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Injured in a Truck Accident? Get the Legal Help You Deserve

Have you or a loved one been injured in a collision with a commercial truck in St. Joseph? The physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial strain can be overwhelming. While you’re trying to recover, trucking companies and their insurers are already building a case against you.
Don’t face this battle alone. Our experienced truck accident lawyer team understands the complex laws governing commercial vehicles and knows how to hold negligent trucking companies accountable.

Call 816-281-5470 today for a free consultation. Let us fight for the compensation you deserve while you focus on healing.

Why Truck Accidents Are Different

Devastating Consequences
When a 80,000-pound semi-truck collides with a 4,000-pound passenger vehicle, the results are often catastrophic. The size and weight difference alone make truck accidents far more likely to cause serious injuries or death than typical car crashes.
Complex Liability
Unlike regular car accidents, truck crashes often involve multiple responsible parties:
  • The truck driver
  • The trucking company
  • The vehicle manufacturer
  • Maintenance providers
  • Cargo loading companies
  • Parts manufacturers
Identifying all liable parties is crucial to securing maximum compensation for your injuries.
Powerful Opposition
Trucking companies have teams of lawyers and insurance adjusters who spring into action immediately after an accident. Their goal? To minimize the company’s liability and reduce your potential settlement.
Special Regulations
Commercial trucks must follow federal and state regulations that don’t apply to regular vehicles. Violations of these regulations—like exceeding maximum driving hours or skipping required maintenance—can be key evidence in your case.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents

Understanding what caused your truck accident is essential to building a strong claim. Our investigators look for evidence of:
  • Driver Fatigue: Despite hours-of-service regulations, many truckers drive while dangerously tired
  • Distracted Driving: Using phones, adjusting GPS systems, or other distractions
  • Speeding and Reckless Driving: Often due to tight delivery deadlines
  • Improper Training: Inexperienced or poorly trained drivers handling dangerous equipment
  • Overloaded or Improperly Loaded Cargo: Creating instability or making the truck harder to stop
  • Mechanical Failures: Brake problems, tire blowouts, or steering malfunctions
  • Drug or Alcohol Use: Impaired driving causing delayed reaction times
  • Weather Conditions: Failure to adjust driving for rain, ice, or fog
Our team works quickly to preserve critical evidence before it disappears or gets “lost” by the trucking company.

How a Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help

After a truck accident, having the right legal representation can make all the difference in your recovery and financial future.
Immediate Investigation
We act fast to:
  • Secure the truck's "black box" data recorder
  • Obtain driver logs and service records
  • Download dashcam footage
  • Document the accident scene
  • Interview witnesses before memories fade
  • Inspect the vehicles involved

Expert Analysis

Our firm works with accident reconstruction specialists, medical experts, and financial analysts to build a complete picture of the accident and its impact on your life.

Handling Complex Insurance Issues

Commercial trucks typically carry multiple insurance policies with much higher coverage limits than passenger vehicles. Our attorneys know how to navigate these policies to maximize your recovery.

Standing Up to Corporate Legal Teams

Trucking companies have powerful legal resources at their disposal. We level the playing field with our experience, knowledge, and determination to hold them accountable.

Call 816-281-5470 to speak directly with a lawyer—not an assistant. We’re ready to answer your questions and explain your options.

Damages You Can Recover After a Truck Accident

Truck accidents often cause severe, life-changing injuries that require extensive medical treatment and long recovery periods. You may be entitled to compensation for:
  • Medical Expenses
    Emergency care, surgeries, hospital stays, rehabilitation, medications, and future medical needs
  • Lost Income
    Wages lost during recovery and reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to your previous job
  • Pain and Suffering
    Compensation for physical pain and emotional distress
  • Property Damage
    Repair or replacement of your vehicle and personal property
  • Permanent Disability
    Additional compensation for permanent limitations or disabilities
  • Loss of Enjoyment
    Damages for activities you can no longer participate in due to your injuriesmpensation for permanent limitations or disabilities
  • Punitive Damages
    In cases of extreme negligence or reckless behavior
The value of your claim depends on many factors, including the severity of your injuries, your medical prognosis, and the impact on your ability to work and enjoy life. Our attorneys carefully calculate all current and future damages to ensure you receive fair compensation.

