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February 27, 2026 25 min read
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The impact was catastrophic. 80,000 pounds of steel against your sedan. On I-40 slicing through Catawba County, or perhaps on the busy stretches of US-321 near Hickory’s manufacturing plants, everything changed in an instant.

If you’re reading this from a hospital bed in Catawba County, or if you’re helping a loved one piece their life back together after a trucking accident near Newton or Conover, you need to know something critical: the trucking company already has lawyers working to protect them. They’re documenting the scene, downloading electronic data, and building their defense while you’re still in shock. You need someone fighting just as hard for you.

We’re Attorney911. For over 25 years, Ralph Manginello has stood up to trucking companies and won. Our associate attorney Lupe Peña spent years inside the insurance industry—defending trucking companies—before he decided to fight for victims instead. Now he uses that insider knowledge to hold negligent carriers accountable. We’ve recovered over $50 million for families across America, including multi-million dollar settlements for traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and wrongful death cases. And we’re ready to fight for you here in Catawba County.

Call us now at 1-888-ATTY-911 before critical evidence disappears.

Why 18-Wheeler Accidents in Catawba County Are Different

Let’s be clear: a trucking accident isn’t just a “big car wreck.” The physics alone make these cases fundamentally different—and far more devastating.

An 80,000-pound tractor-trailer traveling through Catawba County at 65 mph carries approximately 20 times the kinetic energy of a standard passenger vehicle. When that truck hits a 4,000-pound sedan on I-40 near the Catawba River, the force is crushing. Stopping distances tell part of the story—a loaded truck needs nearly 525 feet (that’s almost two football fields) to stop from highway speed. On icy winter mornings when Catawba County’s foothill roads freeze over, that distance stretches even longer.

But it’s not just the physics. It’s the complexity. Unlike a simple fender-bender where one driver might be at fault, 18-wheeler accidents in Catawba County often involve a web of responsible parties: the driver, the trucking company headquartered three states away, the cargo loader at a Hickory distribution center, the broker who arranged the shipment, the maintenance company that last serviced the brakes. Each of these parties has separate insurance policies—often ranging from $750,000 to $5 million or more.

And then there’s the federal regulation. Every commercial truck that rolls through Catawba County must comply with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations found in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations. When trucking companies violate these rules—and they often do—they create deadly conditions on our roads.

The FMCSA Regulations That Protect Catawba County Drivers

Federal law mandates strict safety standards for commercial vehicles. These aren’t suggestions—they’re requirements backed by federal authority. When trucking companies break these rules, they’re not just negligent; they’re violating federal law.

Hours of Service (49 CFR Part 395): The Anti-Fatigue Rules

Fatigue causes approximately 31% of fatal trucking accidents. That’s why federal law strictly limits how long drivers can operate:

  • 11-Hour Driving Limit: Drivers cannot drive more than 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty
  • 14-Hour Duty Window: Drivers cannot drive 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: Cannot drive after 60 hours in 7 days or 70 hours in 8 days

Since December 18, 2017, most trucks must use Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) that automatically record driving time and prevent tampering. These devices create objective evidence we can subpoena to prove violations.

In Catawba County, where I-40 serves as a major corridor connecting Charlotte to Asheville and beyond, drivers often face pressure to meet tight delivery schedules. When companies push drivers past these limits—forcing them to roll through Hickory while exhausted—they violate 49 CFR § 395.3, which states no driver shall operate while impaired by fatigue.

Driver Qualification Standards (49 CFR Part 391)

Before a driver can legally operate an 18-wheeler, trucking companies must verify they are qualified. Under 49 CFR § 391.11, drivers must:

  • Be at least 21 years old for interstate commerce
  • Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Pass a physical exam and maintain a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate
  • Speak sufficient English to communicate with law enforcement
  • Complete required entry-level driver training

Companies must maintain Driver Qualification Files containing employment applications, three-year driving history checks, annual reviews, and drug test results. When trucking companies hire unqualified drivers—or fail to check backgrounds—they’re liable for negligent hiring under 49 CFR § 391.51.

