An 80,000-pound truck changes everything in an instant. On I-95 outside Baltimore, on the Beltway around the city, or near the Port of Baltimore where heavy cargo traffic converges, a collision with an 18-wheeler doesn’t just dent your bumper—it shatters lives. If you’re reading this from a hospital room in Baltimore, Frederick, or the DC suburbs, or if you’re mourning a loved one killed on Maryland highways, you’re facing a fight you didn’t ask for. But you don’t have to fight it alone.
At Attorney911, we’ve spent over 25 years standing between trucking companies and the families they devastate. Ralph Manginello has been handling catastrophic trucking cases since 1998, securing multi-million dollar verdicts for victims of traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and wrongful death. Our team includes Lupe Peña, a former insurance defense attorney who spent years inside the very system now trying to minimize your claim—so he knows exactly how to beat them. When Maryland’s contributory negligence laws threaten to bar your recovery entirely, you need a fighter who understands exactly how to prove the truck driver was 100% at fault.
Why Maryland Highways Are Uniquely Dangerous for 18-Wheeler Accidents
Maryland occupies a precarious position on the Eastern Seaboard. We’re the crossroads of the Northeast corridor, with I-95 funneling massive commercial traffic through our state 24 hours a day. The Port of Baltimore—ranked #9 in the nation and #1 for auto imports—generates enormous freight volume that translates to thousands of heavy trucks on our roads daily. When you combine this density with Maryland’s harsh winters, tight urban corridors like the Baltimore Beltway, and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge’s restrictive truck policies, you have a recipe for catastrophic collisions.
The statistics are sobering. While the national average sees over 5,000 annual fatalities and 125,000 injuries in trucking accidents, Maryland’s position as a shipping gateway means our highways see disproportionate heavy traffic. Trucks carrying hazardous materials must navigate I-95 through densely populated areas. Container trucks leaving the Port of Baltimore struggle with overweight loads on curves. And every winter, ice storms turn I-70 through Frederick and I-68 through Western Maryland into danger zones where an 80,000-pound vehicle becomes an uncontrollable missile.
What’s worse, Maryland is one of only five jurisdictions in America—including Virginia, Alabama, North Carolina, and Washington D.C.—that follows pure contributory negligence. Here’s what that means in brutal terms: if you’re found even 1% at fault for your accident, you recover nothing. Zero. This harsh reality makes it absolutely critical to have an attorney who can prove the trucking company’s driver was entirely responsible for the crash. As client Chad Harris told us after we fought for his family, “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.” That’s the level of dedication you need when Maryland law stacks the deck against you.
The Devastating Physics of 18-Wheeler Collisions
Your sedan weighs roughly 4,000 pounds. A fully loaded semi-truck weighs up to 80,000 pounds. That’s not a collision—that’s a demolition. At 65 miles per hour, an 80,000-pound truck carries roughly 80 times the kinetic energy of your vehicle. It needs approximately 525 feet to stop—nearly two football fields—compared to your car’s 300 feet.
When these vehicles collide on Maryland’s I-270 during rush hour, or on I-83 heading toward the Pennsylvania line, the results are predictably catastrophic. The trailer rides higher than your car’s hood, creating deadly underride scenarios where the passenger compartment is sheared off. The truck’s mass means it often climbs over smaller vehicles in override accidents. And the cargo—whether it’s automobiles from the Port of Baltimore, chemicals from Delaware refineries, or consumer goods for DC’s metro area—can spill, creating secondary accidents and chemical exposure risks.
Types of 18-Wheeler Accidents We Handle in Maryland
Every trucking accident is different, but Maryland’s geography creates distinct patterns. Here are the accident types we see most frequently on our highways, and why they happen here.
Jackknife Accidents on I-95 and I-70
A jackknife occurs when the trailer swings out perpendicular to the cab, creating a massive roadblock that sweeps across all lanes. These are particularly common on Maryland’s interstate system during winter weather, but they also occur when truckers speed through curves on I-70 heading toward the Appalachians or brake suddenly in I-95 traffic near the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel.
Under federal regulations (49 CFR § 393.48), trucking companies must maintain brake systems to prevent exactly these failures. When a driver locks up brakes on wet pavement or enters a curve too fast on I-68, the trailer swings wide. We recently investigated a case where improper brake adjustment led to a jackknife near Frederick—evidence we preserved through immediate spoliation letters demanded within 24 hours of our engagement.
