Boone County 18-Wheeler Accident Lawyers: When Trucks Change Everything

The Moment Everything Changed

You were driving home on I-65 through Lebanon. Maybe you were heading to Zionsville for work, or picking up groceries near the Whitestown distribution centers. One second, traffic was moving normally. The next, 80,000 pounds of steel slammed into your vehicle.

Or perhaps it happened on I-74, that busy east-west corridor cutting through Boone County farmland. A semi-truck jackknifed in front of you. A cargo spill blocked the highway. A distracted truck driver drifted across the centerline on a rural county road.

If you’re reading this, you or someone you love has been hurt in a Boone County trucking accident. You’re dealing with pain, uncertainty, and medical bills that are already piling up. Meanwhile, the trucking company has already called their lawyers. Their insurance adjuster has already started building a case against you.

You need someone in your corner who knows truck accidents—not just car accidents, but the complex federal regulations and multi-party litigation that 18-wheeler cases demand.

You need Attorney911.

Why Boone County Truck Accidents Are Different

Boone County isn’t just another county on the map. Located northwest of Indianapolis at the convergence of major interstate freight corridors, our community faces unique trucking risks that demand specialized legal experience.

The Crossroads of I-65 and I-74

Boone County sits at a critical intersection for American freight. Interstate 65—the primary north-south artery connecting the Great Lakes to the Gulf Coast—cuts right through Lebanon and continues past the growing logistics parks near Whitestown. Interstate 74—the key east-west route connecting Indianapolis to Peoria and beyond—crosses through Boone County carrying thousands of commercial trucks daily.

These aren’t just roads. They’re freight corridors serving:

• The massive distribution centers sprouting along I-65 in Whitestown and Boone County’s industrial parks
• Agricultural operations moving grain, livestock, and equipment across Indiana’s breadbasket
• Manufacturing facilities in Lebanon and throughout the county
• Cross-country traffic bypassing Indianapolis via I-465 to I-74 and I-65

When you combine heavy truck volume with Boone County’s mix of rural highways, suburban sprawl, and Indiana weather—ranging from summer thunderstorms to winter ice storms—you get dangerous conditions for catastrophic accidents.

The Local Reality: More Than Just “Truck Accidents”

Boone County truck accidents aren’t just fender-benders. They’re life-altering events caused by:

• Fatigued truckers pushing to make delivery windows at Indianapolis-area distribution centers
• Overloaded agricultural trucks on rural roads during harvest season
• Distracted drivers navigating the busy I-65/I-74 interchange near Zionsville
• Maintenance failures on trucks that logged thousands of miles without proper inspection

These accidents require attorneys who understand federal trucking regulations, not just Indiana traffic laws.

Meet Your Boone County Trucking Accident Legal Team

Ralph Manginello: 25+ Years Fighting For Victims

Ralph Manginello has spent over two decades holding trucking companies accountable. As the Managing Partner of Attorney911, he’s secured multi-million dollar settlements for families devastated by commercial vehicle accidents across the United States.

Here’s what that means for your Boone County case:

Federal Court Experience: Ralph is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and multiple federal courts. This matters because trucking accidents often involve interstate commerce and federal regulations—cases that can be filed in federal court to your advantage.

Fortune 500 Litigation Background: Ralph was one of the select Texas attorneys involved in the BP Texas City refinery explosion litigation following the 2005 disaster that killed 15 workers and injured 170 others. When we say we take on the biggest corporations, we mean it. We’ve faced down BP, Walmart trucking operations, Coca-Cola distribution fleets, Amazon delivery networks, FedEx, and UPS.

Proven Results: Our firm has recovered over $50 million for injury victims. In trucking and catastrophic injury cases specifically, we’ve secured:

• $5+ million for a traumatic brain injury victim struck by falling equipment at a logging operation
• $3.8+ million for a client who suffered a partial leg amputation following a car accident with medical complications
• $2.5+ million in truck crash recoveries
• $2+ million for maritime workers under the Jones Act

Current Major Litigation: We’re currently litigating a $10 million lawsuit against the University of Houston and Pi Kappa Phi fraternity involving hazing allegations—demonstrating we have the resources and resolve to take on complex, high-stakes litigation against powerful defendants.