Vehicle Maintenance and Inspection (49 CFR Part 396)

Brake failures contribute to 29% of truck accidents. Federal law requires systematic maintenance under 49 CFR § 396.3:

  • Pre-trip Inspections: Drivers must inspect vehicles before every trip
  • Post-trip Reports: Written reports required on vehicle condition after each duty day
  • Annual Inspections: Comprehensive inspections every 12 months
  • Repair Records: Maintenance logs must be kept for 14 months

When trucks roll through Catawba County with worn brake pads, defective tires, or improper lighting, they’re violating federal safety standards—and putting your family at risk.

Cargo Securement (49 CFR Part 393)

Shifting cargo causes rollover and jackknife accidents. Federal rules require cargo to be secured to withstand:

  • 0.8 g deceleration (sudden stops)
  • 0.5 g acceleration rearward
  • 0.5 g lateral forces

Specific requirements exist for different cargo types—logs, metal coils, heavy equipment. When loaders at Catawba County manufacturing facilities fail to properly secure loads heading out on US-321 or I-40, they violate 49 CFR §§ 393.100-136.

Types of 18-Wheeler Accidents We See in Catawba County

Every region has its unique accident patterns. In Catawba County—situated in the Piedmont with busy manufacturing corridors, winter weather challenges, and major interstate traffic—we see specific accident types repeatedly.

Jackknife Accidents on I-40

A jackknife occurs when the trailer swings perpendicular to the cab, often blocking multiple lanes. On I-40, which cuts through the southern portion of Catawba County connecting Hickory to Statesville and Winston-Salem, jackknives create catastrophic pileups.

These accidents typically happen when drivers brake suddenly on wet roads—common during Catawba County’s severe thunderstorm season—or when empty trailers (lightweight and unstable) swing out of control. Under 49 CFR § 393.48, trucking companies must maintain brake systems properly. When they don’t, and a driver locks up wheels on a rain-slicked curve near the Catawba River, the trailer swings like a deadly pendulum across the interstate.

Victims of jackknife accidents often suffer TBI, spinal cord injuries, or wrongful death as their vehicles are crushed or forced into secondary collisions.

Rear-End Collisions on US-321

US-321 runs through the heart of Hickory, serving as a major arterial for manufacturing plants and distribution centers. Here, rear-end collisions involving 18-wheelers prove devastating.

A loaded truck requires 40% more stopping distance than a passenger car. When distracted or fatigued drivers fail to maintain safe following distances through Hickory’s commercial corridors—violating 49 CFR § 392.11 against following too closely—they often can’t stop in time. The resulting impact drives smaller vehicles under the truck or crushes them against the vehicle ahead.

These accidents frequently involve violations of 49 CFR § 392.3 (operating while fatigued) or 49 CFR § 392.82 (texting while driving). Modern ECM (Electronic Control Module) data can prove exactly when brakes were applied—and whether the driver was speeding or distracted.

Rollover Accidents on Mountain Grades

While Catawba County sits in the Piedmont, the western edges rise toward the Blue Ridge foothills. Trucks traveling from Hickory toward Morganton or Lenoir navigate curves and grades where rollovers occur.

Rollovers happen when drivers take curves too fast, when cargo shifts (violating 49 CFR § 393.100), or when drivers overcorrect. The physics are brutal—an 80,000-pound vehicle tipping onto its side crushes anything in its path. These accidents often involve cargo spills that close roads for hours and create secondary collision hazards.

Underride Collisions: The Most Deadly

Underride accidents occur when a passenger vehicle slides under the trailer from the rear or side. These are among the most fatal accidents on Catawba County roads, often resulting in decapitation or catastrophic head trauma.

Under 49 CFR § 393.86, trailers manufactured after January 26, 1998, must have rear impact guards capable of preventing underride at 30 mph. However, many trailers have weak or damaged guards, and no federal requirement exists for side underride guards—despite how common side-impact underrides are during lane changes on I-40.

When trucking companies operate with inadequate guards, or when drivers stop suddenly without adequate warning, families in Catawba County pay the ultimate price.