Underride Collisions: The Deadliest Accidents on Maryland Highways
Underride crashes occur when a smaller vehicle slides beneath the trailer, often shearing off the passenger compartment at windshield level. These are among the most fatal accidents we see, particularly on Maryland’s congested I-95 corridor where stop-and-go traffic creates rear underride risks, and on the Capital Beltway where trucks make wide turns across multiple lanes.
Federal law (49 CFR § 393.86) requires rear impact guards on trailers manufactured after 1998, but there’s no federal mandate for side underride guards. When a truck cuts across traffic making a delivery in downtown Baltimore or changes lanes abruptly on I-97, side underride can occur. We’ve seen these accidents result in immediate decapitation and catastrophic head trauma. The trucking company knows these guards save lives but often chooses profit over protection.
Rear-End Collisions in Heavy Traffic
Maryland’s congestion—particularly on I-95, I-270, and I-695—is notorious. A fully loaded truck needs 40% more stopping distance than your car. When a distracted trucker follows too closely (violating 49 CFR § 392.11) or drives while fatigued (violating 49 CFR § 392.3), rear-end collisions devastate families.
These cases often involve Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data proving the driver exceeded Hours of Service limits. The 11-hour driving limit isn’t a suggestion—it’s federal law (49 CFR § 395.8). When we download ECM data from trucks involved in rear-end crashes on the Baltimore Beltway, we frequently find the driver was operating beyond legal limits, pushed by dispatchers to make delivery deadlines.
Wide Turn Accidents in Baltimore’s Tight Streets
Eighteen-wheelers require massive turning radiuses. When a truck swings left to make a right turn—a maneuver called “squeeze play”—cars in the adjacent lane often get crushed. This is particularly dangerous in Baltimore’s historic districts with narrow streets, or around the Port of Baltimore where trucks navigate tight industrial roads.
These accidents often involve blind spot failures. Under 49 CFR § 393.80, trucks must have properly adjusted mirrors, but many drivers fail to check their massive right-side blind spot before turning. We’ve handled cases where trucks crushed passenger vehicles against curbs in the Inner Harbor area because the driver simply didn’t see the car beside him.
Blind Spot Collisions on Multi-Lane Highways
Trucks have four “No-Zones”—areas where the driver cannot see you. The right side blind spot is the largest and deadliest. On Maryland’s I-95, where trucks constantly change lanes to navigate through traffic, blind spot accidents happen weekly. When a trucker fails to signal (violating state traffic laws) or merges without checking mirrors (violating 49 CFR § 392.11), catastrophic sideswipe accidents occur.
Brake Failure on Mountain Grades
Western Maryland’s I-68 and I-70 feature steep grades where brake failure causes runaway truck accidents. Federal law (49 CFR § 396) requires systematic inspection and maintenance of brake systems. When trucking companies defer maintenance to save money—skipping the annual inspections required by 49 CFR § 396.17—brake fade on long descents leads to disasters.
We recently investigated a crash where a truck’s brakes failed descending toward Cumberland. The driver missed the runaway truck ramp and plowed into traffic. Our review of maintenance records showed the company hadn’t performed required brake adjustments in over 14 months—a clear violation of 49 CFR § 396.3 that constituted corporate negligence.
Tire Blowouts and Road Debris
The extreme heat of Maryland summers and the cold of winter create perfect conditions for tire failures. When a truck tire blows on I-95 at 65 mph, the driver often loses control, or the tire debris—called “road gators”—strikes following vehicles. Federal regulations (49 CFR § 393.75) mandate minimum tread depths and inspection requirements, but trucking companies frequently run tires bald to save replacement costs.
Cargo Spills and Hazardous Materials
The Port of Baltimore handles massive volumes of cargo, including hazardous materials bound for the DC metro area. When cargo isn’t properly secured per 49 CFR § 393.100-136, it shifts during transit, causing rollovers, or spills onto the highway, creating chain-reaction crashes. We’ve handled cases where improperly secured auto transport carriers spilled vehicles onto I-695, and where chemical tankers overturned on I-97, requiring hazmat evacuations.
Given Maryland’s contributory negligence laws, proving these violations is absolutely essential. If the trucking company can argue you were even 1% responsible for the accident, you recover nothing. That’s why we immediately preserve black box data, driver qualification files, and maintenance records before they can “disappear.”
