Fighting for Truck Accident Victims
Experienced attorneys handling complex commercial truck accident claims. Serving Lansing, Ingham County, and all of Michigan.
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Why Choose HOV Law
Taking On
Big Trucking Companies
FMCSA Expertise
Truck accident cases involve complex federal regulations. Our attorneys understand FMCSA rules — driver hours-of-service, maintenance logs, weight limits — and use violations to prove liability.
Multiple Liable Parties
Unlike car accidents, truck crashes can involve the driver, trucking company, cargo loader, vehicle manufacturer, and maintenance provider. We identify every party responsible.
Catastrophic Injury Focus
Due to the massive size difference between trucks and passenger vehicles, truck accident injuries are often severe or fatal. We pursue the maximum compensation these devastating cases demand.
Devastating Crashes,
Complex Claims
A fully loaded 18-wheeler weighs up to 80,000 pounds — 20 times the weight of a passenger car. When these massive vehicles collide with smaller cars, the results are often catastrophic. Our attorneys have the expertise to handle these complex, high-value claims.
Your Path to Recovery
We handle the legal complexities so you can focus on healing.
Immediate Investigation
Time is critical in truck accident cases. We deploy investigators immediately to preserve black box data, driver logs, dashcam footage, and maintenance records before the trucking company destroys them.
Federal Compliance Audit
We subpoena the trucking company's records and audit them against FMCSA regulations — checking for hours-of-service violations, inadequate training, improper maintenance, and overloaded cargo.
Full Damage Assessment
Truck accident injuries are often life-altering. We work with medical experts, economists, and life-care planners to calculate the true lifetime cost of your injuries.
Aggressive Litigation
Trucking companies and their insurers have massive legal teams. We match their resources and take them to trial when they refuse to pay what your case is worth.
Lansing Truck Accident Attorney — Fighting Trucking Companies
Commercial truck accidents are among the most devastating collisions on Michigan roads. The sheer size and weight of tractor-trailers, 18-wheelers, and delivery trucks mean that when they collide with passenger vehicles, the injuries are often catastrophic — severe fractures, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and death.
At HOV Law, our Lansing truck accident attorneys have deep experience handling these complex cases. We understand that truck accident claims are fundamentally different from standard car accident cases — they involve federal regulations, multiple potentially liable parties, and well-funded corporate defense teams.
We fight these powerful opponents because our clients deserve justice. ZERO upfront fees. NO WIN, NO FEE.
Why Truck Accident Cases Are Different
- Federal Regulations (FMCSA) — Commercial trucks and their drivers are governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. These regulations cover driver qualifications, hours of service, vehicle maintenance, cargo securement, and drug/alcohol testing. Violations of these rules often prove negligence.
- Multiple Liable Parties — The truck driver is rarely the only party at fault. The trucking company may be liable for negligent hiring, inadequate training, or pressuring drivers to violate hours-of-service rules. The cargo company may have overloaded or improperly secured the load. The maintenance provider may have failed to repair known defects.
- Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) — Federal law requires most commercial trucks to use ELDs to track driving hours. This data can prove whether a driver was fatigued or exceeded legal driving limits.
- Black Box Data — Most modern trucks have event data recorders that capture speed, braking, steering input, and other critical data in the moments before a crash. This evidence must be preserved immediately.
- Massive Insurance Policies — Commercial trucking companies carry insurance policies ranging from $750,000 to $5 million or more. While this means more money is available for your claim, the insurance companies fight harder to deny or minimize payouts.
Common Truck Accidents on Lansing Roads
- Lansing highways and interstates see heavy truck traffic daily, creating numerous opportunities for dangerous collisions:
- Jackknife Accidents — When a truck's trailer swings outward, creating an angle with the cab. This often happens during sudden braking or on slippery roads and can sweep across multiple lanes of traffic.
- Rear-End Collisions — Loaded trucks require significantly more distance to stop than passenger vehicles. When truck drivers follow too closely or fail to brake in time, rear-end collisions can be devastating.
- Wide Turn Accidents — Large trucks need extra room to make right turns. "Squeeze play" accidents occur when a truck swings left before turning right, trapping vehicles alongside.
- Underride Accidents — Among the most deadly truck accidents, these occur when a smaller vehicle slides under the trailer of a truck. They often result in fatal or catastrophic injuries.
- Tire Blowouts — Improperly maintained tires can blow out at highway speeds, causing the driver to lose control or sending debris into the path of other vehicles.
Evidence That Wins Truck Accident Cases
Successful truck accident claims require swift, thorough evidence collection. Trucking companies have legal teams that begin working immediately after a crash — often arriving at the scene before the wreckage is cleared. They may repair or destroy the truck, overwrite electronic data, and coach drivers on what to say.
That's why contacting an experienced Lansing truck accident attorney immediately is critical. At HOV Law, we send preservation letters to the trucking company demanding they retain all evidence. We subpoena ELD data, maintenance records, driver qualification files, drug test results, and communication logs. We work with accident reconstruction experts to determine exactly how the crash occurred and who is responsible.
Michigan Laws That Affect Your Case
Statute of Limitations
In Michigan, you have a limited time to file your claim: 3 years for personal injury (MCL § 600.5805). Missing this deadline typically means you lose your right to compensation permanently.
“Time is your most valuable asset after an injury. Contact a Lansing attorney immediately to ensure your claim is preserved.”
Modified Comparative Negligence
Michigan follows a modified comparative fault system. You can recover damages only if you are less than 50% at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Michigan Insurance System
Michigan operates under a No-Fault (PIP required) system. Drivers choose PIP coverage levels; unlimited PIP was historically required but reformed in 2019.
Key Michigan Legal Facts
Local Knowledge: Lansing
High-Risk Roads & Highways
- I-96
- Michigan Avenue
- Saginaw Street
- Cedar Street
Local Courts
- Ingham County Circuit Court
- Thirtieth Judicial Circuit Court
Areas We Serve Near Lansing
- East Lansing
- DeWitt
- Holt
- Okemos
- Mason
Lansing Landmarks
- Michigan State Capitol
- Michigan State University
- Old Town Lansing
What Compensation May Cover
Under Michigan law, you may be entitled to recover damages for the full impact of your injuries.
Economic Damages
- • Medical bills (past & future)
- • Lost wages & earning capacity
- • Property damage
- • Rehabilitation costs
Non-Economic Damages
- • Pain and suffering
- • Mental anguish
- • Loss of consortium
- • Physical impairment
Other Personal Injury Services in Lansing
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Lansing Truck Accidents FAQs
Hit by a
Commercial Truck?
Trucking companies start building their defense immediately after a crash. You need an experienced Lansing truck accident attorney on your side right away.