Ralph Manginello isn’t just a lawyer with a website. He’s a trial attorney with 25 years of courtroom experience who understands what it takes to beat trucking companies at their own game.

Lupe Peña: Your Insider Advantage Against Insurance Companies

Here’s something most law firms can’t offer: Our associate attorney, Lupe Peña, used to work for insurance companies. Now he fights against them.

Lupe spent years at a national defense firm learning exactly how trucking insurers evaluate claims, train adjusters to minimize payouts, and deploy tactics to deny legitimate claims. He knows their playbook because he used to run plays from it.

Now he uses that insider knowledge to protect Boone County accident victims. When the trucking company’s adjuster tries to lowball your settlement or claims your injuries aren’t serious, Lupe sees through the tactics immediately. He knows when they’re bluffing, when they’ll settle, and when they’re trying to drag out the process hoping you’ll give up.

Additional Benefits Lupe Brings:

• Federal Court Admission: Like Ralph, Lupe is admitted to federal court, allowing us to handle complex interstate trucking cases
• Bilingual Spanish Services: Lupe is fluent in Spanish. If your primary language is Spanish, you can speak directly with your attorney without interpreters. Hablamos Español. Llame a Lupe Peña al 1-888-ATTY-911.
• Texas Roots: As a third-generation Texan born in Sugar Land, Lupe understands working-class values and fights for everyday people against corporate interests

What Makes 18-Wheeler Accidents Different from Car Crashes

Car accidents are straightforward compared to commercial trucking cases. When an 18-wheeler hits you in Boone County, everything changes—the physics, the laws, the liable parties, and the stakes.

The Physics of Devastation

A passenger car weighs roughly 3,500 to 4,000 pounds. A fully loaded 18-wheeler can weigh 80,000 pounds—that’s 20 to 25 times heavier than your vehicle.

This isn’t just “a bigger car.” It’s a completely different class of danger:

• Stopping Distance: At 65 mph, a loaded truck needs approximately 525 feet to stop. That’s nearly two football fields. On I-65 near Lebanon, that means a trucker who spots stopped traffic ahead may not be able to stop in time.
• Impact Force: Force equals mass times acceleration. An 80,000-pound truck carries roughly 80 times the kinetic energy of a passenger car.
• Crush Zones: Modern cars have crumple zones designed to absorb impact from other cars. They aren’t designed to absorb the wrath of an 80,000-pound semi.

The result? When 18-wheelers hit passenger vehicles in Boone County, the injuries aren’t bruises and whiplash. They’re catastrophic.

Federal Regulations: The Rulebook Trucking Companies Break

Trucking companies must follow Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations—rules that don’t apply to regular cars. When they break these rules, they endanger everyone on Boone County roads.

49 CFR Part 391 – Driver Qualification Standards:
Trucking companies must verify their drivers are qualified. They must maintain Driver Qualification Files containing:

• Employment applications and background checks
• Motor vehicle records showing driving history
• Medical examiner’s certificates (renewed max every 2 years)
• Drug and alcohol test records

If a trucking company failed to properly screen a driver with a history of DUIs or safety violations, that’s negligent hiring—and they’re liable for putting that dangerous driver on I-65.

49 CFR Part 392 – Driving of Commercial Motor Vehicles:

• § 392.3: No driver shall operate while fatigued or impaired. Fatigue causes approximately 31% of fatal truck crashes.
• § 392.11: Drivers must maintain reasonable following distance. Tailgating an 18-wheeler on I-74 is terrifying—and illegal for the trucker.
• § 392.82: No hand-held mobile phone use while driving. Texting truckers are deadly truckers.

49 CFR Part 393 – Parts and Accessories for Safe Operation:

• § 393.100-136: Cargo must be secured with working load limits meeting specific performance criteria. Improperly secured loads cause rollovers and spills on Boone County highways.
• § 393.40-55: Brake systems must be properly maintained. Brake problems factor into approximately 29% of large truck crashes.

49 CFR Part 395 – Hours of Service (HOS):
This is where trucking companies routinely cheat:

• 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 limits: Cannot drive after 60 hours in 7 days or 70 hours in 8 days

Since December 2017, trucks must use Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) that record actual driving time—making it harder to fake paper logs. But violations still happen, especially when companies pressure drivers to meet delivery windows at Whitestown distribution centers or Indianapolis-bound freight hubs.