The Ten Potentially Liable Parties in Maryland Trucking Cases
Most people think you can only sue the truck driver. That mistake costs families millions. In trucking litigation, multiple parties often share liability—and each carries separate insurance coverage. We investigate every possible defendant because more liable parties mean more insurance coverage means higher compensation for you.
1. The Truck Driver
The individual behind the wheel may be personally liable for speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, or impairment. We immediately subpoena their driving record, cell phone records, and drug test results. If they were texting while driving (violating 49 CFR § 392.82) or driving while fatigued, they face personal liability.
2. The Trucking Company (Motor Carrier)
This is often your primary target. Under the doctrine of respondeat superior, employers are liable for their employees’ negligent acts. But trucking companies also face direct liability for:
- Negligent hiring (49 CFR § 391.11 requires proper CDL verification and background checks)
- Negligent training (failure to train on cargo securement or Hours of Service)
- Negligent supervision (ignoring ELD violations or driver log falsifications)
- Negligent maintenance (violating 49 CFR § 396 by failing to inspect brakes or tires)
Many trucking companies operating in Maryland are based elsewhere—often in Texas, where our firm maintains principal offices. Our federal court admission (Southern District of Texas) allows us to pursue these carriers nationwide. As Ralph Manginello has proven over 25 years, “We’re not afraid to take on the biggest carriers in the country.”
3. The Cargo Owner/Shipper
Companies shipping goods through the Port of Baltimore or to DC federal contractors often specify delivery schedules that pressure drivers to violate Hours of Service limits. They may also fail to disclose hazardous cargo properties. When improper loading instructions or rush schedules cause accidents, the shipper shares liability.
4. The Loading Company
Third-party warehouse operations near the Port of Baltimore often load containers. If they fail to properly secure cargo (violating 49 CFR § 393.100), exceed weight limits, or create unbalanced loads that cause rollovers on I-95 curves, they face significant liability. We subpoena loading dock records and weight certification documents immediately.
5. Truck and Trailer Manufacturers
Defective brake systems, faulty steering mechanisms, or inadequate underguard protection can lead to product liability claims. When trailer underride guards fail (despite meeting minimal federal standards) or brake systems malfunction due to design defects, we pursue the manufacturers. This often involves complex litigation against major corporations—something Ralph Manginello has done since the BP Texas City explosion litigation involving $2.1 billion in settlements.
6. Parts Manufacturers
Defective tires, brake components, or coupling devices cause catastrophic accidents. When a tire blowout causes a rollover on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge approach, we investigate whether the tire manufacturer knew of defect patterns. These cases require immediate preservation of the failed components for expert analysis.
7. Maintenance Companies
Many trucking companies outsource maintenance to third-party shops. When these facilities perform negligent repairs—failing to properly adjust brakes per 49 CFR § 393.40 or ignoring worn tire conditions—they become liable. We obtain work orders and mechanic qualification records to prove corners were cut.
8. Freight Brokers
Brokers arrange transportation but don’t own the trucks. They have a duty to select safe carriers with proper insurance and authority. When brokers choose the cheapest carrier while ignoring poor safety ratings (available through FMCSA’s SAFER system) to maximize their profit margin, they commit negligent selection. This is increasingly common with the rise of app-based freight matching in the Maryland-DC logistics corridor.
9. Truck Owner (If Different from Carrier)
In owner-operator arrangements common in the Port of Baltimore drayage industry, the individual truck owner may bear liability for negligent entrustment or failure to maintain their equipment. Lease agreements determine responsibility, but often both the owner and carrier share liability.
10. Government Entities
Maryland’s State Highway Administration or local governments may bear liability for dangerous road design, inadequate signage, or failure to maintain safe conditions. The Baltimore Beltway’s tight ramps, missing guardrails on mountain roads, or inadequate ice treatment on I-70 can contribute to accidents. These cases involve sovereign immunity complications and strict notice requirements—you must act fast.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations: The Law That Protects You
Every 18-wheeler on Maryland roads must comply with strict federal regulations codified in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These laws exist because trucking companies prioritize profit over safety. When they violate these rules, they’re negligent, and you deserve compensation.
Part 390: General Applicability
These regulations apply to all commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) over 10,001 pounds operating in interstate commerce. Most 18-wheelers fall under these rules, even if they operate primarily within Maryland, due to the interstate nature of freight movement between the Port of Baltimore and DC, Pennsylvania, or other states.