Our Experience With Truck Accident Cases

For years, our law firm has successfully represented truck accident victims throughout St. Joseph and the surrounding areas. We’ve gone toe-to-toe with major trucking companies and their insurers—and won.

A Record of Success
Our attorneys have secured substantial settlements and verdicts for truck accident victims, including cases involving:
  • Fatigue-related crashes
  • Improperly maintained vehicles
  • Negligent hiring practices
  • Hours-of-service violations
  • Overloaded trucks
  • Distracted driving
Resources to Take on Big Companies
Taking on a trucking company requires significant resources. We have the financial strength to thoroughly investigate your case, hire the necessary experts, and take your case all the way to trial if needed.
Client-Focused Approach
We understand that you’re going through one of the most difficult times in your life. Our team provides compassionate, responsive representation while aggressively pursuing the compensation you deserve.

We Handle All Types of Injury Cases

Our law firm is dedicated to helping injury victims throughout St. Joseph with a wide range of legal services:

If you were injured in a collision with a passenger vehicle, our car accident lawyer can help you navigate the claims process and fight for fair compensation.
Motorcyclists face unique challenges after an accident. Our motorcycle accident lawyer understands these issues and works to protect riders’ rights.
Were you injured while using a rideshare service? Our uber accident lawyer knows how to handle the complex insurance issues these cases often involve.
If you were injured in a fall on someone else’s property, our slip and fall lawyer will work to hold negligent property owners accountable.
Animal attacks can cause serious injuries and trauma. Our dog bite lawyer knows how to pursue these claims effectively.
In the tragic event that you’ve lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, our wrongful death lawyer provides compassionate representation during this difficult time.
For life-altering injuries requiring long-term care, our catastrophic injury lawyer has the experience to secure the substantial compensation you’ll need for future medical expenses.

Don't Wait to Get the Legal Help You Need

After a truck accident, time is of the essence. Evidence can disappear quickly, and trucking companies often begin building their defense immediately. Missouri law also limits the time you have to file a claim.
We offer:
  • Free, no-obligation consultations
  • No fees unless we win your case
  • Home and hospital visits if you can't come to us
  • 24/7 availability to answer your questions
Don’t delay. Call 816-281-5470 now to protect your rights and your future. Our experienced truck accident attorneys are standing by to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is responsible in a truck accident case?
Liability in truck accident cases often extends beyond just the driver. Potentially responsible parties include the trucking company (for negligent hiring, training, or supervision), the vehicle manufacturer (for defective parts), maintenance contractors (for inadequate repairs), cargo loading companies (for improperly secured loads), and even government entities (for dangerous road conditions). Our attorneys investigate all possible sources of liability to maximize your recovery.
Critical evidence in truck accident cases includes the truck’s electronic logging device (ELD) data, maintenance records, driver qualification files, post-accident drug and alcohol testing results, dashcam footage, witness statements, and physical evidence from the accident scene. We act quickly to secure this evidence before it can be altered or destroyed.
In Missouri, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, including truck accidents, is five years from the date of the accident. However, there may be exceptions that shorten this timeframe, particularly if a government entity is involved. Additionally, evidence tends to disappear over time, so it’s best to consult with an attorney as soon as possible after the accident.
Many truck accident cases settle out of court, but we prepare every case as if it will go to trial. This thorough approach often leads to better settlement offers from insurance companies who want to avoid the uncertainty of a jury verdict. If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we won’t hesitate to take your case to court. Throughout the process, the decision to settle or proceed to trial is always yours, and we’ll provide the guidance you need to make an informed choice.
It’s common for trucking companies to initially deny responsibility for accidents. Our attorneys conduct a comprehensive investigation to gather evidence proving liability, which may include hiring accident reconstruction experts, interviewing witnesses, analyzing the truck’s black box data, and reviewing the company’s safety record and compliance with federal regulations. We build a strong case that makes it difficult for the trucking company to continue denying responsibility. Even when fault is contested, we work diligently to negotiate a fair settlement or prepare a compelling case for trial.
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