Tire Blowouts and Debris

The heat of North Carolina summers and the heavy loads traversing I-40 create perfect conditions for tire blowouts. When a truck’s tire explodes—often from improper inflation, overloading, or failure to inspect under 49 CFR § 396.13—the driver may lose control, or large pieces of tire debris (called “road gators”) strike following vehicles.

Evidence of tire maintenance failures is found in the trucking company’s maintenance records, which we demand immediately through spoliation letters.

Cargo Spills from Manufacturing Loads

Catawba County’s economy relies heavily on manufacturing and distribution. Trucks leaving Hickory’s industrial parks carry everything from furniture to textiles to heavy machinery. When loaders fail to properly secure these loads—whether at the dock in Conover or a facility near Maiden—the cargo can spill onto I-40 or US-321, creating deadly obstacles for motorists.

Under federal rules, aggregate tiedown working load limits must equal at least 50% of cargo weight. When companies cut corners to save time, they violate 49 CFR § 393.102 and endanger everyone on the road.

Who Can Be Held Liable in Your Catawba County Trucking Accident?

Most law firms only sue the driver. That’s a mistake. In 18-wheeler cases, multiple parties often share liability—and each may carry separate insurance coverage. We investigate every possible defendant because more defendants mean more insurance coverage means higher compensation for you.

1. The Truck Driver

The driver who caused your accident may be personally liable for:

  • Speeding or reckless driving through Hickory or Newton
  • Distracted driving (cell phone use violates 49 CFR § 392.82)
  • Fatigued driving beyond federal hours-of-service limits
  • Impaired driving (alcohol or drugs—trucking companies must test under 49 CFR Part 382)
  • Failure to conduct pre-trip inspections

We subpoena the driver’s cell phone records, ELD data, and employment history to prove negligence.

2. The Trucking Company (Motor Carrier)

The trucking company is often the primary target because they carry the highest insurance limits. Under the legal doctrine of respondeat superior, companies are liable for their employees’ negligent acts within the scope of employment.

Beyond vicarious liability, companies are directly liable for:

  • Negligent Hiring: Failing to check the driver’s CDL status, criminal history, or previous accidents (violating 49 CFR § 391.51)
  • Negligent Training: Inadequate safety training on cargo securement or hours-of-service rules
  • Negligent Supervision: Failing to monitor ELD compliance or drug test results
  • Negligent Maintenance: Deferring brake repairs or tire replacements to save money

We obtain the company’s CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) scores from FMCSA to reveal patterns of violations. If a company has a history of hours-of-service violations or maintenance failures, that strengthens your case for punitive damages.

3. The Cargo Owner/Shipper

The company that manufactured or shipped the cargo may be liable if they:

  • Required overweight loading beyond safe limits
  • Failed to disclose hazardous materials
  • Provided improper loading instructions
  • Pressured the carrier to expedite delivery unsafely

In Catawba County’s manufacturing corridor, factories and distribution centers often set unrealistic delivery schedules that force drivers to speed or skip mandatory breaks.

4. The Cargo Loading Company

Third-party warehouse workers who physically load trucks at facilities in Newton or Conover may be liable for improper securement. When loaders fail to use adequate tiedowns, blocking, or bracing—violating 49 CFR §§ 393.100-136—they create rollover risks that endanger everyone on I-40.

5. Truck and Trailer Manufacturers

If design defects contributed to your accident—such as defective brakes, faulty steering systems, or inadequate stability control—the manufacturer may be liable under product liability law. We investigate recall notices and similar defect patterns through NHTSA databases.

6. Parts Manufacturers

Companies that manufactured specific defective components—brake systems that fail, tires that blow out, or lighting systems that malfunction—can be held strictly liable when their products cause crashes.

7. Maintenance Companies

Third-party repair shops that service Catawba County-based fleets may be liable for negligent repairs. When mechanics improperly adjust brakes, install wrong parts, or return unsafe vehicles to service, they endanger public safety.

8. Freight Brokers

Brokers who arrange transportation between shippers and carriers have a duty to select reasonably safe carriers. When brokers choose the cheapest carrier despite poor safety records—ignoring FMCSA safety scores—they commit negligent hiring.

9. The Truck Owner

In owner-operator arrangements, the individual who owns the truck may bear separate liability for negligent entrustment or failure to maintain equipment properly.

