Truck accident
Truck Accident Attorneys in Riverside, California
The firms in this guide
- Heiting and Irwin Call Heiting and Irwin: (951) 682-6400
- The Dominguez Firm Call The Dominguez Firm: (800) 818-1818
- Castillo and Montes Attorneys At Law Call Castillo and Montes Attorneys At Law: (951) 552-9181
- Alvandi Law Group, P.C. Call Alvandi Law Group, P.C.: (951) 322-4046
- The Accident Network Law Group
1. Heiting and Irwin
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, semi-truck collisions, tractor-trailer accidents, tanker truck accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, commercial vehicle crashes, catastrophic injuries from truck accidents, wrongful death from trucking collisions
Case Types Handled: Jackknife accidents, head-on truck collisions, rear-end truck accidents, hazardous material spills, cargo spill accidents, brake failure accidents, distracted driving accidents, fatigued driver accidents, impaired truck driver accidents
Legal Services: Truck accident investigation, evidence collection and preservation, negligence determination, insurance claim negotiation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, wrongful death claims, property damage claims, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims
Background: Established law firm with over $500 million recovered for clients since 1976. Six attorneys on staff including James Otto Heiting, Richard H. Irwin, Jean-Simon Serrano, Joshua Cates, Sara B. Morgan, and William C. Bibb. Deep commitment to the fundamental values of the American justice system. Focused on obtaining justice for clients in the Inland Empire and Riverside area. Provides accident checklist resources for truck accident victims.
Location: 6346 Brockton Ave, Riverside, CA 92506
Contact: (951) 682-6400 | https://www.heitingandirwin.com/areas-of-practice/truck-accidents/
Consultation: Free, no-obligation consultation available. Contingency fee basis.
2. The Dominguez Firm
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, semi-truck crashes, 18-wheeler accidents, tractor-trailer collisions, commercial truck accidents, catastrophic injury from truck crashes, wrongful death from truck accidents, brain injuries from trucking collisions
Case Types Handled: Jackknife accidents, rollover accidents, underride accidents, lane change accidents, blowout accidents, truck driver fatigue accidents, speeding truck accidents, improperly loaded truck accidents, defective truck accidents, impaired driving truck accidents
Legal Services: Comprehensive truck accident investigation, FMCSA regulation analysis, trucking company liability investigation, insurance claim negotiation, trial representation, seven and eight-figure verdict recovery, wrongful death claims, catastrophic injury claims, punitive damage claims
Background: Over 30 years of experience serving the greater Los Angeles and Riverside area since 1987. Over $1 billion recovered for clients. Award-winning personal injury attorneys with seven and eight-figure verdicts for truck accident clients. 2026 Best Law Firms recognition by Best Lawyers. Named to U.S. News Best Law Firms list. Extensive community involvement including charitable causes, scholarships, and social justice initiatives. Multiple office locations throughout Southern California.
Location: 3250 Wilshire Blvd. #2200, Los Angeles, CA 90010 (serves Riverside County)
Contact: (800) 818-1818 | https://dominguezfirm.com/locations/riverside/riverside-truck-accident-lawyer/
Consultation: Free consultation available. Contingency fee basis with no-recovery, no-fee guarantee.
3. Castillo and Montes Attorneys At Law
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, 18-wheeler crashes, tractor-trailer accidents, semi-truck collisions, catastrophic injuries from truck accidents, wrongful death claims, personal injury from trucking collisions
Case Types Handled: Rear-end truck accidents, intersection truck accidents, lane change accidents, cargo spill accidents, brake failure accidents, tire blowout accidents, fatigued driver accidents, impaired truck driver accidents
Legal Services: Full case investigation, evidence collection including accident scene photos and witness statements, police report procurement, medical record documentation, insurance claim negotiation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, wrongful death claims, workers’ compensation (related cases)
Background: Over 30 years of dedicated experience handling complex truck accident cases in Southern California. Established track record with top insurance companies. Significant reported case results including $3,225,000 catastrophic serious injury settlement, $2,750,000 car accident injury settlement, $2,360,000 personal injury settlement, and $1,850,000 workers’ compensation insurance settlement. Five office locations throughout Southern California including Riverside, Indio, San Diego, Pomona, and Cathedral City. Spanish-speaking services available.
Location: 3600 Lime St, Building 6, Suite 623, Riverside, CA 92501
Contact: (951) 552-9181 | (800) 497-9774 | https://www.castillolaw.us/riverside/personal-injury/truck-accidents/
Consultation: Free, no-obligation consultation available. Contingency fee basis.
