When an 80,000-Pound Truck Changes Everything: Your Guide to 18-Wheeler Accidents in Grand Forks County

The moment you saw that grille in your rearview mirror, your life changed. Maybe you were headed home on I-29 through Grand Forks County after a long day. Perhaps you were crossing US-2 near East Grand Forks when the trailer started to jackknife. Or you were simply driving to work on a Tuesday morning when a grain truck ran the stop light.

If you’re reading this because an 18-wheeler accident in Grand Forks County left you injured—or took someone you love—you’re not alone. And you’re not powerless.

We’ve been fighting for trucking accident victims across Grand Forks County and beyond for over 25 years. We know the agricultural corridors that crisscross this county. We understand how North Dakota’s brutal winters turn I-29 into an ice rink for overloaded trucks. And we know exactly how trucking companies try to cover their tracks when they hurt someone in Grand Forks County.

This guide gives you everything you need to know about 18-wheeler accidents in Grand Forks County—from the federal regulations that prove negligence to the specific steps you must take to preserve evidence before it disappears.

Why Grand Forks County 18-Wheeler Accidents Are Different

Grand Forks County sits at the crossroads of major agricultural freight routes. I-29 runs north-south through the county, carrying grain trucks, sugar beet haulers, and commercial freight between Canada and the Midwest. US-2 cuts east-west, connecting the Red River Valley to Minnesota. These aren’t just highways—they’re economic lifelines that attract heavy truck traffic year-round.

But Grand Forks County’s location creates unique dangers. Our winters aren’t just cold—they’re deadly for trucking. When temperatures drop to -20°F and black ice coats I-29, an 80,000-pound truck can’t stop on a dime. Neither can it navigate the high winds that sweep across the Red River Valley without warning.

We’ve represented clients from Grand Forks County who suffered catastrophic injuries because trucking companies didn’t respect these conditions. We’ve seen jackknife accidents on icy overpasses near Thompson. We’ve handled underride collisions on US-2 near Emerado. We’ve fought for families in Larimore who lost loved ones to fatigued grain truck drivers pushing past federal hours-of-service limits during harvest season.

Meet the Team That Fights for Grand Forks County

Ralph Manginello: 25 Years of Taking on Trucking Companies

Since 1998, Ralph Manginello has built a reputation as the attorney trucking companies fear. With bar admission in both Texas and New York (Bar #24007597), plus federal court admission to the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, Ralph brings jurisdictional flexibility that matters when your case involves an out-of-state carrier.

But beyond the credentials—25+ years of courtroom experience, the $50+ million recovered for clients, the BP Texas City refinery litigation where we stood toe-to-toe with one of the world’s largest corporations—what matters for your Grand Forks County case is our track record with trucking companies specifically.

We’ve recovered multi-million dollar settlements against Walmart, Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and Coca-Cola. We’ve handled cases involving catastrophic traumatic brain injuries from logging accidents (over $5 million recovered), amputations from car accidents complicated by medical negligence ($3.8+ million), and maritime injuries under the Jones Act ($2+ million).

When Ralph Manginello takes your case, the trucking company knows they’re in for a fight.

Lupe Peña: The Insurance Defense Advantage

Here’s what most Grand Forks County accident victims don’t know about our firm: our associate attorney used to work for insurance companies.

Lupe Peña spent years at a national insurance defense firm. He watched adjusters minimize claims. He learned their algorithms for undervaluing pain and suffering. He saw exactly how trucking insurers train their teams to deny legitimate claims or offer lowball settlements before victims realize the full extent of their injuries.

Now he works for you.

When you hire Attorney911 for your Grand Forks County 18-wheeler accident, you get someone who knows the playbook from the inside. Lupe recognizes their manipulation tactics immediately. He knows when they’re bluffing and when they’ll pay. And he speaks fluent Spanish—so if Spanish is your first language, you get direct representation without interpreters.

Hablamos Español. Llame a Lupe Peña al 1-888-ATTY-911.

Why Grand Forks County Clients Choose Us

Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what clients say about working with Attorney911:

Chad Harris put it simply: “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.”

Glenda Walker told us: “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.”

Donald Wilcox came to us 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.”

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

We treat every client in Grand Forks County like family because we know what’s at stake. Your medical bills. Your ability to work. Your family’s future.

