18-Wheeler Accident Attorneys Fighting for Fayette County Families

When 80,000 Pounds Changes Everything in an Instant

It happened on I-70 outside Vandalia. Or maybe it was on Route 51 near St. Elmo. Perhaps you were driving through Ramsey when the trailer started to sway. Wherever that 18-wheeler entered your life in Fayette County, your world changed in an instant.

We know what you’re going through. At Attorney911, we’ve spent over two decades fighting for trucking accident victims across Illinois—including families right here in Fayette County—who never asked for this fight. One moment you’re driving to work or heading home to your family. The next, you’re staring at medical bills that could buy a house, wondering how you’ll ever work again, or worse, planning a funeral for someone you love.

Ralph Manginello has been standing up to trucking companies since 1998. Our firm has recovered more than $50 million for injury victims, including multi-million dollar settlements for traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and wrongful death cases. We know the trucking corridors serving Fayette County—the east-west rush of I-70 carrying freight from St. Louis to Indianapolis, the agricultural haulers on Route 40, the tanker trucks moving through south-central Illinois. We know how grain trucks can shift weight unexpectedly in a turn. We know how winter ice on those rural overpasses can send a semi into a jackknife before the driver even realizes he’s lost control.

And we know this: the trucking company that hit you has already called their lawyers. Their insurance adjuster is already looking through your social media, hoping you posted anything they can use against you. They’ve already dispatched a rapid-response team to the scene to protect their interests, not yours.

What are you doing right now to protect yours?

Hablamos Español. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 today. We answer 24/7, and we fight for Fayette County families like ours.

The Fayette County Trucking Landscape: Why These Accidents Happen Here

Fayette County isn’t just another dot on the map for us. It’s a critical junction in America’s freight network, and that means our neighbors face unique dangers every time they get behind the wheel.

The Highways That Carry the Weight

Interstate 70 cuts across the northern part of Fayette County, and this isn’t just any interstate—it’s a primary artery for cross-country freight. Every day, thousands of 80,000-pound rigs thunder through Vandalia, carrying everything from automotive parts to agricultural equipment. Interstate 57 runs north-south nearby, connecting Chicago to Memphis and beyond. When you combine these major corridors with state routes like 40, 51, and 185—the lifelines for our local farming communities—you get a perfect storm of heavy truck traffic and local commuters.

The trucking companies love Fayette County’s location. We’re exactly halfway between St. Louis and Indianapolis on I-70. We’re within easy reach of the Illinois’ agricultural heartland. Distribution centers in nearby Effingham and Vandalia mean constant truck traffic moving goods to and from Chicago, Kansas City, and the South. But for local drivers, that means sharing the road with exhausted long-haul drivers who’ve been pushing their hours of service limits, distracted operators trying to navigate rural intersections, and cargo haulers carrying unsecured loads of grain or livestock.

Agricultural Season Means Dangerous Season

Here’s something the trucking companies don’t want you to think about: harvest season in Fayette County doesn’t just mean trucks on the road—it means dangerous trucks on the road. When the corn and soybeans are coming in, grain haulers are everywhere. These trucks are often loaded to capacity (or over), sometimes with shifting loads that can cause rollovers on tight turns. In October and November, when farmers are pushing to get crops in before winter, these drivers are working brutal hours to meet delivery deadlines.

Winter brings its own hell. Illinois winters are brutal on Fayette County’s roads. Black ice on I-70 bridges, sudden whiteouts on Route 51, and the way that 18-wheelers simply can’t stop on snow-packed roads create deadly conditions. A truck that needs nearly two football fields to stop in dry conditions needs even more when the roads are slick—and too many trucking companies send their drivers out with worn brakes and balding tires, hoping they’ll make it through.

We know these roads because we’ve investigated accidents on them. We know the intersection of Veterans Avenue and Route 40 where visibility is limited. We know the I-70/I-57 interchange where fatigued drivers make last-minute lane changes. And we know the rural routes where narrow lanes and soft shoulders create deadly squeeze plays between passenger cars and wide loads.

FMCSA Regulations: The Rules They Broke That Broke You

Every 18-wheeler on Fayette County’s roads is governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)—federal regulations codified in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR). When trucking companies violate these rules, they don’t just get a slap on the wrist. They create the dangerous conditions that cause catastrophic accidents.