4. Alvandi Law Group, P.C.
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, 18-wheeler crashes, semi-truck collisions, big rig accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, catastrophic injuries from trucking collisions, wrongful death from truck accidents
Case Types Handled: Distracted driving accidents, speeding and aggressive driving accidents, fatigued truck driver accidents, blind spot accidents, lane change accidents, rear-end truck collisions, intersection accidents, rollover accidents
Legal Services: Truck accident investigation, trucking company liability investigation, respondeat superior claims, independent contractor liability analysis, FMCSA regulation violation investigation, insurance claim negotiation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering claims
Background: Experienced personal injury attorneys serving Riverside and surrounding communities. Significant reported case results including $5,400,000 for tree trimming accident, $4,400,000 for construction site incident, $1,500,000 for worksite accident, $850,000 for roofing injury case, and $700,000 for office-related injury. Focus on holding negligent parties accountable for truck accidents throughout the Inland Empire.
Location: Riverside, California (serves Riverside County)
Contact: (951) 322-4046 | https://www.alvandigroup.com/riverside/truck-accident-lawyer/
Consultation: Free case review available. Contingency fee basis.
5. The Accident Network Law Group
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, big rig crashes, tractor-trailer collisions, commercial vehicle accidents, semi-truck accidents, delivery truck accidents, cargo truck accidents, wrongful death from truck accidents
Case Types Handled: Rollover accidents, jackknife accidents, rear-end collisions, override accidents, T-bone collisions, fatigued driver accidents, distracted driving accidents, speeding truck accidents, mechanical failure accidents, improper cargo loading accidents
Legal Services: Comprehensive truck accident investigation, at-fault party identification, trucking company liability claims, insurance claim negotiation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, documentation of accident-related impacts, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, surgical and treatment cost recovery
Background: Experienced truck accident attorneys with extensive experience and in-depth understanding of the legal landscape of commercial truck accident cases. Focus on understanding the full impact accidents have on clients to evaluate case strength and build effective strategies. Advocates for injured victims and families throughout Riverside County.
Location: Riverside, California (serves Riverside County and Southern California)
Contact: Contact form available on website | https://accidentnetwork.com/truck-accidents/
Consultation: Free consultation available. Contingency fee basis.
Weekly Hours, Carrier Records, Public Entity Claims and Noneconomic Damages in Riverside Truck Crash Claims
In a Riverside truck crash, the motor carrier’s own records can show whether the driver was within weekly limits and whether the truck had passed its periodic inspection. California law then limits each defendant’s share of noneconomic damages, and a claim against a public entity runs on its own deadlines.
Noneconomic Damages Among Defendants
Under Civil Code § 1431.2(a), in an action for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death based on principles of comparative fault, each defendant’s liability for noneconomic damages is several only, in direct proportion to that defendant’s percentage of fault, with a separate judgment for that amount.
Weekly Limits
Under 49 CFR 395.3(b), a property-carrying driver may not drive after 60 hours on duty in 7 consecutive days if the carrier does not operate every day, or after 70 hours in 8 consecutive days if it does. Section 395.3(c) allows a restart after 34 or more consecutive hours off duty.
Deadlines Against a Public Entity
Under Government Code § 911.2, a claim for death or injury against a public entity must be presented within six months after accrual. Under § 945.6, suit is due within six months after a written notice rejecting the claim, or within two years from accrual if no written notice is given.
Accident Register and Annual Inspection
Under 49 CFR 390.15(b), the carrier keeps an accident register for 3 years after each accident, listing date, location, driver, injuries, fatalities and any hazardous materials release, together with copies of required accident reports. Under 49 CFR 396.17, each commercial motor vehicle, including each unit of a combination, must have passed a periodic inspection within the preceding 12 months.
Riverside Truck Accident Questions
What counts as an “accident” for the carrier’s register?
Under 49 CFR 390.5, an occurrence involving a commercial motor vehicle that results in a fatality, an injury treated away from the scene, or disabling damage requiring a tow; boarding or alighting from a stationary vehicle and loading or unloading cargo alone are excluded.
Can I recover if I was partly at fault?
Yes. Li v. Yellow Cab Co. (1975) adopted pure comparative negligence. For example, imagine $400,000 in damages and 25 percent of the fault on the injured driver: the recovery would be $300,000.
How long do I have to sue?
Two years under Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1 for injury or death caused by another’s wrongful act or neglect. A claim against a public entity, such as one responsible for a dangerous road condition, follows the Government Code deadlines described above instead.