What It Takes to Win a TBI Claim Involving a Truck Accident
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change everything in an instant. When a massive commercial truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the forces involved are far greater than in a typical car accident. Victims often suffer severe TBIs, leading to long-term cognitive issues, physical disabilities, and emotional struggles. If you or a loved one sustained a TBI in a truck accident, securing compensation is critical—but truck accident claims are uniquely complex.
At Fried Goldberg LLC, we focus on trucking litigation, with more than 95% of our practice dedicated to representing truck accident victims nationwide. Our highly skilled truck accident lawyers understand the devastating impact of TBIs and have the experience needed to take on trucking companies and their insurers.
Why Truck Accidents Often Cause Severe TBIs
Truck accidents are different from typical car accidents because of the sheer size and weight of commercial vehicles. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, making any collision with a passenger vehicle catastrophic. TBIs in truck crashes often occur due to:
- High-impact collisions – The force of impact can cause a victim’s head to strike the steering wheel, dashboard, or side window.
- Underride accidents – When a smaller vehicle slides under a truck’s trailer, the roof may be crushed, leading to head trauma.
- Flying debris – Loose cargo, shattered glass, or broken metal parts can strike the head and cause penetrating brain injuries.
- Sudden deceleration – Even without direct head contact, the violent movement of the brain inside the skull can cause a TBI, known as a coup-contrecoup injury.
If you or a loved one suffered a head injury in a truck crash, it’s important to get medical attention immediately, as TBIs can have delayed symptoms that worsen over time.
The Challenges of Proving a TBI in a Truck Accident Claim
Trucking companies and insurers fight hard to minimize or deny claims, especially for brain injuries, which can be difficult to prove. Unlike visible injuries like broken bones, TBIs often don’t show up on standard X-rays or CT scans. Insurance companies may argue that:
- Your symptoms are unrelated to the accident.
- You had a pre-existing condition.
- The TBI is mild and doesn’t warrant compensation.
- Your medical records don’t clearly link the brain injury to the crash.
To build a strong case, your attorney must gather extensive medical evidence and expert testimony from neurologists, neuropsychologists, and accident reconstruction specialists. At Fried Goldberg LLC, we work with top medical professionals to document the full impact of your injury and prove liability.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Truck Crash TBI?
Unlike standard car accident claims, truck accident cases often involve multiple liable parties, including:
- The truck driver – If they were speeding, distracted, fatigued, or impaired.
- The trucking company – If they failed to train drivers properly, pushed them to exceed hours-of-service limits or neglected truck maintenance.
- The cargo loading company – If unsecured or improperly loaded cargo caused or worsened the crash.
- The truck manufacturer – If a defective part contributed to the accident.
Determining liability requires an in-depth investigation, including reviewing black box data, driver logs, maintenance records, and more. Our truck accident lawyers have extensive experience uncovering hidden evidence to hold all negligent parties accountable.
Securing Compensation for Brain Injury Victims
At Fried Goldberg LLC, our attorneys have successfully secured millions for clients suffering from TBIs after devastating truck accidents. Some of our notable case results include:
$52 million – Brain Injury – Georgia
A teenager suffered a severe TBI when a tractor-trailer ran a stop sign, leading to a life-altering injury.
$37.5 million – Brain Injury – Georgia
A young adult suffered catastrophic injuries, including a TBI, after colliding with a tractor-trailer that was improperly stopped in the middle of an interstate.
$23.7 million – Brain Injury – Tennessee
Two children suffered brain injuries in a rollover school bus crash caused by reckless driving.
$20 million – Brain Injury – Georgia
A tractor-trailer ran a red light, striking a passenger vehicle and leaving the victim with permanent brain damage.
$9 million – Traumatic Brain Injury – California
A tractor-trailer veered into oncoming traffic, striking a vehicle and causing a severe TBI.
These results reflect just a fraction of the compensation we’ve secured for truck accident victims. If you or a loved one has suffered a TBI due to a truck accident, our legal team is ready to fight for the full compensation you deserve.
How Our Truck Accident Lawyers Can Help
Filing a brain injury claim for a truck accident requires aggressive legal action to counter the trucking company’s defense tactics. At Fried Goldberg LLC, we:
- Investigate the crash to establish fault and liability.
- Work with medical professionals to prove the severity of your TBI.
- Handle all negotiations with insurance companies to maximize your settlement.
- Take your case to trial if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation.
We know how trucking companies operate, and we won’t let them undervalue your brain injury claim.
Let Our Attorneys Handle Your Brain Injury Claim
A traumatic brain injury from a truck accident can alter the course of your life. Whether you’re dealing with cognitive difficulties, emotional distress, or the financial strain of ongoing medical care, the impact can be overwhelming. You shouldn’t have to navigate this battle alone—especially when trucking companies and their insurers are working against you.
At Fried Goldberg LLC, our attorneys are nationally recognized leaders in trucking litigation. With decades of experience handling complex truck accident cases, we understand the unique challenges of proving a TBI claim and holding negligent parties accountable. We have the resources, industry knowledge, and legal strategies needed to stand up to the trucking industry and fight for the compensation you deserve for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term care.
Time is critical in truck accident cases. Trucking companies move quickly to protect their interests, and important evidence can disappear if not preserved immediately. The sooner you take action, the stronger your case will be.
Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll listen to your story, explain your legal options, and fight to get you the justice you deserve. Our office is located in Atlanta, Georgia, and we offer legal representation to truck accident victims nationwide.
“The Fried Goldberg firm is one of the best when it comes to handling commercial vehicle wrecks.” — Chloe D., ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