And we don’t get paid unless you win. That’s our contingency promise: 33.33% pre-trial, 40% if we go to trial, and zero upfront costs. We advance all investigation expenses. You pay nothing unless we win your Grand Forks County case.

The Physics of Terror: Why 18-Wheeler Accidents Devastate

Let’s be clear about what you’re up against. A fully loaded semi-truck weighs up to 80,000 pounds. Your car? Maybe 4,000 pounds. That truck is twenty times heavier than your vehicle.

When 80,000 pounds collides with 4,000 pounds at highway speed, the physics aren’t fair. The truck wins every time.

Stopping distance tells the story. At 65 mph, your car needs roughly 300 feet to stop. That 18-wheeler needs 525 feet—nearly two football fields. On ice or snow, which Grand Forks County drivers know all too well, that distance triples.

The force of impact in a trucking accident can cause catastrophic injuries that change lives forever. Traumatic brain injuries ranging from $1.5 million to $9.8 million in lifetime costs. Spinal cord injuries costing $4.7 million to $25.8 million. Amputations requiring $1.9 million to $8.6 million in medical care and rehabilitation.

These aren’t just numbers. They’re futures destroyed. Families shattered. Lives redefined in an instant.

Types of 18-Wheeler Accidents in Grand Forks County

Every 18-wheeler accident is different, but certain types of crashes dominate our Grand Forks County caseload—often driven by our unique agricultural economy and brutal winter conditions.

Jackknife Accidents: The Icy Killer

Picture this: A grain truck hits a patch of black ice on I-29 near Manvel. The trailer swings perpendicular to the cab, sweeping across all lanes of traffic. Vehicles behind the truck have nowhere to go.

Jackknife accidents occur when the trailer and cab skid in opposite directions, folding like a pocket knife. In Grand Forks County, where winter temperatures regularly drop below zero and road treatments freeze over, jackknife accidents spike between November and March.

These crashes often involve violations of 49 CFR § 392.6 (speeding for conditions) and 49 CFR § 393.48 (brake system malfunction). When a trucking company sends drivers onto I-29 without proper winter equipment or adequate brake maintenance, they violate federal safety regulations—and we prove it.

Evidence we gather in jackknife cases includes skid mark analysis showing the trailer angle, brake inspection records, and ECM data proving the driver was traveling too fast for icy conditions.

Rollover Accidents: Top-Heavy and Deadly

Grand Forks County’s agricultural economy means trucks carrying grain, sugar beets, and other crops regularly traverse our highways. These loads sit high in trailers, creating dangerous center-of-gravity issues.

When a truck takes a curve too fast—especially on the ramps connecting I-29 to US-2—or when liquid cargo sloshes and shifts weight, rollovers happen. The 80,000-pound vehicle tips onto its side or roof, often spilling cargo and crushing anything in its path.

Rollovers frequently violate 49 CFR § 393.100-136 (cargo securement standards) and 49 CFR § 392.6 (exceeding safe speed). We investigate cargo manifest documentation, load distribution records, and ECM speed data to prove the trucking company broke the law.

Underride Collisions: The Most Fatal Crashes

Some of the deadliest accidents in Grand Forks County involve underrides—when a smaller vehicle crashes into the rear or side of a trailer and slides underneath. The trailer shears off the passenger compartment at windshield level.

These accidents are almost always fatal or cause catastrophic head and neck trauma. Federal regulations under 49 CFR § 393.86 require rear impact guards on trailers manufactured after January 26, 1998, designed to prevent underride at 30 mph impacts. However, many trucks lack adequate side underride guards, and rear guards sometimes fail or are missing entirely.

When we handle underride cases in Grand Forks County, we immediately inspect the trailer’s underride guards, review maintenance records, and analyze whether the trucking company complied with federal lighting and reflector requirements that could have prevented the collision.

Rear-End Collisions: The Distance Problem

Remember that stopping distance difference? It kills people.

When an 18-wheeler follows too closely on I-29 through Grand Forks County and traffic slows suddenly, the truck can’t stop in time. The result is a rear-end collision where the truck overrides the passenger vehicle, or a multi-vehicle pileup during rush hour near Grand Forks.

These cases often involve 49 CFR § 392.11 (following too closely), 49 CFR § 392.3 (operating while fatigued), and 49 CFR § 392.82 (mobile phone use). We subpoena ECM data showing following distance and speed, ELD records proving driver fatigue, and cell phone records documenting distraction.

