Truck Accident Lawyer in Portland, Oregon
A fully loaded semi can weigh 20 to 30 times more than your car, so truck crashes leave victims with life-altering injuries. These cases are also far more complex than ordinary car wrecks: there may be several responsible parties, federal safety regulations in play, and electronic evidence that disappears unless someone acts quickly to preserve it. With more than 19 years of trial experience, I know how to move fast and build these cases right.
Why commercial truck crashes happen
- Fatigued drivers exceeding hours-of-service limits
- Improperly loaded or overweight trailers
- Poor truck maintenance and brake failure
- Speeding and following too closely
- Inadequate driver training and unsafe hiring
- Distracted commercial driving
Trucking cases have moving parts — and deadlines
Liability in a truck crash can extend well beyond the driver to the trucking company, the cargo loader, a maintenance contractor, or a parts manufacturer. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations govern driver hours, inspections, and logs (49 C.F.R. Part 395), and that evidence — including electronic logging data and the truck’s “black box” — must be preserved before it is overwritten. Oregon’s two-year deadline for most injury claims still applies (ORS 12.110), so early action matters even more here.
Oregon’s freight corridors
Many serious truck crashes in our area happen on the freight routes that feed the Portland metro — Interstate 5, Interstate 84, Interstate 205, and U.S. 26. Knowing how crashes unfold on these corridors, and how to preserve the evidence they leave behind, is part of building a strong case.
Compensation you can recover
- Medical bills — past and future
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Rehabilitation and long-term care
- Out-of-pocket costs tied to your injury
Going up against the trucking industry
Trucking companies have rapid-response teams at the scene within hours, protecting their interests. As a trial lawyer, I build your case to withstand a courtroom — preserving evidence, retaining experts, and refusing to be rushed into a settlement that doesn’t cover a lifetime of consequences.
Frequently asked questions
Who can be held responsible in a truck crash?
Often more than one party: the driver, the motor carrier, the company that loaded the cargo, a maintenance provider, or a manufacturer. Identifying every responsible party is key to full recovery.
Why do I need to act quickly?
Critical evidence like driver logs and onboard data can be lost or overwritten, and the company’s investigators are working from day one. The sooner I’m involved, the sooner I can demand that evidence be preserved.
The insurer already offered a settlement — should I take it?
Early offers in truck cases are almost always far below the true value of a serious injury. Let me review it before you sign anything.
What if a family member was killed in a truck crash?
You may have a wrongful death claim. I handle these cases with care and can explain your family’s options.
There is no cost to find out where you stand. Find out what your case is worth or call (503) 379-9933.
What you can expect at my personal injury law firm
Personalized one-on-one Attention
Commitment to maximizing a claim
Proven trial advocacy & Results
Careful case preparation
Consistent updates on case progress
My goal is to maximize your compensation. This can include expenses for medical treatment, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, lost wages, and more. No matter how complex your injuries and claim, I am prepared to fight for you.