Part 391: Driver Qualification Standards
Before a driver can legally operate a CMV, they must:
- Be at least 21 years old for interstate commerce (18 for intrastate)
- Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Pass a physical exam every 24 months (medical certification per § 391.41)
- Pass a road test or equivalent
- Have a clean driving record (no disqualifying offenses per § 391.15)
Trucking companies must maintain a Driver Qualification (DQ) File containing employment applications, driving records, previous employer verifications, and drug test results. When we subpoena these files, we often find companies hired drivers with suspended licenses or failed drug tests—clear negligent hiring that makes the company liable.
Part 392: Driving Rules
This section contains the operational rules drivers must follow:
- § 392.3: No driving while fatigued or ill
- § 392.4: No Schedule I substance use (including while on duty)
- § 392.5: Blood alcohol content must be below .04 (stricter than the .08 limit for car drivers)
- § 392.11: Following distance must be “reasonable and prudent”
- § 392.82: No handheld mobile phone use while driving
Violations of these rules constitute negligence per se.
Part 393: Vehicle Safety and Cargo Securement
Trucks must have:
- Properly functioning brake systems (§ 393.40-55)
- Working lights and reflectors (§ 393.11)
- Adequate rear impact guards (§ 393.86)
Cargo must be secured per § 393.100-136, with tiedowns capable of withstanding 0.8 g forward deceleration forces. When cargo shifts causing a rollover on I-83, or when steel coils spill onto I-95, these regulations prove the company’s negligence.
Part 395: Hours of Service (HOS)
These are the most commonly violated regulations:
- 11-hour driving limit: Cannot drive more than 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off-duty
- 14-hour duty window: Cannot drive beyond the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty
- 30-minute break: Required after 8 cumulative hours of driving
- 60/70 hour weekly limits: Cannot drive after 60 hours in 7 days or 70 hours in 8 days
- 34-hour restart: Can reset weekly limits with 34 consecutive hours off duty
Since the 2017 ELD mandate (§ 395.8), most trucks have electronic logs that objectively record these violations. When we download ECM and ELD data immediately after an accident, we frequently find drivers exceeded these limits—often pressured by dispatchers to meet unrealistic delivery windows.
Part 396: Inspection and Maintenance
Companies must:
- Systematically inspect, repair, and maintain vehicles (§ 396.3)
- Conduct annual inspections (§ 396.17)
- Require drivers to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection reports (§ 396.11 and § 396.13)
- Maintain maintenance records for at least 1 year (§ 396.3)
Brake problems contribute to approximately 29% of truck crashes. When we find deferred maintenance—brake pads worn below specifications, tires below minimum tread depth (4/32″ for steer tires per § 393.75)—we prove the company’s disregard for safety.
The 48-Hour Evidence Preservation Protocol: Why Time Kills Cases
Here’s something trucking companies don’t want you to know: critical evidence starts disappearing immediately after a crash.
ECM/Black Box Data: Electronic Control Modules record speed, braking, and throttle position before impact. This data can be overwritten in as little as 30 days—or instantly if the truck is driven again.
ELD Records: Electronic Logging Devices prove Hours of Service violations. FMCSA only requires carriers to retain these for 6 months, and many purge them sooner.
Dashcam Footage: Often deleted within 7-14 days if not preserved.
Driver Qualification Files: Can be “updated” or altered if not immediately secured.
Physical Evidence: The truck itself may be repaired, sold, or scrapped, destroying evidence of brake failures or maintenance defects.
When you call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911, we immediately deploy our preservation protocol. Within 24 hours, we send spoliation letters to the trucking company, their insurer, and all potentially liable parties demanding preservation of:
- ECM and ELD data downloads
- Driver Qualification Files
- Maintenance and inspection records
- Cell phone records
- Dispatch communications
- GPS tracking data
- Dashcam footage
- The physical truck and trailer
Once these letters are sent, destroying evidence constitutes spoliation, which courts punish with sanctions, adverse jury instructions (telling the jury the destroyed evidence would have helped you), or even default judgments. But if you wait even a week, the data may be gone forever.
As client Donald Wilcox discovered after another firm rejected his case, “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.” We took his case when evidence was still fresh, preserved the critical data, and delivered results.
Catastrophic Injuries and Their Lifelong Impact
Eighteen-wheeler accidents don’t cause simple fender-benders. They cause catastrophic, life-altering injuries that require millions in lifetime care.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
The force of a truck impact often causes the brain to strike the inside of the skull, resulting in TBI. Symptoms include memory loss, confusion, personality changes, depression, and cognitive impairment. Severe TBIs may require 24/7 care and cost $3 million or more over a lifetime. As Ernest Cano, a former client, said, “Mr. Manginello and his firm are first class. Will fight tooth and nail for you”—exactly what you need when facing years of rehabilitation.