We don’t just handle trucking cases—we know trucking law inside and out. Ralph Manginello brings 25 years of experience applying these regulations to hold companies accountable. Our associate attorney Lupe Peña spent years working for insurance defense firms; now he uses that insider knowledge to spot every FMCSA violation the trucking company hoped you’d never find.

The Six Pillars of Trucking Safety Law

49 CFR Part 390 – General Applicability: This establishes who must comply. If a truck has a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,001 pounds, transports hazardous materials requiring placards, or is designed to carry 16 or more passengers, these rules apply. Period. In Fayette County, that means every grain truck, every tanker, every semi on I-70 falls under federal oversight.

49 CFR Part 391 – Driver Qualification Standards: Trucking companies cannot hire just anyone to operate an 80,000-pound missile. Drivers must be at least 21 years old for interstate commerce, able to read and speak English sufficiently to communicate with the public, have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), and pass a physical exam every two years (or annually if they have conditions like high blood pressure).

Under § 391.51, companies must maintain a Driver Qualification File containing the employment application, three years of driving records from previous employers, medical examiner’s certificates, and annual driving reviews. We subpoena these files in every Fayette County case. If a company hired a driver with a history of DUIs, failed to verify his CDL was valid, or never checked his references, that’s negligent hiring—and it makes them liable for your injuries.

49 CFR Part 392 – Driving Rules: This is where most Fayette County accidents begin. Under § 392.3, no driver shall operate a commercial motor vehicle while their ability is impaired by fatigue, illness, or any other cause. Section 392.5 prohibits alcohol use within four hours before duty or while driving. Section 392.82 specifically bans hand-held mobile phone use while driving—a violation we see constantly in distracted driving cases on I-70.

Section 392.11 requires drivers not to follow other vehicles “more closely than is reasonable and prudent.” Given that an 18-wheeler needs 525 feet to stop from 65 mph, tailgating on Fayette County’s highways is a violation that kills.

49 CFR Part 393 – Vehicle Safety & Cargo Securement: Under § 393.100-136, cargo must be contained, immobilized, or secured to prevent leaking, spilling, blowing, or falling. The tiedowns must withstand 0.8 g deceleration forward and 0.5 g laterally. When a grain truck rollover happens on a Fayette County backroad because the load shifted on a turn, that’s often a Part 393 violation.

Brake systems are governed by § 393.40-55. Trucks must have properly functioning service brakes on all wheels, parking brakes, and air brake systems meeting specific adjustment standards. Lighting requirements under § 393.11-26 mandate working headlamps, tail lamps, and reflective devices. When we inspect broken-down trucks after accidents, we often find lighting violations that contributed to nighttime crashes.

49 CFR Part 395 – Hours of Service: This is the regulation we see violated most often in Fayette County fatigue cases. The rules are strict and specific:

• 11-Hour Driving Limit: No driving more than 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty
• 14-Hour Duty Window: No driving beyond the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty
• 30-Minute Break: Mandatory break after 8 cumulative hours of driving
• 60/70-Hour Weekly Limits: No driving after 60 hours in 7 days or 70 hours in 8 days without a 34-hour restart

Since December 18, 2017, most trucks must use Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) under § 395.8. These devices automatically record driving time, duty status, GPS location, and engine hours. They don’t lie—but they do get overwritten. That’s why we send spoliation letters immediately to preserve this data before the 30-day overwrite window closes.

49 CFR Part 396 – Inspection & Maintenance: Under § 396.3, motor carriers must “systematically inspect, repair, and maintain” all vehicles. Section 396.11 requires drivers to complete post-trip inspection reports covering brakes, steering, tires, and lighting. Section 396.17 mandates annual inspections for all commercial vehicles.

When a brake failure causes a rear-end collision on I-70 near Vandalia, we pull the maintenance records. If the company skipped inspections to save money, if they ignored the driver’s report of soft brakes, or if they farmed out maintenance to the cheapest bidder who didn’t know how to air brakes, that’s direct negligence.

Every Type of 18-Wheeler Accident We See in Fayette County

Trucking accidents aren’t all the same—and in Fayette County, we see specific patterns based on our geography and economy. Our associate Lupe Peña, who used to defend these cases for insurance companies, knows exactly how to prove which type of accident you had and why it matters for your recovery.