10. Government Entities

While sovereign immunity limits claims against government bodies, they may be liable for:

  • Dangerous road design on Catawba County roads
  • Failure to maintain adequate signage
  • Improper work zone setup on state highways
  • Known hazardous conditions they failed to repair

North Carolina’s contributory negligence rules (discussed below) make identifying all liable parties critical—if one defendant is 100% responsible, you avoid the harsh contributory negligence bar entirely.

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

Here’s what the trucking company doesn’t want you to know: evidence starts disappearing immediately.

Commercial trucks contain Electronic Control Modules (ECMs)—”black boxes” that record speed, brake application, throttle position, and fault codes. This data can prove whether the driver was speeding through Hickory or failed to brake before impact. But here’s the catch: ECM data can be overwritten within 30 days—sometimes sooner if the truck returns to service.

Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) record hours-of-service compliance. While FMCSA requires 6-month retention, trucking companies often “lose” this data unless preservation is demanded immediately.

Dashcam footage? Often deleted within 7-14 days. Witness memories fade within weeks. The physical truck itself may be repaired, sold, or destroyed.

Our Immediate Action Protocol

When you call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911, we act fast:

  1. Spoliation Letters Sent Within 24 Hours: We send legal notice to the trucking company, their insurer, and all potentially liable parties demanding preservation of:

    • ECM/Black box data
    • ELD logs and driver logs
    • Driver Qualification Files
    • Maintenance and inspection records
    • Dispatch communications and GPS data
    • Cell phone records
    • Dashcam footage
  2. Evidence Preservation: Once we send a spoliation letter, destroying evidence becomes a serious legal violation that can result in sanctions or adverse inference instructions (the jury is told to assume the destroyed evidence was unfavorable to the trucking company).

  3. Accident Reconstruction: We deploy experts to document the accident scene on I-40 or US-321 before weather and traffic erase skid marks and debris patterns.

As client Mongo Slade told us after we handled his case: “I got a very nice settlement.” But that only happened because we acted fast to secure evidence before it disappeared.

North Carolina Law: Critical Differences for Catawba County Cases

Your Catawba County case will proceed under North Carolina law—and our federal court admission allows us to represent you here regardless of our Texas headquarters. But you need to understand several critical North Carolina rules that differ from other states.

Contributory Negligence: The Harsh Reality

North Carolina is one of only five jurisdictions in America (along with Alabama, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C.) that follows pure contributory negligence. Under this harsh rule, if you are found even 1% at fault for the accident, you recover nothing.

This makes trucking accident cases in Catawba County high-stakes battles over liability. The trucking company will argue you were partially at fault—maybe you were speeding slightly, maybe you changed lanes abruptly, maybe you braked suddenly. If they convince a jury you were even minimally responsible, you get zero compensation.

This is why you cannot handle a trucking accident case alone. You need attorneys who know how to gather irrefutable evidence—ECM data, ELD logs, witness testimony—to prove the truck driver was 100% at fault. Our associate Lupe Peña, who spent years defending insurance companies, knows exactly how they’ll try to shift blame to you. He builds cases that withstand contributory negligence attacks.

Statute of Limitations

In North Carolina, you have:

  • 3 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit
  • 2 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim

Wait too long, and you lose your right to sue forever. More importantly, waiting allows evidence to disappear. Call us immediately.

Punitive Damages Caps

North Carolina allows punitive damages (to punish gross negligence) but caps them at the greater of three times compensatory damages or $250,000 (with exceptions for intentional conduct).

However, these caps don’t apply to your compensatory damages—medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering remain fully recoverable. When trucking companies act with conscious disregard for safety—such as knowingly keeping fatigued drivers on the road or falsifying maintenance records—punitive damages send a message that such behavior won’t be tolerated in Catawba County.

The Catastrophic Injuries That Change Everything

18-wheeler accidents don’t cause simple whiplash. The forces involved create catastrophic, life-altering injuries that require lifetime care.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

When an 80,000-pound truck strikes a passenger vehicle, occupants often suffer brain trauma even without direct head impact. The brain collides with the skull interior, causing:

  • Concussions and post-concussion syndrome
  • Cognitive impairment and memory loss
  • Personality changes and mood disorders
  • Chronic headaches and dizziness
  • Loss of executive function

TBI cases often settle for between $1,548,000 and $9,838,000 depending on severity and long-term care needs. These cases require neurologists, neuropsychologists, and life care planners to document future needs.