Wide Turn and Blind Spot Accidents

Agricultural trucks making deliveries to farms and processing facilities throughout Grand Forks County often navigate tight rural intersections and farm roads. When an 18-wheeler swings wide to make a right turn—creating a gap smaller vehicles try to squeeze through—crushing accidents happen.

Similarly, blind spot accidents occur when trucks change lanes on I-29 without seeing vehicles in their “No-Zones.” The right side blind spot is particularly dangerous and extends the length of the trailer.

These accidents frequently violate 49 CFR § 392.11 (unsafe lane changes) and 49 CFR § 393.80 (mirror requirements). We examine turn signal activation data, mirror condition at the time of crash, and driver training records on blind spot awareness.

Winter Weather Accidents: The Grand Forks County Special

We can’t discuss trucking accidents in Grand Forks County without addressing our weather. From October through April, North Dakota transforms into one of the most challenging trucking environments in America.

Blizzards create whiteout conditions on I-29. Black ice forms on bridges between Thompson and Emerado. High winds blow empty trailers sideways. Temperatures drop so low that tire pressure fails and steel becomes brittle.

Trucking companies have a legal duty under 49 CFR § 392.3 to ensure their drivers don’t operate when weather conditions make it unsafe. When they pressure drivers to deliver loads despite blizzard warnings from the National Weather Service, and those drivers cause accidents on US-2, we hold them accountable.

FMCSA Regulations: The Rules Trucking Companies Break

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates every commercial truck on American highways. When trucking companies violate these rules, they create the dangerous conditions that cause accidents in Grand Forks County.

Part 391: Driver Qualification Standards

Federal law requires that every commercial driver meet strict qualifications. To legally operate an 18-wheeler, a driver must:

• Be at least 21 years old (for interstate commerce)
• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Pass a physical exam with a certified medical examiner every two years
• Speak and read English sufficiently to communicate and understand road signs
• Have a clean driving record without disqualifying offenses

49 CFR § 391.51 requires trucking companies to maintain a Driver Qualification (DQ) File for every driver containing employment applications, motor vehicle records, road test certifications, medical certificates, and drug test results.

When we investigate your Grand Forks County truck accident, we subpoena these files. Missing documentation proves negligent hiring. A driver with a history of DUIs who never should have been behind the wheel? That’s on the trucking company.

Part 395: Hours of Service (HOS) Violations

This is where we catch trucking companies most often. The Hours of Service regulations limit how long drivers can operate before mandatory rest:

• 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: Mandatory break after 8 cumulative hours of driving
• 60/70-hour weekly limits: Cannot drive after 60/70 hours on duty in 7/8 consecutive days

Since December 18, 2017, 49 CFR § 395.8 requires Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) that automatically record driving time and sync with the truck’s engine. These devices prevent drivers from lying on paper logs—and they provide the objective evidence we need to prove fatigue caused your Grand Forks County accident.

ELD data shows exactly how long the driver had been operating, whether they took required breaks, and if they exceeded federal limits. When a driver falls asleep on I-29 and crosses into oncoming traffic, the ELD proves they were too tired to be driving.

Part 393: Vehicle Maintenance and Cargo Securement

An 18-wheeler is only as safe as its maintenance. 49 CFR § 393.40-55 mandates functioning brake systems on all wheels. 49 CFR § 396.3 requires systematic inspection, repair, and maintenance of all commercial vehicles.

For cargo securement, 49 CFR § 393.100-136 establishes strict standards. Cargo must be contained, immobilized, or secured to prevent shifting, leaking, or falling. Specific performance criteria require securement systems to withstand forward deceleration of 0.8 g, rearward acceleration of 0.5 g, and lateral forces of 0.5 g.

When grain trucks spill loads on Grand Forks County highways because of inadequate tiedowns, or when brake failures cause runaway trucks on I-29 ramps, these regulations prove the trucking company violated federal safety standards.

Part 392: Driving Rules

Basic safety rules govern commercial driving. 49 CFR § 392.3 prohibits operating while fatigued or ill. 49 CFR § 392.4 bans drug use. 49 CFR § 392.5 prohibits alcohol use within four hours of driving. 49 CFR § 392.82 bans hand-held mobile phone use while driving.