49 CFR Part 396 – Inspection and Maintenance:

• § 396.3: Systematic inspection, repair, and maintenance required
• § 396.11: Drivers must complete post-trip inspection reports
• § 396.17: Annual comprehensive inspections required

Maintenance records show whether a trucking company deferred brake repairs or ignored tire wear—critical evidence when a tire blowout or brake failure causes a crash on I-65.

Types of 18-Wheeler Accidents We Handle in Boone County

Not all truck accidents are the same. Each type involves different mechanics, different liable parties, and different evidence preservation needs.

Jackknife Accidents

A jackknife occurs when the trailer swings out perpendicular to the cab, folding like a pocket knife. On Boone County’s I-74 or I-65, a jackknifed truck can block multiple lanes instantly, causing multi-vehicle pileups.

Causes:

• Sudden braking on wet or icy roads (common in Indiana winters)
• Speeding on curves
• Empty or lightly loaded trailers (more prone to swing)
• Brake system failures

Evidence We Gather:

• ECM data showing brake application timing
• Skid mark analysis
• Weather conditions at the time
• Whether the driver was properly trained for emergency maneuvers

FMCSA Violations: 49 CFR § 393.48 (brake malfunction), § 392.6 (speeding for conditions)

Rollover Accidents

When an 18-wheeler tips onto its side or roof, the results are catastrophic. Rollovers often occur on the I-765/I-74 interchange approaches or rural Boone County roads with sharp curves.

Causes:

• Taking curves too fast (especially with liquid cargo “slosh”)
• Improperly loaded or unsecured cargo shifting center of gravity
• Overcorrection after tire blowout
• Driver fatigue causing delayed reaction

Evidence We Gather:

• Cargo manifest and securement documentation
• Driver training records on rollover prevention
• Post-crash cargo distribution analysis

FMCSA Violations: 49 CFR § 393.100-136 (cargo securement failures), § 392.6 (excessive speed)

Underride Collisions

Among the deadliest accidents, underrides occur when a car slides under the trailer. The trailer height often shears off the passenger compartment at windshield level.

Types:

• Rear underride: Car hits back of stopped or slowing trailer
• Side underride: Car slides under trailer during lane changes or turns

Critical Evidence:

• Whether the trailer had compliant rear impact guards (49 CFR § 393.86 required for trailers manufactured after January 26, 1998)
• Guard maintenance and condition
• Lighting and reflector compliance

The Horror: Side underride guards are NOT federally mandated, despite being horrifically deadly. We advocate for victims of these preventable tragedies.

Rear-End Collisions

A loaded truck needs 40% more stopping distance than your car. On I-65 during rush hour or when traffic backs up near the Whitestown exits, truckers who follow too closely or drive distracted can devastate families.

Causes:

• Following too closely (49 CFR § 392.11 prohibits this)
• Driver distraction (cell phone, dispatch radio)
• Fatigue (delayed reaction times)
• Brake failures from poor maintenance

Evidence:

• ECM data showing following distance and speed
• ELD data proving hours of service violations
• Cell phone records proving distraction

Wide Turn Accidents (“Squeeze Play”)

18-wheelers need wide turns. When a truck swings left before executing a right turn, drivers behind sometimes enter the gap—then get crushed when the truck completes the turn.

Common in:

• Downtown Lebanon intersections
• Retail parking lots off I-65
• Rural intersections with tight corners

Liability: Often involves both driver negligence (failure to signal, improper technique) and trucking company liability (inadequate training).

Blind Spot Accidents (“No-Zone” Crashes)

Trucks have massive blind spots on all four sides:

• Front: 20 feet directly ahead
• Rear: 30 feet behind
• Left side: Extends from cab door back
• Right side: Largest blind spot, extends multiple lanes

When truckers change lanes without checking mirrors—or when mirrors are improperly adjusted—cars in these no-zones get hit, forced off the road, or crushed.

Evidence: Mirror condition, driver training on blind spot awareness, dashcam footage

Tire Blowout Accidents

“Road gators”—shredded tire debris—cause thousands of accidents annually. When a steer tire blows on an 80,000-pound truck, the driver often loses control instantly.

