Frederick Truck Accident Attorneys

A collision with a commercial truck can change everything. In Frederick County, where major freight routes like I-70 and US-15 intersect with residential and rural roads, truck crashes often leave victims with long-term injuries. Foran & Foran represents people injured in serious truck accidents throughout Frederick and nearby Maryland communities. Whether you were hit by a delivery vehicle, a tractor-trailer, or a construction hauler, our attorneys will help you explore all legal options.

Some truck accident cases involve overlapping issues such as faulty equipment, subcontracted drivers, or poor traffic control in construction zones. These crashes may also intersect with problems commonly seen in pedestrian accident and construction site injury cases [link to Frederick Construction Site Accident page], where multiple parties may share responsibility. Foran & Foran is committed to holding every negligent party accountable and helping you pursue the full compensation you deserve. Call 301-441-2022 to speak with a Frederick truck accident lawyer who will protect your rights from day one.

Commercial vehicles on Frederick’s highways and local roads create significant risks when drivers or companies fail to follow safety procedures. Truck crashes differ from passenger vehicle collisions because of the size, weight, and stopping distance involved. When a truck strikes a smaller vehicle, the impact often causes lasting physical harm.

Some of the most common types of truck accidents include:

• Rear-end collisions, especially when truck drivers follow too closely or misjudge traffic flow;
• Jackknife incidents, often caused by improper braking or shifting loads;
• Rollovers, which may happen during sharp turns, downhill driving, or in poor weather;
• Underride crashes, where a car becomes wedged under the trailer;
• T-bone accidents, typically at intersections when a truck fails to yield or runs a red light; and
• Wide-turn collisions occur when trucks swing too far into another lane while turning.

Each of these incidents can result in life-altering injuries. When the crash involves pedestrians or motorcycles, the outcome is often catastrophic. Our Frederick truck accident lawyers build detailed cases around the cause of the crash and who failed to prevent it.

Truck accident cases often involve multiple responsible parties. A Frederick truck accident attorney will examine every detail to identify who contributed to the crash and what laws or regulations were ignored.

Drivers may be liable when they speed, text while driving, fail to rest as federal law requires, or ignore road conditions. Evidence like GPS logs and driver time records can reveal violations.

Freight carriers and delivery companies can be held accountable for poor maintenance, inadequate training, or pressuring drivers to meet unsafe schedules. If the driver has a history of unsafe conduct, they may also be liable for negligent hiring.

If improperly secured cargo shifts and causes a rollover or jackknife, the company responsible for loading may share in the blame. These cases often require expert analysis of weight distribution and vehicle handling.

A mechanic or fleet maintenance provider may sometimes be responsible for brake failure, steering problems, or tire blowouts. Service records are critical for these claims.

If your truck crash occurred near a construction zone, another contractor may have been involved. Poor signage, narrowed lanes, or a lack of flaggers can turn a work area into a hazard, and these situations often overlap with construction site accident claims.

A Frederick truck accident lawyer at Foran & Foran will help you understand your legal options and pursue every avenue for compensation. From medical bills and lost income to pain and suffering, our attorneys work to secure what you need to recover fully. When commercial carriers or their legal teams move quickly to protect their interests, you deserve a legal team that moves faster.

At Foran & Foran, we investigate truck accidents from every angle, including driver logs, cargo manifests, safety violations, and fleet maintenance records. If a trucking company failed to train or supervise its drivers properly, or if a third-party contractor played a role in the crash, you may have more than one valid claim. Our attorneys understand the tactics insurance companies use in commercial vehicle cases and will work to protect your financial future. We have helped Maryland families recover compensation for serious injuries, time away from work, and long-term medical needs. Truck accident cases often escalate quickly once corporate lawyers step in, which is why it is essential to act just as fast. Call 301-441-2022 to connect with a Frederick truck crash attorney ready to fight for you.