Truck Accident Attorney

After A Serious Truck Crash, You Are Not Alone

A collision with a semi-truck, big rig, 18-wheeler, or tractor-trailer can change your life in seconds. You may be dealing with serious personal injuries, missed work, and calls from multiple insurance companies while trying to figure out what to do next.

At , we help injured people and grieving families pursue answers and compensation after major truck accidents. With decades of experience, and led by attorney Robert Kornfeld, who has lived through his own serious injury, our team approaches every case with care, urgency, and respect.

Call (425) 657-5255 for a complimentary consultation and clear answers about your next steps after a truck crash. We’re ready to listen and help you protect your rights starting today.

Why Injured Families Turn To Us

When a commercial truck crash upends your life, you need more than paperwork and deadlines. At , we’re based in Seattle and have represented injured people in the area since the mid-1980s.

Our firm is led by attorney Robert Kornfeld, who has lived through a serious injury and the long recovery that can follow. We explain your options in plain language, protect your legal rights, and handle the work that comes with a truck accident claim so you can focus on your health, your family, and getting back to steady ground.

We make it easier to get help. If travel is difficult, we can meet at our office, by phone, by video, or, when possible, at your home or hospital. Your first consultation is complimentary, and there’s no obligation to move forward.

Why Seattle Truck Crashes Are So Complex

Truck crashes involving tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, and other commercial vehicles aren’t like typical car accidents. These rigs weigh far more than passenger vehicles and require much longer stopping distances, so when a mistake occurs, the injuries and damage are often severe.

These cases are also more complex because multiple parties may share responsibility, and the rules are different. A Seattle tractor-trailer accident can involve the driver, the trucking company, the trailer owner, the loader, or a maintenance provider, and key evidence can disappear quickly. Electronic truck data, driver logs, inspection and maintenance records, and commercial insurance policies often determine what happened and what coverage is available, so early and thorough investigation matters.

Common Causes Of Serious Truck Collisions

• Serious truck and big rig crashes often trace back to decisions made long before the vehicles meet on the road
• In the Seattle area, port activity, interstate traffic, and congestion increase the volume of large commercial trucks on busy routes

Common causes of truck and semi-truck collisions include:

• Driver fatigue from long hours and delivery pressure
• Speeding or following too closely in heavy or changing traffic
• Distracted driving
• Poor maintenance
• Improperly loaded or unsecured cargo that shifts in transit
• Inadequate training or unsafe company policies
• A simple trigger in a police report is often the final moment of deeper issues like fatigue, scheduling pressure, or missed maintenance

Who May Be Responsible For Your Losses

Truck crashes can involve more than one responsible party, which makes the aftermath harder to untangle. While you’re recovering, you shouldn’t have to sort through multiple companies, contractors, and insurance policies on your own.

Depending on the facts, liability may involve the truck driver, the trucking company, a cargo loader, a maintenance provider, or a parts manufacturer, sometimes alongside other drivers or unsafe roadway conditions. The goal is to identify every party that contributed to the crash by reviewing records, electronic data, and witness accounts, then explain your options clearly so you can decide what to do next.

How We Help After A Truck Crash

• Complimentary consultation to understand what happened and explain your options
• Flexible meetings: office, phone, video, or home/hospital when possible
• We gather evidence and handle insurance communications
• We keep you updated and guide the settlement or trial steps
• What you can do now: get medical care, save records/photos, limit insurer calls, reach out for advice

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I really need a lawyer after a truck crash?

Many people find that having a lawyer is very helpful in serious truck cases. These crashes often involve multiple companies, large insurance policies, and complex rules. We can explain your options, help protect your rights, and handle communications while you focus on your health.

How much does it cost to hire your firm?

Your first consultation with our firm is complimentary. In many injury matters, attorney fees are paid as a portion of a financial recovery rather than upfront. We explain our fee structure clearly before you decide whether to hire us so you can make an informed choice.

I am in the hospital. How can we meet?

If you are in the hospital or at home and cannot travel, we can often arrange to meet by phone, video, or in person at your location when possible. Our goal is to make it easier for you to get legal guidance without adding strain during your recovery.

How long will my truck accident case take?

The length of a case depends on many factors, including your medical recovery, how clearly fault is shown, and how the insurers respond. Some claims resolve in months, others take longer. We keep you updated on timing and work to move your case forward thoughtfully.

What should I bring to our first consultation?

It helps to bring any crash reports, photos, medical records you already have, and insurance or contact information you received after the collision. If you do not have much yet, that is fine. We can still talk through what happened and suggest what to gather next.

Talk With Our Team About Your Next Step

After a serious crash with a semi-truck, big rig, 18-wheeler, or tractor-trailer, you deserve clear information and caring support. Speaking with a truck accident attorney Seattle residents trust can help you understand your options, protect your rights, and start to regain a sense of control.

We treat our clients like family, we meet in the way that works best for your situation, and we guide you through every step of the claim process. If you are ready to talk about what happened and how we may be able to help, you can reach us today for a complimentary consultation.

If you or someone you love was hurt in a serious truck accident, contact to talk through your options with no obligation. A conversation now can help you move forward with confidence and support.