence, so they could still be legally responsible for an accident caused by distracted driving or other careless acts.

In addition, trucking companies tend to have larger insurance policies, so you could potentially recover a larger settlement by pursuing the company rather than the driver.

Our personal injury lawyers work hard to uncover the truth behind every single accident, and we are not afraid to take on even the largest insurance companies and corporate entities.

How You React After a Truck Accident Matters

There are certain actions to take—and actions to avoid—after a motor vehicle accident:

What to Do After a Truck Accident

Your health and safety are always your top priority. Protect them by:

• Getting out of the flow of traffic—move your vehicle over if possible, but leave it behind if necessary
• Getting medical help, whether it is from your own healthcare provider or from an emergency department like the one at Mount Sinai
• Calling 911 to bring help to your location immediately

Stay at the scene until the police arrive. In the meantime, if it is safe for you to do so, you can collect evidence by getting the truck driver’s insurance information and taking photos of your injuries, the truck, your vehicle, and the road itself.

Once all of these tasks are complete, you can contact one of our attorneys. We can help you file a claim with your insurance company, explain your rights, and hold the at-fault party responsible.

What Not to Do After a Truck Accident

While it is possible to correct some of the following mistakes, it is better for your case to avoid them completely:

• Admitting fault: You cannot know all of the facts of the accident right after it happens, so do not apologize or take the blame.
• Speaking to the insurer alone: Both your insurer and the liable party’s will be looking for ways to minimize your payout, so let us talk to them on your behalf.
• Posting on social media: Any sort of public statement can end up as evidence for the insurer to use against you.
• Settling too fast: Initial settlement offers are rarely fair and, once accepted, could prevent you from obtaining the settlement you really deserve.

It is all too easy to trip up and make an innocent error that costs you money. Aviles Law Firm PLLC wants to start protecting you and your family today. Let us manage your case while you focus on recovering from your injuries.

We Have Provided Over 2,000 Case Consultations

We want to hear from you. Call Aviles Law Firm PLLC today and get a free, confidential consultation. During this call, we can tell you what your rights and options are and how our firm can help you. If you decide to hire us, our Brooklyn attorneys will do everything in our power to find who caused your truck accident and hold them accountable.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Are Most Truck Accident Settlements?

There is no specific dollar amount to aim for when filing a claim or lawsuit. Instead, we focus on identifying all of the damages you qualify for and pursuing the amount you need to cover all past, present, and future damages.

Unfortunately, many settlements turn out to be too small to cover the accident victim’s needs. This is because insurance companies pressure victims to settle fast and low. By hiring our personal injury attorneys as early as possible, you can learn your case’s true value and fight for what you really need.

How Long Does a Truck Settlement Take?

Every case is different. Some settle in a matter of weeks or months. Others do not settle at all and have to go to trial, which can take even longer. It depends on the available evidence and whether the insurance company chooses to cooperate or not.

No matter how long your case takes, Aviles Law Firm PLLC can be there for your family throughout the entire process.

Will I Have to Go to Court in a Truck Accident Case?

Relatively few cases get as far as the courtroom, but we prepare every single case as if it will do so. If and when your case goes to trial, our legal team will proudly represent you there. Unless we both agree that it is a good idea for you to testify in person, you do not have to appear in court yourself, and you certainly do not have to present your case to the judge and jury.

What Percentage Do Personal Injury Lawyers Take?

Aviles Law Firm PLLC charges what is called a contingency fee, which means that we accept a percentage of your settlement as payment rather than charging up front or by the hour. This allows you to pay us out of your award rather than your pocket—and you only pay if we win.