Spinal Cord Injury and Paralysis

The crushing force of trucking accidents frequently damages the spinal cord, resulting in:

  • Paraplegia: Loss of function below the waist
  • Quadriplegia: Loss of function in all four limbs
  • Incomplete injuries: Partial preservation of function with chronic pain

Lifetime care costs for spinal cord injuries range from $1.1 million to over $5 million. When these injuries result from negligent trucking operations on Catawba County roads, we fight to ensure the trucking company—not the victim’s family—bears these costs.

Amputation

Traumatic amputations occur when crush injuries sever limbs at the scene, or when surgical amputation becomes necessary due to irreparable vascular damage. Prosthetic limbs cost $5,000 to $50,000 each and require replacement every few years. Settlement ranges typically fall between $1,945,000 and $8,630,000.

Wrongful Death

When trucking accidents kill Catawba County residents, surviving families face funeral costs, lost income, and profound emotional trauma. North Carolina law allows recovery for:

  • Lost future income and benefits
  • Loss of consortium (companionship)
  • Mental anguish
  • Medical expenses prior to death
  • Punitive damages (if gross negligence)

Wrongful death settlements range from $1,910,000 to $9,520,000 or higher depending on the decedent’s age, earning capacity, and the egregiousness of the trucking company’s conduct.

Why Catawba County Victims Choose Attorney911

You have choices when hiring a lawyer. Here’s why families across Catawba County—from Hickory to Maiden, from Conover to Newton—trust us with their trucking accident cases.

25+ Years of Federal Court Experience

Ralph Manginello didn’t start practicing yesterday. Since 1998, he’s fought for injury victims, and he’s admitted to federal court in the Southern District of Texas—a credential that matters when trucking cases involve interstate commerce and federal regulations. He’s gone toe-to-toe with Fortune 500 corporations, including BP in the Texas City Refinery explosion litigation that resulted in over $2.1 billion in total industry settlements.

The Insurance Defense Advantage

Here’s something no other firm in Catawba County can offer: Our team includes a former insurance defense attorney.

Lupe Peña spent years working for national insurance defense firms. He knows the playbooks they use to minimize your claim. He knows how adjusters are trained to ask leading questions designed to get you to say “I’m fine” after an accident (which they’ll use to deny your claim). He knows when insurance companies are bluffing and when they’ll pay.

As we tell our clients: “Lupe used to defend trucking companies. Now he fights against them. That’s your advantage.”

We use this insider knowledge 8 ways to Sunday—anticipating their arguments, countering their tactics, and forcing them to pay what your case is truly worth.

Multi-Million Dollar Results

We don’t talk in vague terms about “good outcomes.” We have documented, verifiable results:

  • $5+ million for a traumatic brain injury victim struck by a falling log
  • $3.8+ million for a client who suffered amputation after a car accident and subsequent medical treatment
  • $2.5+ million for a commercial trucking accident victim
  • $10 million lawsuit currently pending against the University of Houston for institutional negligence

These aren’t lottery numbers. They’re the result of aggressive litigation, meticulous preparation, and willingness to take cases to trial when insurance companies lowball.

We Treat You Like Family

Attorney911 isn’t a mill firm where you’re just a case number. As client Chad Harris told us: “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.”

Client Donald Wilcox—whose case another firm rejected—put it this way: “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.”

And Glenda Walker summed it up: “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.”

With 251+ Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars, our reputation speaks for itself.

Hablamos Español

Catawba County’s Hispanic community deserves direct legal representation without language barriers. Associate attorney Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish. If you or your family members speak Spanish as your primary language, we provide direct representation—no interpreters needed.

Hablamos Español. Llame al 1-888-ATTY-911.

No Fee Unless We Win

We work on contingency—you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our standard fee is 33.33% if we settle pre-trial, 40% if we go to trial. We advance all investigation costs, expert fees, and litigation expenses. If we don’t recover money for you, you owe us nothing.