Jackknife Accidents: The I-70 Nightmare

A jackknife occurs when the trailer and cab skid in opposite directions, folding like a pocket knife and sweeping across multiple lanes. On Fayette County’s stretch of I-70, especially near the Greenville overpass or the Ramsey exit, a jackknifed truck can block the entire roadway before anyone has time to react.

These accidents usually happen because of sudden braking on slick surfaces, speed too fast for conditions, or empty trailers that are more prone to swing. Under 49 CFR § 393.48, brake system malfunctions contribute to these crashes. When a driver downshifts improperly or slams the brakes on ice near Vandalia in January, we look at whether the trucking company trained him properly for winter conditions in the Midwest.

Jackknifes often result in multi-vehicle pileups because the trailer blocks every lane. The injuries are catastrophic—TBI from the initial impact, spinal injuries from secondary collisions, crushing when the trailer pins smaller vehicles against barriers.

Rollover Accidents: Rural Road Dangers

Fayette County’s agricultural economy means plenty of tanker trucks and grain haulers on narrow rural routes. These trucks have high centers of gravity, and when they take curves too fast—especially on soft shoulders or poorly banked turns near St. Elmo or Brownstown—they roll.

Under 49 CFR § 393.102, cargo must be secured to withstand lateral forces of 0.5 g. But liquid cargo “sloshes,” shifting weight unpredictably. Grain can settle unevenly. When a company overloads a truck or fails to properly secure a top-heavy load, and that truck rolls on Route 51, they’re liable under Part 393.

Rollovers are often fatal for whoever is beside or behind the truck. The crushing weight of 80,000 pounds coming down on a 4,000-pound passenger car leaves almost no chance of survival.

Underride Collisions: The Invisible Killer

Perhaps the most horrific trucking accidents are underrides—when a passenger vehicle slides under the trailer. The trailer height often shears off the car’s roof at windshield level. Rear underride guards are required under 49 CFR § 393.86 for trailers manufactured after January 26, 1998, but many guards are inadequately maintained or improperly installed. Side underride guards aren’t federally required yet, despite years of advocacy.

On Fayette County’s dark rural highways—where Route 40 has limited lighting and I-70 exits can be confusing—a truck stopped without adequate reflective markings or a vehicle turning slowly across traffic creates the perfect conditions for an underride collision. These are almost always fatal or cause decapitation injuries.

Rear-End Collisions: Physics Doesn’t Forgive

An 18-wheeler traveling at 65 mph needs approximately 525 feet—nearly two football fields—to come to a complete stop. A passenger car needs about 300 feet. When a truck driver is distracted by his dispatch tablet, fatigued from violating hours of service rules, or simply following too closely on I-70 traffic, he cannot stop in time.

Under 49 CFR § 392.11, following too closely is a federal violation. When a fully loaded truck rear-ends a family sedan on the way to St. Louis, the occupants of that sedan suffer whiplash, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries from the severe deceleration.

We handle these cases constantly. As Glenda Walker, one of our clients, told us, “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved” after her rear-end collision with a commercial truck.

Wide Turn Accidents: The Squeeze Play

Big rigs need extra space to turn. On Fayette County’s narrower downtown streets in Vandalia or the tight approaches to grain elevators, truck drivers often swing left before making a right turn—a maneuver called “squeezing” that traps passenger cars in the gap.

These accidents happen because drivers fail to signal properly, don’t check their mirrors, or simply misjudge the space. Under § 392.2, failure to obey traffic laws applies to truck drivers just like everyone else. When a truck crushes a vehicle against a curb during a wide turn, the trucking company is liable for the driver’s negligence.

Blind Spot Accidents: The No-Zone

18-wheelers have massive blind spots—20 feet in front of the cab, 30 feet behind the trailer, and significant areas on both sides. The right-side blind spot is particularly dangerous because it’s larger and harder for the driver to check.

On I-70, when a truck changes lanes without checking these blind spots, they sideswipe or run vehicles off the road. Federal regulations under § 393.80 require proper mirrors, but many drivers don’t adjust them correctly or simply don’t look before merging.

Tire Blowout Accidents: The Road Gator

With 18 tires on a standard rig, the odds of failure are high—especially in summer heat on Fayette County’s asphalt or during winter freeze-thaw cycles that damage tires. When a steer tire blows at highway speed, the driver loses control instantly. “Road gators”—strips of blown tire—create hazards for following vehicles.