Our documented TBI settlements range from $1.5 million to $9.8 million, depending on severity and long-term care needs.
Spinal Cord Injury and Paralysis
An 80,000-pound truck crushes vehicles, often damaging the spinal cord. Complete spinal injuries result in paraplegia (loss of lower body function) or quadriplegia (loss of all four limbs). These injuries require lifelong medical care, home modifications, and loss of earning capacity. Settlement ranges typically fall between $4.7 million and $25.8 million.
Amputation
Crushing injuries from trucks often necessitate limb amputation. Whether traumatic (severed at the scene) or surgical (due to irrecoverable damage), amputations require prosthetics ($50,000+ per device, replaced every few years), occupational therapy, and career retraining. Our amputation case results range from $1.9 million to $8.6 million.
Severe Burns
Fuel fires and hazardous material spills cause third and fourth-degree burns requiring skin grafts, plastic surgery, and treatment for chronic pain. These cases often involve disfigurement and psychological trauma.
Internal Organ Damage
Blunt force trauma damages livers, kidneys, spleens, and lungs. These injuries often require emergency surgery and may result in permanent organ dysfunction.
Wrongful Death
When trucking accidents kill, families are left with funeral expenses, lost income, and profound emotional trauma. Under Maryland law, wrongful death claims must be filed within 3 years. Our wrongful death recoveries range from $1.9 million to $9.5 million.
Insurance Coverage and the $750,000 to $5 Million Reality
Federal law mandates minimum insurance coverage for commercial trucks far exceeding typical auto policies:
- $750,000: General freight (non-hazardous)
- $1,000,000: Oil, petroleum, large equipment
- $5,000,000: Hazardous materials
Many carriers carry even higher limits—$2 million to $5 million is common for major fleets operating on I-95. This means money is available to compensate catastrophic injuries, but accessing it requires proving the trucking company’s negligence.
The industry is experiencing “nuclear verdicts”—massive awards that reflect jury outrage at trucking company negligence. Recent verdicts include a $1 billion award in Florida (2021) and a $462 million award in Missouri (2024) for underride deaths. While every case differs, these verdicts show what happens when juries learn about destroyed evidence, falsified logs, and ignored safety violations.
Why Maryland’s Contributory Negligence Law Makes Hiring a Specialist Essential
We cannot emphasize this enough: Maryland is a contributory negligence state. If the trucking company proves you were even 1% responsible for the accident—perhaps you were speeding slightly, or changed lanes without signaling—you recover nothing. This draconian rule, shared only with Alabama, North Carolina, Virginia, and D.C., makes it essential to hire an attorney who can prove 100% liability.
This requires:
- Immediate evidence preservation (before the truck company destroys it)
- Expert accident reconstruction
- Thorough investigation of FMCSA violations
- Aggressive litigation to prevent the trucking company from shifting blame
As client Glenda Walker said, “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.” In Maryland, that fight is harder than elsewhere, which is why you need a firm with 25+ years of experience and a former insurance defense attorney who knows every trick the trucking company will use to blame you.
The Attorney911 Advantage: What Makes Us Different
25+ Years of Federal Court Experience
Ralph Manginello has been fighting for injury victims since 1998. He’s admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and has handled cases against Fortune 500 companies. When a Maryland case involves interstate trucking companies headquartered elsewhere, this federal experience matters.
The Insurance Defense Insider
Lupe Peña isn’t just an associate attorney—he’s a former insurance defense lawyer who spent years defending trucking companies. He knows:
- How insurance companies evaluate claims (using software like Colossus)
- When adjusters are bluffing versus when they’ll actually settle
- How to counter every tactic they use to minimize your payout
As we tell every client, “Having Lupe on your team means knowing the enemy’s playbook.”
Multi-Million Dollar Results
We’ve recovered $50+ million for clients, including:
- $5+ million for a traumatic brain injury victim struck by a falling log
- $3.8+ million for a partial leg amputation following a car accident
- $2.5+ million for a commercial truck crash
- $2+ million for a maritime back injury
We’re currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit against the University of Houston for hazing-related injuries, demonstrating our capacity to handle complex, high-stakes litigation against institutional defendants.
