Commercial truck accidents are among the most devastating crashes on Oklahoma roads. The sheer size and weight of 18-wheelers means that collisions often result in catastrophic injuries or death. Our firm has the experience and resources to take on trucking companies and their insurers.
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Commercial Truck Crash Litigation
Trucking companies have rapid response teams to protect their profits. You need a trial team to protect your future.
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18-Wheeler, Amazon Van, Oilfield Truck, or Company Fleet.
Hospitalization, Surgery, or Wrongful Death.
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Section 01
Quick Answer: Who pays for the medical bills?
It's complicated. In a truck wreck, coverage layers are massive. You have the cab's insurance, the trailer's insurance, and often an "umbrella" policy. We identify every layer to ensure you are fully compensated for life-altering injuries.
Section 02
Not Just a "Big Car" Accident
Trucking cases are legally distinct from regular car wrecks. They involve federal regulations (FMCSA), complex insurance layers, and massive corporate defendants. To win a trucking case, you need an attorney who knows how to preserve the evidence before it disappears.
Section 03
The "Black Box" is Critical
Most commercial trucks have an Electronic Control Module (ECM) that indicates exactly what happened in the seconds before impact. We download this data immediately.
Warning: Trucking companies often try to "lose" or overwrite this data. We send spoliation letters immediately to stop this destruction.
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Who Can Be Held Liable?
We investigate every potential defendant to maximize your recovery:
- The Driver - For speeding, fatigued driving, drug/alcohol use, or distracted driving
- The Company - For negligent hiring, failure to train, or pressuring drivers to break HOS rules
- The Cargo Team - For improper loading that causes rollovers or jackknifes
- The Manufacturer - For defective brakes, tires, or steering components
Section 05
Preserve Evidence Now
Urgent: 72 Hour Window
Trucking companies deploy rapid response teams to "clean" the scene. We must act immediately to secure:
Section 06
First 72 Hours: Critical Checklist
Do not let the insurance company control the narrative. Follow these steps:
Section 07
Common Causes of Truck Crashes in Oklahoma
- Driver Fatigue: Pushing past the 11-hour driving limit to meet tight deadlines.
- Distracted Driving: Using dispatch computers or phones while driving.
- Improper Loading: Unbalanced loads causing rollovers or jackknifes.
- Drug & Alcohol Use: We always demand immediate post-accident toxicity screens.
Section 08
Oil Field and Delivery Fleet Dangers
Oil Field Trucking Dangers
In Oklahoma, the "exemptions" allowed for oil field drivers are a major hazard. Frac sand haulers often run underweight roads (like Hwy 281) and work longer hours than standard truckers. We know the specific regulations that apply to the energy sector.
Oil Field Accident Litigation ->Delivery Fleet Accidents
We see a rising number of crashes involving Amazon DSP vans, UPS trucks, and FedEx vehicles. These drivers are under intense pressure to meet quotas.
UPS & FedEx Liability ->Urgent: Do Not Talk to the Trucking Company
Their adjusters are trained to get you to admit fault or downplay your injuries on a recorded line. Tell them: "I have retained the Hicks Law Firm. All communication must go through my attorney."
Section 09
The Investigation: A 4-Step Process
A truck crash is a crime scene. While you are recovering, the trucking company is already working to erase the evidence. We use a systematic 4-step investigation to protect the truth.
Step 1: The Spoliation Letter
We immediately send a formal Spoliation Letter via certified mail. This legally freezes the trucking company's ability to destroy logs, video, and vehicle components.
Step 2: The Black Box (ECM) Download
We hire forensic experts to download the Electronic Control Module (ECM). This data reveals:
- Speed at impact
- Brake application
- Throttle position
- Cruise control status
Step 3: The "DQ File" Audit
We audit the Driver Qualification (DQ) file to find patterns of corporate negligence, including:
- Improper pre-employment screens
- Hours of Service (HOS) log violations
- Missing post-accident drug tests
Step 4: The Scene Inspection
Our experts perform a boots-on-the-ground inspection of the crash site to document physical evidence that disappears in 48 hours:
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