Under 49 CFR § 393.75, tires must have minimum tread depth (4/32″ on steer tires, 2/32″ on others). Under § 396.13, drivers must inspect tires during pre-trip examinations. When a trucking company runs retreads on steer axles or ignores worn treads to save money, and a blowout causes a multi-car pileup on I-70, we prove the Part 393 and Part 396 violations.

Brake Failure Accidents: The Runaway

Brake problems contribute to approximately 29% of large truck crashes. Air brake systems require constant maintenance—drainage of moisture, proper adjustment, and regular inspection. On Fayette County’s rolling terrain, especially the descent toward the Little Wabash River or the hills near Shafter, brake fade from overheating is a real danger.

When a truck comes off I-70 into Vandalia and can’t stop at the intersection because the air brakes failed, we look at the maintenance records under § 396.3. If the company skipped inspections, used substandard parts, or allowed pushrod travel to exceed limits (§ 393.48), they pay for the devastation they caused.

Cargo Spill and Hazmat Accidents

Fayette County sees agricultural cargo—grain, livestock, chemicals—moving constantly. When a grain truck spills its load on Route 40, or a tanker carrying anhydrous ammonia overturns near a school, the danger extends far beyond the initial crash.

Under Part 393, hazmat trucks must carry $5 million in insurance and follow strict securement rules. When these rules are broken, entire communities can be evacuated. We investigate cargo manifest violations, improper loading by third parties, and failure to secure loads against the forces specified in § 393.102.

Head-On Collisions

When a fatigued driver crosses the centerline on a two-lane road like Route 185, or when a medically unqualified driver has a seizure behind the wheel, the result is often a head-on collision with closing speeds exceeding 120 mph. These are almost always fatal.

Under § 391.41, drivers must be medically qualified—no epilepsy, no insulin-dependent diabetes without exemption, vision of at least 20/40. When a company lets an unqualified driver operate, or pushes a driver past his hours of service limits until he falls asleep, and that driver causes a head-on crash in Fayette County, we prove the Part 391 and Part 395 violations that contributed to the wrongful death.

Every Party Who Might Owe You Money

Most law firms only sue the driver and the trucking company. That’s a mistake. In Fayette County 18-wheeler cases, we investigate every potentially liable party because more defendants mean more insurance coverage—and that means maximum recovery for your family.

The Driver: Directly liable for speeding, distraction, impairment, or fatigue. We look at his driving record, his cell phone data, and his physical condition under Part 391.

The Trucking Company (Motor Carrier): Under the doctrine of respondeat superior, employers are liable for employees’ negligent acts within the scope of employment. But we also look for direct negligence: negligent hiring (did they check his Missouri driving record?), negligent training (did they show him how to handle ice on I-70?), negligent supervision (did they monitor his ELD data?), and negligent maintenance (those brake records under Part 396).

The Cargo Owner/Shipper: If a grain elevator in Fayette County overloaded a truck or failed to disclose that the load was unbalanced, they share liability. If they pressured the driver to violate hours of service to meet a delivery deadline, that’s direct negligence.

The Loading Company: Third-party loaders who physically secure the cargo are liable under Part 393 for improper securement. When a load shifts on a turn and causes a rollover, we sue the company that loaded it.

The Truck/Trailer Manufacturer: If the trailer had a design defect in its underride guards, or the braking system was defective from the factory, we pursue product liability claims against manufacturers.

Parts Manufacturers: Defective brake components, faulty tires, or malfunctioning steering systems can all lead to catastrophic failures. We preserve the failed parts for expert analysis.

The Maintenance Company: Many trucking companies outsource maintenance to shops that cut corners—improperly adjusted brakes, wrong parts installed, critical safety issues missed. Under 49 CFR § 396.17, annual inspections must be thorough; when they’re not, the shop is liable.

The Freight Broker: Brokers who arrange transportation but don’t own trucks can be liable for negligent selection—hiring a carrier with a terrible safety record just because they were cheapest. We check the broker’s due diligence under § 391.

The Truck Owner: In owner-operator arrangements where the driver leases the truck, the owner may be liable for negligent entrustment or failure to maintain the equipment.

