Los Angeles · Serving California
Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyer
A crash involving a commercial truck may require an investigation of both the driver and the business behind the vehicle. The Justice Brothers reviews truck and delivery-vehicle injury claims in Los Angeles and across California.
The Justice Brothers · Brian Masjedian · California Bar No. 357298
Identify the vehicle, driver, and business
Photograph the truck’s markings, license plates, company name, and any carrier identification numbers when it is safe. A trailer owner, motor carrier, employer, and driver may be different people or companies. Being connected to a truck does not automatically make a company liable; the investigation must establish its role and responsibility.
Commercial records can matter
- Dashcam footage, vehicle data, dispatch communications, and location records, where available.
- Driver schedules, inspection and maintenance records, and records concerning the trip.
- Cargo loading and securement information when the load may have contributed.
- Witness statements, scene evidence, the collision report, and photographs taken before vehicles are moved.
Some records may be held by a business rather than the driver. Prompt preservation requests can help address the risk of routine deletion, but the records available depend on the vehicle, operation, and applicable rules.
Address the injuries and the coverage
The claim should document treatment, income loss, ongoing limitations, and any supported future care needs. Commercial involvement does not guarantee a large settlement or a particular insurance limit. The policies, responsibility of each party, and evidence of damages still need to be examined.
Time limits
California’s general deadline for a personal injury lawsuit is two years. A claim involving a California public entity generally requires a separate government claim within six months of accrual, followed by additional lawsuit deadlines. Exceptions and other deadlines can apply; an insurance claim alone does not preserve every deadline. Code of Civil Procedure §335.1; Government Code §911.2.
Start with the information you have
- The date, location, and a short timeline of the incident.
- Photos, video, witness details, and any incident or police report number.
- Insurance letters, claim numbers, and any settlement or release you received.
- Available treatment records, bills, and information about missed work. You do not need a complete file to request a consultation.
An initial case review is free. Before representation begins, ask for the written fee agreement explaining attorney fees, litigation costs, and how any recovery would be distributed. A consultation does not obligate you to hire the firm.
Questions about your case
Is the trucking company always responsible?
No. Its responsibility depends on the driver’s relationship to the business, the work being performed, and other facts. The truck’s logo alone does not establish liability.
What if it was a delivery van instead of a semi-truck?
The firm reviews delivery-vehicle injury inquiries too. Employment, vehicle ownership, and the policy in effect can affect the claim.
Should I wait for the insurance investigation?
You can request your own case review while insurance investigates. Waiting may make it harder to preserve evidence and does not necessarily stop legal deadlines.
Sources and further reading
Practical guides for your next step
Prepare for a conversation with Brian
Brian Masjedian personally handles inquiries and cases. See what to bring to your consultation, or read about uninsured-driver coverage questions.
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Request a free case review with The Justice Brothers.
General information, not legal advice. Each case depends on its facts. Contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship or extend a deadline. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.