Common on: I-74 and I-65 during summer heat, or when trucks carry loads exceeding tire ratings.

Evidence: Tire maintenance records, inflation logs, cargo weight records, tire age and manufacturer data

Regulation: 49 CFR § 393.75 requires minimum tread depth (4/32″ on steer tires, 2/32″ on others) and proper tire condition.

Brake Failure Accidents

Brake problems contribute to approximately 29% of large truck crashes. This is unacceptable, as brake systems are entirely preventable through proper maintenance.

Evidence We Obtain:

• Brake inspection records
• Out-of-service orders
• Driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs)
• ECM brake application data

Regulation: 49 CFR § 393.40-55 (brake requirements), § 396.3 (systematic maintenance)

Cargo Spill and Shift Accidents

Boone County’s location amid Indiana’s agricultural heartland means heavy truck traffic carrying grain, livestock, and equipment. When cargo shifts or spills—whether it’s corn on I-65 or machinery on rural roads—vehicles behind crash, often catastrophically.

Causes:

• Inadequate tiedowns (49 CFR § 393.102 requires aggregate working load limits)
• Improper loading distribution
• Failure to account for liquid surge
• Overloading

Head-On Collisions

When a truck crosses the centerline on a rural Boone County road—due to fatigue, distraction, or impairment—the results are often fatal.

Evidence:

• ELD fatigue analysis
• Cell phone distraction data
• Drug and alcohol test results (required testing under 49 CFR Part 382)

Liable Parties: Who Can You Sue?

Unlike car accidents where usually only one driver is at fault, 18-wheeler accidents often involve multiple responsible parties. We investigate every potential defendant because more defendants mean more insurance coverage.

1. The Truck Driver

Direct negligence includes:

• Speeding or reckless driving
• Distracted driving (texting, eating, using dispatch devices)
• Driving while fatigued (violating hours of service)
• Driving under the influence
• Failure to conduct pre-trip inspections

2. The Trucking Company (Motor Carrier)

This is often your primary recovery source. Companies are liable under:

• Respondeat Superior: Employers are responsible for employees’ negligent acts within the scope of employment
• Negligent Hiring: Failing to check driving records, criminal history, or medical qualifications
• Negligent Training: Inadequate safety training on FMCSA regulations
• Negligent Supervision: Failing to monitor ELD compliance or driver behavior
• Negligent Maintenance: Deferring repairs to save money

3. Cargo Owner / Shipper

Companies shipping goods may be liable for:

• Requiring overloaded vehicles
• Failing to disclose hazardous cargo properties
• Providing improper loading instructions
• Pressuring drivers to violate safety regulations to meet delivery windows

4. Cargo Loading Company

Third parties loading trucks can be liable for:

• Improper cargo securement violating 49 CFR § 393
• Unbalanced load distribution
• Exceeding weight ratings
• Failure to use proper blocking and bracing

5. Truck and Trailer Manufacturers

When design or manufacturing defects cause accidents:

• Brake system design flaws
• Stability control system failures
• Fuel tank placement contributing to fires
• Defective underride guards

6. Parts Manufacturers

Companies making specific components can be liable for:

• Defective brake parts
• Faulty tires
• Defective steering mechanisms
• Malfunctioning lights or reflectors

7. Maintenance Companies

Third-party mechanics who negligently repair or inspect trucks may be liable when their failures cause accidents.

8. Freight Brokers

Brokers who arrange transportation may be liable for:

• Negligent selection of carriers with poor safety records
• Failure to verify carrier insurance or authority
• Choosing cheapest carriers despite safety concerns

9. Truck Owner (If Different from Carrier)

In owner-operator situations, the owner may bear separate liability for negligent entrustment or maintenance failures.

10. Government Entities

Boone County or the State of Indiana may be liable for:

• Dangerous road design (inadequate banking on curves, poor sight lines)
• Failure to maintain roads (potholes, debris)
• Inadequate signage warning of truck hazards

Note: Government claims have special rules, shorter deadlines, and sovereign immunity limitations. Call us immediately if you suspect road conditions contributed to your accident.

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

Trucking companies don’t wait. Within hours of an accident on I-65 or I-74, they deploy rapid-response teams to protect their interests—not yours.