Government Entities: If the Illinois Department of Transportation failed to maintain safe road conditions—potholes that blow tires, inadequate signage, or dangerous intersection design—and that contributed to your Fayette County accident, we pursue claims against the state. Note: Illinois sovereign immunity rules apply, and notice requirements are strict—another reason to call us immediately at 1-888-ATTY-911.

The 48-Hour Evidence Crisis: Why You Must Act Now

Here’s the truth that keeps us awake at night: evidence in 18-wheeler cases disappears faster than you think, and the trucking companies know it.

Black box data—the ECM and EDR that record speed, braking, and throttle position immediately before a crash—can be overwritten within 30 days. Sometimes sooner if the truck remains in service. Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data, which proves whether the driver violated hours of service regulations, might only be retained for six months under FMCSA minimums—but once we send a spoliation letter, they must preserve it forever.

Dashcam footage? Often deleted within 7 to 14 days. Surveillance video from businesses near the Fayette County accident scene? Those cameras overwrite every 7 to 30 days. Witness memories? They fade within weeks.

That’s why we send spoliation letters within 24 hours of being retained.

A spoliation letter is a formal legal notice to the trucking company, their insurer, and any maintenance providers demanding preservation of:

• ECM/Black box data and ELD logs
• Driver Qualification Files (employment apps, background checks, medical exams, drug tests)
• Vehicle maintenance and inspection records under Part 396
• Dispatch records showing scheduling pressure
• Cell phone records proving distraction
• The physical truck and trailer themselves

Once this letter is sent, destroying evidence becomes “spoliation” under Illinois law. Courts can instruct juries to assume destroyed evidence was unfavorable, impose monetary sanctions, or even enter default judgment against the trucking company.

We also deploy immediately to Fayette County accident scenes. We photograph the wreckage before it’s moved. We document the road conditions. We interview witnesses while their memories are fresh. We identify nearby businesses with surveillance cameras and send preservation demands before the footage is taped over.

As client Donald Wilcox found out when another firm rejected his case, then we took it and won: “One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello… I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.”

Don’t wait. The trucking company’s lawyers are working right now. So should yours. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 tonight.

Catastrophic Injuries: The Real Cost of Cutting Corners

When an 80,000-pound truck meets a 4,000-pound car, the physics are brutal. We’ve represented Fayette County victims with injuries that changed everything, and we know the lifetime costs.

Traumatic Brain Injury ($1.5M – $9.8M+ range): Concussions, contusions, and diffuse axonal injuries from the brain slamming against the skull wall. Symptoms include memory loss, personality changes, depression, and inability to work. Moderate to severe TBI cases often settle in the millions because they require lifelong care.

Spinal Cord Injury ($4.7M – $25.8M+ range): Paraplegia or quadriplegia from crushed vertebrae. These aren’t just medical costs—they’re home modifications, wheelchairs, and 24/7 attendant care. We’ve seen cases where the lifetime cost exceeded $5 million just for medical expenses.

Amputation ($1.9M – $8.6M range): Whether traumatic (severed at the scene) or surgical (required later due to crush injuries and infection), losing a limb means prosthetics ($50,000+ each, replaced every few years), rehabilitation, and career retraining.

Severe Burns: From fuel fires or hazmat spills. Third-degree burns require skin grafts, plastic surgery, and years of treatment. The physical pain is matched only by the psychological trauma.

Wrongful Death ($1.9M – $9.5M range): When a Fayette County family loses a breadwinner to a trucking accident, we pursue lost lifetime earnings, loss of consortium and guidance, mental anguish, and funeral expenses. The emotional cost is immeasurable, but the financial support helps families survive.

Under Illinois law, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, and two years for wrongful death claims. However, Illinois follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar rule—meaning if you were 50% or less at fault, you can recover damages reduced by your fault percentage. If you’re found 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing. That’s why immediate investigation to prove the truck driver was primarily at fault is critical.

Illinois Insurance & Trucking Accident Damages

Federal law requires trucking companies to carry specific minimum insurance:

• $750,000 for non-hazardous freight over 10,001 lbs
• $1,000,000 for oil/petroleum transport
• $5,000,000 for hazardous materials

Many carriers carry $1-5 million in coverage. This is far more than the $30,000 minimum Illinois requires for regular cars, but accessing these policies requires knowing how to navigate federal trucking law.