When a trucker texts while driving through Grand Forks County and drifts into your lane, or when a driver operates while impaired and causes a head-on collision on US-2, these regulations establish automatic liability.

Everyone Who Might Owe You Money

Don’t make the mistake of thinking only the truck driver is responsible. In 18-wheeler accidents, multiple parties often share liability—and multiple insurance policies mean more compensation for your recovery.

The Driver

The trucker who caused the accident may be personally liable for negligent driving. We investigate their driving history, training records, and conduct at the time of the crash.

The Trucking Company (Motor Carrier)

This is usually your primary target. Under the legal doctrine of respondeat superior (let the master answer), employers are responsible for their employees’ negligent acts within the scope of employment.

Plus, trucking companies face direct liability for:

• Negligent hiring: Failing to check the driver’s background or hiring someone with a dangerous record
• Negligent training: Inadequate safety training, especially for winter driving in North Dakota conditions
• Negligent supervision: Failing to monitor ELD compliance or driver behavior
• Negligent maintenance: Deferring brake repairs or tire replacements to save money

Trucking companies carry high insurance limits—typically $750,000 to $5 million—making them crucial defendants in your Grand Forks County case.

The Cargo Owner and Loading Company

In Grand Forks County’s agricultural economy, grain elevators, sugar beet processors, and other shippers often arrange transportation. If they provided improper loading instructions, demanded overweight loads, or failed to disclose hazardous cargo characteristics, they share liability.

Third-party loading companies that physically secure cargo may be liable for improper load distribution or inadequate tiedowns that caused rollover or spill accidents.

Manufacturers and Maintenance Companies

Sometimes the truck itself is the problem. Brake manufacturers can be liable for defective systems. Tire companies face liability for blowouts caused by manufacturing defects. Maintenance companies that performed negligent repairs—especially critical in North Dakota’s harsh conditions where brake systems freeze—can be held responsible.

Freight Brokers

Companies that arrange shipping but don’t own trucks may be liable for negligently selecting carriers with poor safety records. If a broker chose the cheapest carrier despite their terrible safety scores just to save money, and that carrier caused your accident near Larimore, the broker owes you compensation.

Government Entities

While rare, government liability exists when dangerous road design or inadequate maintenance contributes to accidents. For example, if the North Dakota Department of Transportation failed to install proper signage for a dangerous curve on a state highway used by heavy trucks, or if county road maintenance left dangerous potholes unpatched, government liability may apply.

Note that claims against government entities in North Dakota have special notice requirements and shorter deadlines. If you suspect road conditions played a role in your Grand Forks County accident, contact us immediately.

The 48-Hour Evidence Crisis

Here’s what the trucking company didn’t tell you while you were in the hospital: they already have lawyers working to protect them. Their insurance adjuster has already visited the scene. And critical evidence is disappearing right now.

Time is not on your side in 18-wheeler accidents.

Black Box Data: The ECM (Engine Control Module) and ELD data that proves speed, braking, hours of service, and fault codes can be overwritten in as little as 30 days—or immediately if the truck is put back into service.

Dashcam Footage: Many trucks have forward-facing and cab-facing cameras. This footage is often deleted within 7-14 days, sometimes automatically.

Driver Records: Trucking companies only have to keep Hours of Service records for 6 months under FMCSA regulations. After that, they can legally destroy the evidence of fatigue.

Witness Memories: Every day that passes, witnesses forget details. The driver of that car behind you on I-29 who saw everything? Their recollection fades within weeks.

Physical Evidence: Skid marks wash away. Debris gets cleaned up. The truck itself gets repaired or sold.

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

What Is a Spoliation Letter?

A spoliation letter is a formal legal notice sent to the trucking company, their insurer, and all potentially liable parties demanding immediate preservation of all evidence related to your Grand Forks County accident.

Once they receive this letter, they have a legal duty to preserve:

• ECM/Black box data
• ELD records
• Driver Qualification Files
• Maintenance and inspection records
• Dashcam footage
• GPS and telematics data
• Cell phone records
• The physical truck and trailer

If they destroy evidence after receiving our letter, courts can instruct the jury to assume the destroyed evidence was unfavorable to the trucking company. They can impose monetary sanctions. In extreme cases, they can enter default judgment against the trucking company.