Critical Evidence Destruction Timelines

The Spoliation Letter: Your Protection

Within 24 hours of being retained, we send spoliation letters to all parties demanding preservation of:

Electronic Data:

• ECM (Engine Control Module) and EDR (Event Data Recorder) data
• Electronic Logging Device records
• GPS and telematics data
• Dashcam footage
• Dispatch communications
• Cell phone records

Driver Records:

• Complete Driver Qualification File
• Drug and alcohol test results
• Employment history and background checks
• Training records
• Previous accident history

Vehicle Records:

• Maintenance and repair logs for the past year
• Inspection reports
• Parts replacement records
• Tire and brake service history

Company Records:

• Hours of service logs for 6 months prior
• Safety policies
• CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) scores
• Insurance policies

Once we send this letter, destroying evidence becomes “spoliation”—a serious legal violation. Courts can:

• Instruct juries to assume destroyed evidence was unfavorable to the trucking company
• Impose monetary sanctions
• Enter default judgment in extreme cases

The Clock is Ticking: If you wait a week, evidence may be gone. If you wait a month, it’s almost certainly destroyed. Call 1-888-288-9911 immediately to protect your case.

Catastrophic Injuries: The Real Cost of Truck Accidents

Boone County 18-wheeler accidents don’t cause simple whiplash. Given the physics involved—80,000 pounds versus 4,000 pounds—injuries are catastrophic, permanent, and life-altering.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

When an 80,000-pound truck hits your car, your brain impacts the inside of your skull. Even with airbags, the forces are devastating.

Severity Levels:

• Mild (Concussion): Headaches, confusion, dizziness
• Moderate: Extended unconsciousness, memory problems, cognitive deficits
• Severe: Coma, permanent cognitive impairment, personality changes

Long-term Impact:

• Permanent cognitive impairment affecting work and relationships
• Inability to return to previous employment
• Mood disorders, depression, anxiety
• Increased risk of early-onset dementia
• Need for lifelong care

Settlement Range: $1.5 million to $9.8 million+ (based on severity and lifetime care needs)

Spinal Cord Injury

Damage to the spinal cord can result in partial or complete paralysis.

Types:

• Paraplegia: Loss of function below the waist
• Quadriplegia: Loss of function in all four limbs, potentially requiring ventilator support
• Incomplete injuries: Some nerve function remains

Costs: Lifetime care ranges from $1.1 million to over $5 million, not including lost wages or pain and suffering.

Amputation

Traumatic amputations at the scene, or surgical amputations due to crush injuries, change everything.

Costs Include:

• Initial surgery and hospitalization
• Prosthetic limbs ($5,000-$50,000 each, requiring replacement every few years)
• Physical therapy and occupational therapy
• Home modifications
• Psychological counseling for body image and trauma

Settlement Range: $1.9 million to $8.6 million

Severe Burns

Fuel fires from ruptured tanks, chemical spills from hazmat cargo, or friction burns from being dragged can cause third and fourth-degree burns requiring:

• Multiple skin graft surgeries
• Reconstructive procedures
• Chronic pain management
• Permanent scarring and disfigurement

Internal Organ Damage

Blunt force trauma from trucking accidents often causes:

• Liver lacerations
• Spleen rupture requiring removal
• Kidney damage
• Lung contusions or collapse
• Internal bleeding requiring emergency surgery

These injuries may not show immediate symptoms but can be life-threatening without prompt medical attention.

Wrongful Death

When a Boone County trucking accident kills a loved one, surviving family members may file wrongful death claims.

Damages Include:

• Lost future income and benefits
• Loss of consortium (companionship, guidance, support)
• Mental anguish of surviving family
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Pain and suffering of the deceased before death
• Punitive damages (if gross negligence is proven)

Settlement Range: $1.9 million to $9.5 million+ depending on age, earning capacity, and circumstances.

Indiana Law: What Boone County Accident Victims Need to Know

Statute of Limitations: Don’t Miss the Deadline

In Indiana, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. For wrongful death claims, the clock also runs for two years from the date of death.

Critical: This is not a suggestion. If you miss this deadline, you lose your right to sue forever—regardless of how serious your injuries or how clear the trucking company’s fault.

Evidence disappears faster than two years, anyway. Don’t wait. Call 1-888-ATTY-911.

