Truck Accidents

What Makes Truck Accidents More Complex?

Unlike standard car accidents, truck crashes often involve multiple layers of responsibility and insurance. In any given case, liable parties may include:

• The truck driver (for distracted, impaired, or reckless driving)
• The trucking company (for poor training or unsafe scheduling)
• A freight loader (for improperly secured cargo)
• A maintenance company (for mechanical failure or neglect)
• The manufacturer of a faulty truck part

In Colorado, commercial drivers and their companies must follow strict state and federal safety regulations. We know how to find violations, secure black box data, and expose negligent practices that contributed to your crash.

Common Truck Accident Causes

Many of the truck accident cases we handle involve:

• Driver fatigue or falling asleep at the wheel
• Speeding or reckless driving
• Distracted driving (especially phone use)
• Jackknife or rollover accidents
• Brake or tire failure
• Improperly loaded cargo
• Driving under the influence

Whether the truck was an 18-wheeler on I-70, a delivery truck in downtown Denver, or a construction vehicle on a rural highway, we’ll investigate thoroughly to uncover what went wrong — and who’s responsible.

Truck Accident Injuries Are Often Life-Altering

Due to the size and weight of commercial trucks, the injuries are usually severe. We help clients who are dealing with:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Multiple fractures
• Internal bleeding and organ damage
• Amputations
• Wrongful death of a loved one

These aren’t just “injuries.” They’re major life events — and we treat them that way.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

In Colorado, truck accident victims may be eligible for compensation covering:

• Medical expenses (now and in the future)
• Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and PTSD
• Home modifications or mobility equipment
• Loss of companionship (in wrongful death cases)
• Punitive damages (in cases of gross negligence)
• Permanent physical and mental impairment

Commercial insurance policies can carry millions in coverage. The question is: will the trucking company pay? We’re here to make sure they do.

Why Kaplan Morrell?

At Kaplan Morrell, we don’t back down. We’ve spent over 25 years helping Colorado families recover from catastrophic injuries and wrongful deaths. Our team is experienced, aggressive when necessary, and always focused on you — not the insurance companies.

Here’s why clients trust us:

• Proven results in high-stakes personal injury claims
• Immediate action to preserve crash data and evidence
• Honest, transparent communication from start to finish
• No fees unless we win — guaranteed

“Kaplan Morrell was the only firm that took my case seriously. They fought the trucking company and got me a result that truly changed my life.” — Truck Accident Client, Northern Colorado

What to Do After a Truck Accident

1. Get emergency medical attention. Your health is the top priority.
2. Call the police and request a full report.
3. Take photos, if possible. Include the truck, road conditions, signage, and injuries.
4. Don’t speak to trucking company representatives or insurers.
5. Call Kaplan Morrell. The sooner we’re involved, the stronger your case.

We’ll Go the Distance for You

Truck accident cases are hard-fought — and that’s exactly why you need a law firm that’s not afraid to go the distance. If you or a loved one has been injured in a commercial truck crash anywhere in Colorado, let Kaplan Morrell fight for what you deserve.

📞 Call today or request your free consultation online. We don’t get paid unless we win — and we’re ready to win for you.