Economic damages in Fayette County cases include:

• All past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and lost earning capacity
• Property damage
• Out-of-pocket costs (transportation to specialists in St. Louis or Springfield, home modifications)

Non-economic damages include:

• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disfigurement and scarring

Punitive damages are available in Illinois when the trucking company’s conduct was willful, wanton, or reckless—like knowingly hiring a driver with multiple DUIs, falsifying hours of service logs systematically, or willfully destroying evidence.

Recent “nuclear verdicts” across the country—verdicts exceeding $10 million—have included a $1 billion verdict in Florida and a $462 million verdict in Missouri. While Fayette County juries tend to be practical Midwesterners, they also know negligence when they see it, and they award substantial damages to hold trucking companies accountable.

Frequently Asked Questions for Fayette County Trucking Accident Victims

How long do I have to file a lawsuit after a trucking accident in Fayette County?
You have two years from the date of the accident under Illinois law. But waiting is dangerous—evidence disappears, witnesses move away, and the trucking company builds its defense. Call us within days, not months.

What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Illinois uses modified comparative negligence. If you were 50% or less at fault, you can still recover damages, though they’ll be reduced by your fault percentage. If you were 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover. We work to minimize any fault attributed to you by proving the trucker’s violations.

Should I talk to the trucking company’s insurance adjuster?
Never. They are trained to minimize your claim. Refer all calls to Attorney911. As client Chad Harris said, “You are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them. That’s how they treat you.”

How much is my Fayette County trucking accident case worth?
It depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost income, and available insurance. Trucking cases often settle for more than car accidents because of the higher policy limits and catastrophic nature of injuries. We’ve recovered millions for families like Kiimarii Yup, who told us, “I lost everything… 1 year later I have gained so much in return plus a brand new truck.”

What if the trucking company is from out of state?
We handle interstate cases constantly. Under federal law, trucking companies operating in interstate commerce can be sued where the accident occurred—or in federal court. Ralph Manginello is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and has the federal court experience to handle complex jurisdictional issues.

How do contingency fees work?
You pay nothing upfront. We work on a contingency basis—33.33% if settled before trial, 40% if we have to go to court. You never pay unless we win.

Do you offer Spanish language services in Fayette County?
Yes. Associate attorney Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish and provides direct representation without interpreters. Hablamos Español. Llame al 1-888-ATTY-911.

What makes your firm different from other Fayette County lawyers?
We don’t just dabble in trucking law—we specialize in it. Our team includes a former insurance defense attorney who knows their playbook. We have 25+ years of experience. And we treat you like family, not a case number. Angel Walle put it best: “They solved in a couple of months what others did nothing about in two years.”

Will my case go to trial?
Most settle, but we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. That preparation creates leverage for better settlements. Ernest Cano said we “fight tooth and nail for you”—and we do.

What if I can’t afford medical treatment?
We can help you find medical providers who will work on a lien basis, meaning they get paid when your case settles. Don’t let lack of insurance stop you from getting the care you need.

Why Fayette County Chooses Attorney911

When an 18-wheeler changes your life on I-70 or Route 51, you need more than a lawyer—you need a fighter. Ralph Manginello has spent over 25 years taking on trucking companies and winning. With federal court experience, insider knowledge from former insurance defense attorney Lupe Peña, and a track record of multi-million dollar verdicts, we have the resources to go toe-to-toe with the largest carriers.

We know Fayette County. We know the judges in Vandalia. We know the insurance adjusters who handle Illinois claims. And we know how to win here.

But don’t take our word for it. Listen to our clients:

Mongo Slade said, “I was rear-ended and the team got right to work… I also got a very nice settlement.”

Beth Bonds told us, “Ralph took his bogus case and had it dismissed within a WEEK! I have been trying for over 2 years.”

And Dame Haskett appreciated that “Ralph reached out personally” and provided consistent communication.

We have offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, and we serve trucking accident victims throughout Fayette County and all of Illinois. We offer free consultations 24/7, and when you call 1-888-ATTY-911, you speak with a real person who cares—not a voicemail system.

Call Now Before Evidence Disappears

The black box data is ticking. That trucking company has already called their lawyers. You need someone fighting for you right now.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in an 18-wheeler accident in Fayette County, St. Elmo, Vandalia, Brownstown, Ramsey, or anywhere in Illinois, call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911 or 888-288-9911 today.

The consultation is free. There is no fee unless we win. And we fight for every dime you deserve.

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