Comparative Negligence: The 51% Rule

Indiana follows a modified comparative negligence rule with a 51% bar. This means:

• If you are 50% or less at fault for the accident, you can recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault
• If you are 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover anything

Example: If your damages are $100,000 and you’re found 30% at fault, you recover $70,000. If you’re found 51% at fault, you recover $0.

Trucking companies and their insurers will try to blame you. We fight back with ECM data, witness testimony, and accident reconstruction to prove where fault truly lies.

Punitive Damages: Punishing Recklessness

Indiana allows punitive damages when defendants act with “malice, fraud, gross negligence, or oppression.” In trucking cases, this might apply when:

• A company knowingly hired a driver with multiple DUI convictions
• A trucking company ordered drivers to falsify logbooks
• Evidence was intentionally destroyed (spoliation)
• Maintenance was systematically ignored despite known dangers

Indiana Cap: Under Indiana law, punitive damages are capped at the greater of three times compensatory damages or $50,000.

No Damage Caps for Economic and General Damages

Unlike some states, Indiana does not cap economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) or general damages (pain and suffering) in standard personal injury cases involving trucking accidents. Your full damages are recoverable.

Boone County Truck Accident FAQ

1. What should I do immediately after an 18-wheeler accident in Boone County?

Call 911 immediately. Seek medical attention even if you feel okay—adrenaline masks serious injuries. Document everything: take photos of vehicles, the scene, your injuries, and get witness information. Get the truck’s DOT number and the driver’s information. Then call Attorney911 at 1-888-288-9911.

2. Should I talk to the trucking company’s insurance adjuster?

Never. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize your claim. They record statements and twist your words. As client Chad Harris said about our firm, “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.” Let us handle the insurance company while you heal.

3. How much is my Boone County truck accident case worth?

It depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, and insurance coverage. Trucking companies carry $750,000 to $5 million in coverage. We’ve recovered millions for catastrophic injury victims. Every case is unique—call us for a free evaluation.

4. What if I was partially at fault for the accident in Indiana?

Under Indiana’s comparative negligence law, you can recover if you’re 50% or less at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your fault percentage. But don’t let the trucking company blame you without a fight—we prove what really happened using ECM data and reconstruction experts.

5. Who can be sued in a Boone County trucking accident?

More parties than you think: the driver, trucking company, cargo owner, loading company, truck manufacturer, parts manufacturers, maintenance companies, freight brokers, and potentially government entities for road defects. We investigate every angle.

6. What is a Driver Qualification File and why does it matter?

Federal law requires trucking companies to maintain detailed files on every driver, including background checks, medical certifications, and drug tests. Missing or incomplete files prove negligent hiring—a direct liability against the company.

7. How long do I have to file a lawsuit in Indiana?

Two years from the accident date. But waiting is dangerous—evidence disappears, black box data gets overwritten, and witnesses forget. Call immediately.

8. What are hours of service violations?

Federal rules limit truckers to 11 hours of driving after 10 hours off duty, with mandatory breaks. Violations cause fatigue accidents. We subpoena ELD data to prove violations.

9. Can undocumented immigrants file truck accident claims in Indiana?

Yes. Your immigration status does not affect your right to compensation for injuries caused by someone else’s negligence. We protect all accident victims, and Hablamos Español for our Spanish-speaking clients.

10. What if the trucking company offers to settle quickly?

Early offers are lowball offers designed to pay you before you know the full extent of your injuries. As client Glenda Walker told us, we fight for you to get “every dime” you deserve. Don’t sign anything without legal review.

11. How do you prove the truck driver was fatigued?

We obtain ELD (Electronic Logging Device) data showing driving hours, dispatch records showing schedule pressure, and cell phone records proving the driver was awake when they should have been sleeping.

12. What is MCS-90 insurance endorsement?

This federal endorsement ensures that if a trucking company’s standard policy doesn’t cover an accident, minimum damages will still be paid to injured victims. We know how to access these funds.

13. What if the truck had a tire blowout?

Tire blowouts often indicate poor maintenance. We obtain tire inspection records, inflation logs, and maintenance records to prove the company knew or should have known the tire was dangerous.

