Truck accident
Truck Accident Attorneys in Madison, Wisconsin
The firms in this guide
- Hupy and Abraham, S.C. Call Hupy and Abraham, S.C.: (608) 277-7777
- Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers Call Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers: (608) 467-0429
- Atterbury, Kammer & Haag, S.C. Call Atterbury, Kammer & Haag, S.C.: (608) 821-4600
- Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs, LLP
- Rozek Law Offices, S.C. Call Rozek Law Offices, S.C.: (414) 374-4444
1. Hupy and Abraham, S.C.
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, semi-truck crashes, 18-wheeler accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, tractor-trailer collisions, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, car accidents, motorcycle accidents
Case Types Handled: Jackknife accidents, rollover accidents, rear-end truck collisions, driver fatigue accidents, distracted driving accidents, mechanical failure accidents, overloaded truck accidents, brake failure accidents
Legal Services: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations investigation, trucking company negligence claims, driver log analysis, vehicle maintenance record investigation, black box data retrieval, accident reconstruction, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering damages, wrongful death claims
Background: Over 50 years of combined experience. Successfully resolved more than 70,000 cases and recovered more than $2 billion for clients. AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Recognized as one of Wisconsin’s prominent personal injury law firms. Madison office conveniently located near the Beltline Highway.
Location: Madison, WI (serves all of greater Madison area including Janesville, Fitchburg, Sun Prairie, Stoughton, Verona, Middleton)
Contact: (608) 277-7777 | https://www.hupy.com
Consultation: Free consultation available
2. Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, semi-truck collisions, commercial vehicle accidents, 18-wheeler crashes, tractor-trailer accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, personal injury
Case Types Handled: Driver fatigue accidents, distracted driving accidents, speeding accidents, improper lane change accidents, mechanical failure accidents, brake failure accidents, tire blowout accidents
Legal Services: Evidence compilation, accident investigation, trucking record review, driver log analysis, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering damages, wrongful death claims
Background: Firm has successfully represented thousands of injured clients throughout Wisconsin. Russell Nicolet serves as President of the firm. Attorneys maintain strong reputation for client service and communication throughout case process.
Location: 345 W. Washington Ave #309, Madison, WI 53703
Contact: (608) 467-0429 | https://nicoletlaw.com
Consultation: Free consultation, contingency fee basis
3. Atterbury, Kammer & Haag, S.C.
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, car accidents, commercial vehicle crashes, semi-truck accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, personal injury litigation
Case Types Handled: Tractor-trailer accidents, semi-truck collisions, 18-wheeler crashes, driver negligence accidents, distracted driving accidents, fatigued driver accidents
Legal Services: Case assessment, damage valuation, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering damages, wrongful death claims
Background: All partners have been recognized for inclusion in Super Lawyers year after year. Attorneys maintain “Superb” 10.0 Avvo ratings. Eric J. Haag received President’s Award in 2018 from Wisconsin Association for Justice. Team approach ensures experienced attorneys handle all aspects of cases. Represent clients throughout Wisconsin including Madison and Middleton area.
Location: Madison, WI
Contact: (608) 821-4600 | 1-800-817-3729 | https://www.yourwisconsininjurylawyers.com
Consultation: Free case evaluation
4. Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs, LLP
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, commercial vehicle crashes, semi-truck collisions, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents
Case Types Handled: Driver negligence accidents, trucking company negligence, fatigued driver accidents, distracted driving accidents, mechanical failure accidents, improper maintenance accidents
Legal Services: Accident investigation, evidence gathering, accident report analysis, medical record review, witness statement collection, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering damages, wrongful death claims
Background: Over 35 years of experience representing Madison residents. Recognized by American Board of Trial Advocates, Best Lawyers, and Wisconsin Association for Justice. Have recovered millions in damages for clients. Partners include Bob J. Gingras and Paul A. Kinne.
Location: Madison, WI
Contact: https://www.gtwlawyers.com
Consultation: Free case evaluation
5. Rozek Law Offices, S.C.
Practice Focus: Truck accidents, semi-truck accidents, 18-wheeler crashes, commercial vehicle collisions, catastrophic injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death
Case Types Handled: Tractor-trailer accidents, commercial truck crashes, driver negligence accidents, trucking company negligence, mechanical failure accidents, brake failure accidents
Legal Services: Federal trucking regulations investigation, driver log analysis, vehicle maintenance record review, evidence gathering, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering damages, wrongful death claims
Background: Attorney Randy Rozek has focused practice on serious personal injury cases since 1996. Extensive experience representing truck accident victims throughout Wisconsin. Routinely consulted by attorneys nationwide for co-counsel on complex trucking cases due to specialized experience.
Location: 3970 N. Oakland Ave., Suite 604, Milwaukee, WI 53211 (serves Madison and Dane County area)
Contact: (414) 374-4444 | https://www.rozeklaw.com
Consultation: Free consultation available
Truck Maintenance, Hazardous Loads and Government Notice in Madison Truck Crash Cases
Whether the truck was kept in repair, what its load required in coverage and whether the driver had been drinking are federal questions in a Madison truck crash. Wisconsin law adds a 120-day notice for claims against local governmental bodies and its own comparative negligence rule.
Maintenance and Inspection
Under 49 CFR 396.3, every motor carrier must systematically inspect, repair and maintain each vehicle subject to its control, keep maintenance records for 1 year where the vehicle is housed or maintained, and keep them for 6 months after the vehicle leaves its control. Under 396.17, each commercial motor vehicle, including each unit of a combination, must have passed a periodic inspection within the preceding 12 months.
Hazardous Loads and Alcohol
Under 49 CFR 387.9, listed oil and hazardous materials not covered by the higher rows require $1,000,000 in public liability coverage, and bulk hazardous substances and listed explosive, poison and radioactive categories require $5,000,000. Under 382.201, a driver subject to the federal testing rules may not report for or remain on safety-sensitive duty with an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater.
A County Truck or Road Crew
Under Wis. Stat. 893.80(1d)(a) and (b), no action may be brought against a governmental subdivision or agency, or its officers and employees acting in their official capacity, unless written notice of the claim is served within 120 days after the event and an itemized claim is presented to the clerk and disallowed. Failure to give notice does not bar the claim if the entity had actual notice and the delay was not prejudicial.
The Duties of a Driver After a Crash
Under Wis. Stat. 346.67(1), an operator involved in a crash must reasonably investigate what was struck and, on knowing or having reason to know of injury, death or damage to a vehicle driven or attended by a person, must stop, remain at the scene, give name, address and registration number, show the operator’s license on request and render reasonable assistance to an injured person.
Madison Truck Accident Questions
How long do I have to sue after a Madison truck crash?
Three years for an injury claim under Wis. Stat. 893.54(1m)(a), and 2 years for a wrongful death action arising from a motor vehicle accident under 893.54(2m).
Can I recover if I was partly at fault?
Yes, if your negligence is not greater than the negligence of the party you are suing. Under Wis. Stat. 895.045(1), damages are reduced in proportion. For example, imagine $420,000 in damages and 50 percent of the negligence on the injured driver, with 50 percent on the truck driver: the recovery would be $210,000.
What is the penalty for a truck driver who leaves?
Under Wis. Stat. 346.74(5), leaving a crash that injures a person without great bodily harm carries a fine up to $10,000 or up to 9 months, or both; great bodily harm makes it a Class E felony, and a death makes it a Class D felony.