This means you get the same high-quality representation that wealthy corporations get, regardless of your financial situation.

Frequently Asked Questions: Catawba County 18-Wheeler Accidents

How long do I have to file a lawsuit after a trucking accident in Catawba County?

North Carolina gives you 3 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, or 2 years for wrongful death. But waiting is dangerous. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and trucking companies build their defenses. Call us within days, not months.

What if the trucking company claims I was partially at fault?

North Carolina follows contributory negligence—if you’re found even 1% at fault, you recover nothing. This makes fighting fault allegations critical. Our insider knowledge of insurance defense tactics helps us prove the trucking company—not you—was 100% responsible.

Who pays for my medical bills while the case is pending?

We can help arrange medical treatment through physicians who accept Letters of Protection (LOP)—meaning they get paid from your settlement. This ensures you get care now, not later.

How much is my Catawba County trucking accident case worth?

It depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, and available insurance. Trucking companies carry $750,000 to $5+ million in coverage. We’ve recovered millions for families in cases involving TBI, paralysis, amputation, and wrongful death.

Will my case go to trial?

Most cases settle, but we prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies offer higher settlements when they know your attorney will take them to court. Ralph Manginello has 25+ years of courtroom experience, and we’re not afraid to use it.

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

Trucking companies often claim drivers are independent contractors to avoid liability. But under federal regulations, we frequently prove the company controlled the driver enough to establish vicarious liability. Don’t accept “independent contractor” as an excuse.

Can I sue if my loved one died in a trucking accident on I-40?

Yes. North Carolina allows wrongful death claims by surviving spouses, children, and parents. You can recover lost income, funeral expenses, mental anguish, and punitive damages if the trucking company acted recklessly.

What should I do if the trucking company’s insurance adjuster calls me?

Don’t talk to them. Don’t give a recorded statement. They’ll use anything you say to minimize your claim. Refer them to us. Remember: they have lawyers protecting them. You need lawyers protecting you.

How do you prove the driver was fatigued?

We subpoena ELD data showing hours of service violations. We analyze dispatch records to prove unreasonable scheduling. We review the driver’s logbooks for falsification. Fatigue leaves electronic footprints—and we know how to find them.

What makes Attorney911 different from other injury lawyers?

Three things: First, 25+ years of experience specifically in trucking litigation. Second, a former insurance defense attorney on our team who knows their tactics. Third, we treat every client like family, not a number. As client Ernest Cano said: “Mr. Manginello and his firm are first class. Will fight tooth and nail for you.”

Time Is Running Out. Call Attorney911 Today.

Right now, while you’re reading this, the trucking company that caused your accident is working to protect themselves. They’re downloading ECM data before it overwrites. They’re coaching their driver. They’re preparing to argue that you were at fault—because in North Carolina, contributory negligence means they win if you’re even 1% responsible.

Don’t let them get away with it.

You need a team that understands federal trucking regulations, North Carolina contributory negligence law, and the specific challenges of Catawba County’s roads—from the I-40 corridor to the manufacturing plants of Newton and Conover.

You need Ralph Manginello’s 25 years of experience. You need Lupe Peña’s insider knowledge of insurance defense tactics. You need a firm that has recovered over $50 million for injury victims and isn’t afraid to take on Fortune 500 trucking companies.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911) right now. We answer calls 24/7 because we know accidents don’t wait for business hours.

Hablamos Español. Llame ahora.

As client Angel Walle told us: “They solved in a couple of months what others did nothing about in two years.”

Don’t wait. Evidence disappears. Memories fade. And the statute of limitations clock is ticking.

Call 888-ATTY-911 today for your free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win. But you must call now—before the evidence disappears and your chance for justice vanishes with it.

Attorney911. Because trucking companies shouldn’t get away with it.

Attorney911 serves clients throughout North Carolina including Catawba County, Hickory, Newton, Conover, Maiden, and surrounding areas. We are licensed to practice in Texas and New York, with federal court admissions allowing us to handle cases nationwide. For Catawba County cases, we work with local North Carolina counsel as required.

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