We don’t just send one letter. We send preservation demands to every potentially liable party—the driver, the trucking company, the cargo owner, the maintenance shop, the broker—ensuring no one can claim they didn’t know they had to save the evidence.

Catastrophic Injuries: The Human Cost

When 80,000 pounds hits 4,000 pounds, the injuries aren’t minor. We’ve represented Grand Forks County clients with life-altering trauma that requires millions in lifetime care.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

TBI occurs when the brain impacts the inside of the skull due to violent force. In trucking accidents, this happens when heads strike steering wheels, windows, or frames—or simply from the brain sloshing inside the skull during rapid deceleration.

Symptoms include memory loss, confusion, difficulty concentrating, mood changes, depression, sleep disturbances, and sensory problems. Moderate to severe TBIs can cost $1.5 million to $9.8 million in lifetime care.

Your word that “something feels different” isn’t enough. You need medical documentation linking the TBI to the accident. We work with neurologists and neuropsychologists in Grand Forks County and beyond to prove the full extent of these invisible injuries.

Spinal Cord Injuries

Damage to the spinal cord disrupts communication between the brain and body, often resulting in paralysis. Tetraplegia (loss of function in all four limbs) and paraplegia (loss of function below the waist) are common in high-impact trucking accidents.

Lifetime costs for spinal cord injuries range from $4.7 million to $25.8 million, including wheelchairs, home modifications, ongoing medical care, and loss of earning capacity.

Amputations

Crushing injuries from 18-wheeler impacts sometimes require amputation at the scene or later due to irreparable damage. Prosthetic limbs cost $5,000 to $50,000 each and need replacement throughout the victim’s lifetime.

Severe Burns

Fuel tank ruptures and fires cause severe burns requiring multiple skin graft surgeries. In North Dakota’s cold weather, burn victims face additional complications from infection and healing difficulties.

Wrongful Death

When a trucking accident in Grand Forks County takes a loved one, surviving family members may file wrongful death claims. North Dakota law allows recovery for lost income, loss of consortium (companionship and guidance), mental anguish, funeral expenses, and in cases of gross negligence, punitive damages.

North Dakota Law: What You Need to Know

Every state handles trucking accidents differently. In Grand Forks County, North Dakota law creates both opportunities and deadlines you must understand.

Statute of Limitations

Personal Injury: You have 6 years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. This is longer than many states (Texas, for example, only gives you 2 years), but waiting is dangerous. Evidence disappears quickly, and witnesses’ memories fade.

Wrongful Death: You have 2 years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit in North Dakota. Different rules apply if the death occurs later than the accident date.

Government Claims: If a government entity is involved (poor road maintenance, for example), North Dakota requires notice within 180 days of the incident. Miss this deadline, and you lose your right to sue.

Comparative Negligence: The 50% Bar Rule

North Dakota follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. This means:

• If you are 49% or less at fault for the accident, you can recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault.
• If you are 50% or more at fault, you recover nothing.

The trucking company will try to blame you. They’ll claim you stopped too fast, changed lanes improperly, or were speeding. Our job is to gather the ECM data, ELD records, and witness testimony that proves the truck driver—and the trucking company—were the ones at fault.

Insurance Requirements

Federal law requires minimum commercial truck insurance of:

• $750,000 for non-hazardous freight
• $1,000,000 for oil/large equipment
• $5,000,000 for hazardous materials

Many carriers carry $1 million to $5 million in coverage. This is significantly higher than the $30,000 minimum for personal vehicles in North Dakota, meaning catastrophic injuries can actually be compensated rather than leaving you with unpaid medical bills.

North Dakota’s Winter Weather Defense

Trucking companies love to blame “acts of God” for winter accidents in Grand Forks County. But North Dakota courts recognize that trucking companies have a duty to prepare for winter conditions.

When a company sends a driver onto I-29 during a blizzard warning without proper winter equipment, or when they pressure a driver to meet a deadline despite whiteout conditions, that’s negligence—not an act of God.

We obtain National Weather Service records for your accident date, review the trucking company’s weather policies, and prove they should never have had that truck on the road during those conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions About 18-Wheeler Accidents in Grand Forks County

How long do I have to file a trucking accident lawsuit in Grand Forks County?

North Dakota gives you 6 years for personal injury and 2 years for wrongful death. But evidence disappears in days, not years. Contact us immediately.