4.9-Star Client Satisfaction
With 251+ Google reviews and a 4.9-star average, our record speaks for itself. Kiimarii Yup put it best: “I lost everything… 1 year later I have gained so much in return plus a brand new truck.” Angel Walle noted, “They solved in a couple of months what others did nothing about in two years.”
Three Offices Serving Maryland
While our principal offices are in Houston (1177 West Loop S, Suite 1600), Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, we handle trucking cases nationwide. Our federal court admission allows us to represent Maryland clients against carriers based anywhere. We offer remote consultations and travel to Maryland for critical case events.
Hablamos Español
Lupe Peña provides fluent Spanish-language representation without interpreters. For Maryland’s Hispanic community involved in trucking accidents, direct communication ensures nothing is lost in translation. Hablamos Español. Llame al 1-888-ATTY-911.
Frequently Asked Questions: Maryland 18-Wheeler Accidents
Q: How long do I have to file a lawsuit after a trucking accident in Maryland?
A: Maryland law provides 3 years from the date of injury for personal injury claims, and 3 years for wrongful death claims. However, if a government entity is involved (such as the Maryland Transportation Authority), you must file a notice of claim within 1 year or lose your right to sue. More importantly, evidence disappears fast—call us immediately.
Q: What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
A: Under Maryland’s contributory negligence law, if you’re found even 1% at fault, you cannot recover damages. This makes it critical to hire an attorney immediately who can prove the truck driver was 100% responsible. We investigate aggressively to rebut any allegations of comparative fault.
Q: Who pays my medical bills while the case is pending?
A: Your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance or health insurance should cover initial treatment. If you lack coverage, we can arrange treatment with physicians who accept Letters of Protection (payment from settlement proceeds). Never delay treatment because you can’t afford it—your health comes first.
Q: Can I sue the trucking company if the driver was an independent contractor?
A: Sometimes. Even owner-operators may be covered under the carrier’s insurance policy, and the company may still be liable for negligent selection or supervision. Additionally, federal regulations often apply regardless of employment status.
Q: What if the trucking company is from another state?
A: This is common on I-95. We can sue out-of-state trucking companies in Maryland federal court or state court. Our federal admission allows us to handle cases nationwide.
Q: How much is my case worth?
A: Value depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and available insurance. Maryland’s non-economic damages cap (approximately $920,000 as of 2024, adjusted annually) limits pain and suffering awards unless a specific exception applies, but economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) are uncapped in most cases.
Q: Will my case go to trial?
A: Most settle, but we prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies offer better settlements to firms with trial experience—and Ralph Manginello has been trying cases since 1998.
Q: What if the truck driver doesn’t have enough insurance?
A: We investigate all potentially liable parties—cargo loaders, maintenance companies, brokers—each with separate insurance. Your own Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage may also apply.
Q: How do you prove the driver was fatigued?
A: We download Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data showing Hours of Service violations, subpoena dispatch records showing schedule pressure, and analyze ECM data for erratic driving patterns consistent with fatigue.
Q: Can undocumented immigrants recover damages in Maryland?
A: Yes. Immigration status does not affect your right to compensation for injuries caused by someone else’s negligence. We represent all accident victims regardless of immigration status.
Call Attorney911 Before Evidence Disappears
The trucking company that hit you has already called their lawyers. Their insurance adjuster is already looking for ways to minimize your claim. Their rapid-response team is already at the scene documenting evidence favorable to them.
What are you doing to protect yourself?
Every hour you wait, black box data gets closer to being overwritten. Witnesses’ memories fade. Dashcam footage gets deleted. And Maryland’s contributory negligence law means the trucking company is working overtime to prove you were even 1% at fault—so they can pay you nothing.
Don’t let them win. Call Attorney911 now at 1-888-288-9911 or 888-ATTY-911.
We answer 24/7 because trucking accidents don’t happen on business hours. We offer free consultations with no obligation. We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win. And we fight for every dime you deserve, just like we did for Glenda Walker, Donald Wilcox, and hundreds of other families.
Hablamos Español. If you prefer to speak Spanish, ask for Lupe Peña. He’ll handle your case directly without interpreters.
From the Baltimore Beltway to the Port of Baltimore, from I-70 in Frederick to I-95 through Baltimore County, we’ve got Maryland families covered. When an 80,000-pound truck changes your life, you need a legal army that hits back harder.
Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now. Your fight starts today.