14. Can I sue for PTSD after a Boone County truck accident?

Yes. Post-traumatic stress disorder is a real injury with real treatment costs. You can recover for past, present, and future mental anguish with proper documentation from mental health professionals.

15. What happens to my medical bills while I wait for settlement?

We can help arrange medical treatment under a Letter of Protection (LOP), meaning doctors get paid from your settlement. You focus on healing; we handle the logistics.

16. Will my case go to trial?

Most settle, but we prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies offer better settlements when they know your attorney will go to court. Ralph Manginello has 25 years of trial experience—they know we’re not bluffing.

17. How much does it cost to hire Attorney911?

Nothing upfront. We work on contingency—33.33% pre-trial, 40% if trial is necessary. You pay nothing unless we win. Call 1-888-288-9911 for a free consultation.

18. What if the accident happened on a rural Boone County road, not the interstate?

We handle accidents on all Boone County roads: I-65, I-74, SR 32, US 52, and rural routes. Federal trucking regulations apply regardless of road type.

19. How do I pay for a lawyer if I’m out of work from my injuries?

Our contingency fee means you don’t pay unless we win. We advance all costs. You literally have nothing to lose by calling.

20. What makes Attorney911 different from other Indiana law firms?

25+ years of experience. Former insurance defense attorney on staff (Lupe Peña) who knows their tricks. Federal court experience. Multi-million dollar verdicts. And we treat you like family, not a case number. As client Angel Walle said, we “solved in a couple of months what others did nothing about in two years.”

21. Can you handle my case if I’m in Boone County but your offices are in Texas?

Yes. We handle trucking accident cases nationwide and can associate with Indiana counsel as needed. Our federal experience translates across state lines, and trucking law is largely federal.

22. What if the trucking company destroys evidence?

That’s called spoliation, and it can result in sanctions against the company or adverse inference instructions to the jury. But you must act fast to put them on notice to preserve evidence. Call today.

23. Do I really need a specialized truck accident lawyer, or just any personal injury attorney?

You need a truck specialist. These cases involve federal regulations, multiple defendants, and complex insurance issues that car accident lawyers simply don’t handle regularly. Our specific trucking experience gives you an advantage.

24. What if the driver was an independent contractor, not an employee?

We investigate the relationship. Many “independent contractors” are actually employees under the law, and companies can still be liable for negligent hiring or supervision even with contractors.

25. My loved one was killed in a Boone County trucking accident. What now?

We’re deeply sorry for your loss. Indiana law allows surviving spouses, children, and parents to file wrongful death claims. Time is limited—two years—but evidence preservation is urgent. Call us for compassionate, confidential guidance.

Hablamos Español: Si usted o un ser querido han sido heridos en un accidente de camión en Boone County, Llame a Lupe Peña al 1-888-ATTY-911 para una consulta gratis.

Client Voices: What Boone County Victims Can Expect

We don’t just talk about results. Our clients do.

Donald Wilcox had another firm reject his case before finding us: “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.”

Chad Harris described our approach: “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.”

Glenda Walker appreciated our persistence: “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.”

Kiimarii Yup found comprehensive recovery after devastation: “I lost everything… my car was at a total loss, and because of Attorney Manginello and my case worker Leonor, 1 year later I have gained so much in return plus a brand new truck.”

Angel Walle valued our efficiency: “They solved in a couple of months what others did nothing about in two years.”

Ernest Cano summed up our fighting spirit: “Mr. Manginello and his firm are first class. Will fight tooth and nail for you.”

You deserve attorneys who treat you like family while fighting like warriors.

Call Attorney911 Today: Your Boone County Trucking Accident Lawyers

The trucking company has lawyers. Their insurance company has adjusters. They have teams working right now to minimize what they pay you.

What do you have?

You can have Attorney911. A team with 25+ years of experience. A team that includes a former insurance defense attorney who knows their playbook. A team that has recovered over $50 million for injury victims. A team that treats you like family while fighting for every dime you deserve.

24/7 Availability: Truck accidents don’t happen on business hours. Call us anytime at 1-888-288-9911 or 888-ATTY-911.

Free Consultation: We’ll evaluate your Boone County case at no cost. No obligation. Just honest answers about your rights and options.

No Fee Unless We Win: Our contingency fee means you pay nothing upfront. We don’t get paid unless you get paid.

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