What if the trucking company says the accident was my fault?

They always do. North Dakota’s comparative negligence system allows recovery unless you’re 50% or more at fault. We gather ECM data, ELD logs, and witness statements to prove what really happened on that Grand Forks County highway.

How much is my Grand Forks County truck accident case worth?

It depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, and available insurance. With trucking companies carrying $750,000 to $5 million in coverage, serious cases often settle in the hundreds of thousands or millions.

What if the driver was an independent owner-operator?

We investigate lease agreements and insurance. Often both the owner-operator and the contracting motor carrier share liability.

Do I need to pay anything upfront to hire Attorney911?

No. We work on contingency. You pay nothing unless we win. We advance all investigation costs for your Grand Forks County case.

What if the trucking company is from out of state?

We handle that regularly. With Ralph Manginello’s dual-state bar admissions and federal court experience, jurisdictional issues don’t stop us from getting you paid.

Can I still recover if weather contributed to the accident?

Yes. Trucking companies must prepare for North Dakota winters. Sending trucks onto icy roads without proper equipment or driving too fast for conditions is negligence, not an unavoidable accident.

What if I was partially at fault?

As long as you’re less than 50% at fault under North Dakota law, you can recover. Your percentage of fault reduces your recovery, but doesn’t eliminate it.

How quickly should I contact a lawyer after a Grand Forks County trucking accident?

Within 24-48 hours. Every hour you wait, evidence disappears. Black box data overwrites. Dashcam footage deletes. Witnesses forget. We send preservation letters the same day you hire us.

What records will you get from the trucking company?

Everything. ECM/Black box data, ELD logs, Driver Qualification Files, maintenance records, inspection reports, dispatch logs, cell phone records, drug test results, and the physical truck itself.

How long will my case take?

Simple cases with clear liability: 6-12 months. Complex cases with catastrophic injuries: 1-3 years. We work to resolve your Grand Forks County case as quickly as possible while maximizing your recovery.

Will my case go to trial?

Most settle. But we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. Insurance companies offer better settlements when they know your lawyer will actually go to court—and we will.

What if the trucking company offers me a quick settlement?

Don’t take it. Quick offers are designed to pay you less than you deserve before you know the full extent of your injuries. Never accept without consulting an experienced trucking attorney.

Do you handle cases in rural Grand Forks County, not just Grand Forks city?

Yes. We represent clients throughout Grand Forks County—from Northwood to Thompson, from Emerado to Larimore, and everywhere the big rigs travel.

Can I afford an attorney if I’m out of work due to my injuries?

Yes. Our contingency fee means you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid when you get paid.

Do you offer Spanish language services for Grand Forks County residents?

Yes. Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish and provides direct representation without interpreters. Hablamos Español.

Call Attorney911 Today: Your Grand Forks County 18-Wheeler Accident Attorneys

You’ve read this far because you or someone you love needs help. Maybe you’re lying in a hospital bed in Grand Forks wondering how you’ll pay the bills. Maybe you’re planning a funeral for someone who should never have died on I-29. Maybe you’re just trying to figure out if you have a case at all.

You do have rights. And you don’t have to fight the trucking company alone.

When you call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911, here’s what happens:

1. We listen. You tell us what happened on that Grand Forks County highway.
2. We investigate immediately. Within 24 hours, we send spoliation letters to preserve the ECM data, ELD records, and black box evidence that will win your case.
3. We handle everything. Insurance calls, medical liens, expert witnesses—we manage the complex work while you focus on healing.
4. We fight for maximum compensation. We’re not afraid to take on Walmart, Amazon, or any major carrier. We’ve recovered millions for families just like yours.

Ralph Manginello has spent 25 years fighting for injury victims. Luque Peña knows insurance company tricks because he used to work for them. Together, they provide the aggressive, experienced representation Grand Forks County trucking accident victims need.

Don’t let the trucking company win. Don’t accept a lowball settlement that won’t cover your future medical care. Don’t wait until the evidence is gone.

Call Attorney911 now at 1-888-288-9911. Available 24/7 for Grand Forks County trucking accident emergencies.

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

Your consultation is free. You pay nothing unless we win. And we’re ready to fight for every dollar you deserve.

Don’t let them push you around. In Grand Forks County, we push back harder.