Big Truck Accident Attorneys in Baton Rouge, Zachary, Gonzales, & Denham Springs
The Lawyer on the Truck™. The Lawyer on the Truck™. If you’ve been involved in a big truck wreck, you need an attorney who isn’t afraid to fight the trucking companies. Being in an accident with a big rig can be devastating. The size and weight of these trucks are overwhelming. Accidents involving 18 wheelers, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, flatbeds, tank trucks, delivery trucks, box trucks, and dump trucks are usually very serious and oftentimes result in a fatality. These big truck companies usually have legal resources at their disposal and will use any means necessary in defense of their driver. In many cases, the first thing these companies do is dispatch their “accident investigation team” to the scene of the wreck to discover ways to eliminate their liability. Trucking companies will usually do everything in their power to strengthen their case and weaken the victim’s chance of recovery. This is why it is extremely important for victims of big truck wrecks to immediately contact a truck accident attorney. At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, our big truck wreck lawyers are experienced, knowledgeable, and possess the resources needed to successfully recover the compensation our clients deserve. Contact Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys has helped clients in cities like Baton Rouge, Zachary, Gonzales, and Denham Springs obtain due justice. Contact our office today at 225.888.8888!
If you or someone you love has been the victim in an accident involving a big truck the personal injury attorneys at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys are here to help. In many cases, these big truck accidents result in the victim sustaining serious injury, the inability to work, pay bills or not having the resources to obtain the medical attention needed. At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, our truck accident attorneys take care of the legal issues while our clients recover from their injuries and get back to their lives.
Our renowned Baton Rouge law firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning that our clients do not owe us unless we recover money through a trial or settlement. Victims of big truck wrecks should have a local attorney with success in winning big truck accident cases by their side. We’ve handled hundreds of truck wreck cases throughout Texas, Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana. Our attorneys have successfully handled over 42 truck accident-related cases that have resulted in a verdict or settlement of over 1 million dollars.
The Complexity of Big Truck Wreck Cases
Vastly different from your typical car accident case, truck accident cases are complex and come with far higher stakes. The complex issues accompanied by truck accidents should be considered and investigated. When our investigators reach the scene immediately after a big truck accident, they can help level the playing field for your case. This allows our big truck wreck attorneys to sufficiently address the important issues and prepare for winning your case. Our attorneys will hold the insurance company, trucking company, truck driver, and any other liable parties accountable for your injuries and losses. If you’ve suffered life-altering injuries or lost a loved one to fatal injuries due to a big truck wreck, our attorneys are here to help. Call today for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys in Baton Rouge, Zachary, Gonzales, or Denham Springs.
Truck Accident Settlements & Verdicts
$13,000,000
Commercial Big Truck Accident Causes Brain Injury to Young Boy
As a result of a commercial big truck accident, a young boy suffers brain injury.
$7,650,750
Big Rig Hits Company Truck
Our client was involved in a wreck with a big rig that hit his company truck. Case resulted in serious injuries and a verdict of $7,650,750.
$5,000,000
18 Wheeler Rear End Wreck
$5,000,000 settlement for a 33-year old LPN, rear ended by an 18 Wheeler on I-12 in Baton Rouge.
$4,200,000
Big Rig Accident Causes Serious Injuries
Big rig accident causes serious injuries and $4,200,000 settlement.
$3,800,000
Wrongful death in commercial trucking accident
A settlement has been reached in the case of a 1996 accident that claimed the lives of three Jones County residents.
$3,500,000
Truck Driver T Boned by 18 Wheeler
Our client, a truck driver, was hit by an 18-wheeler that ran a stop sign and T boned his truck.
$2,800,000
Defective product design in truck causes paraplegia
Our client was involved in an accident which the defective product design in the truck caused paraplegia.
$2,800,000
Wrongful death in custom bus accident
A custom bus accident causes a wrongful death.
$2,500,000
18 Wheeler accident causes herniated disc and shoulder injury
Our client suffered from herniated disc and shoulder injury after an 18 wheeler accident.
$2,375,000
18 Wheeler Accident Causes Paraplegia
Our client suffered from paraplegia after being involved in an 18-wheeler accident.
$2,200,000
Wrongful Death of Husband and Father after 18 Wheeler Accident
Wrongful death of father and husband caused by an 18 wheeler accident.
$2,100,000
Big Truck Accident Causes Multiple Injuries
Our client was involved in a big truck accident causing multiple orthopaedic injuries and settlement over $2,000,000.
$1,975,000
Warehouse worker pinned by delivery truck suffers massive internal injuries
A delivery truck pins a warehouse worker resulting in massive internal injuries.
$1,900,000
Big truck runs over pedestrian resulting in wrongful death
Big truck runs over pedestrian resulting in a wrongful death.
$1,700,000
Passenger Hit by Big Rig
Our client was a passenger hit by big rig from the back resulting in serious injuries. Case resulted in a settlement of $1,700,000.
$1,600,000
Guest Passenger Injured in a T Bone Truck Accident
Our client was a guest passenger in a vehicle when they were involved in a T-bone accident with a truck resulting in severe injuries.
$1,500,000
18 Wheeler Rear End Accident causes Back Injury
Our client was involved in an 18 wheeler rear-end accident which resulted in back injuries and a settlement of $1,500,000
$1,500,000
Dump Truck Accident Death
Our client was involved in an accident with a dump truck involving the death of a loved one and a verdict of $1,500,000.
$1,500,000
Commercial tank explosion causes severe burns
A Texas Eastern pipeline ruptured and caused a gas explosion out of St. Francisville, which resulted in burns to our client and property damage.
$1,450,000
18 Wheeler Accident Causes Herniated Disc & Fractured Elbow
An 18 wheeler accident causes our client to suffer from herniated disc and fractured elbow.
$1,450,000
Professional wrestler vehicle hits big truck, injuring passengers
A professional wrestler vehicle collides with a big truck and seriously injures passengers.
$1,450,000
Truck Accident Causes Brain Damage to Infant
Due to a big truck collision, an infant child suffered brain damage. Cases settled for $1.45 million.
$1,300,000
Truck Hits Car Pushing it in Ditch
Client is hit by a truck on HWY 90 pushing her into the ditch.
$1,300,000
Big Truck Wreck Verdict
Client was involved in a bad wreck with a big truck that ran a red light. Neck, back, head and shoulder injuries. Verdict of $1.3 million.
$1,200,000
18 Wheeler Rear End Crash
Our client was rear-ended by and 18 wheeler resulting in a verdict of $1.2 million.
$1,050,000
Big Truck Wreck with Bad Injuries
Our client was in a big truck wreck resulting in many injuries all over the body. Case settled for $1,050,000.
$1,000,000
Truck Driver Rear Ended by Another 18 Wheeler
Our client a truck driver was rear ended by another 18-wheeler.
$1,000,000
Rear End Accident with Dump Truck
Our client was rear ended by a dump truck resulting in cervical fusion.
$1,000,000
Rear End Accident with 18 Wheeler
Our client was rear ended by an 18 Wheeler which resulted in multi-level spurring and nerve damage.
$1,000,000
Big Truck Wreck Causes Multiple Injuries
Our client was involved in a big truck wreck that caused multiple serious injuries. The case resulted in a settlement of $1,000,000.
$1,000,000
School Bus Wreck with a Work Truck
Our client was in a school bus wreck with a work truck that turned in front of them, causing head, neck, back and shoulder injuries. Settled for $1,000,000.
$1,000,000
Tire explosion causes loss of arm
A truck tire and rim exploded ripping off the arm of truck stop employee who was twenty-seven years old at the time. Although the case was sealed on appeal, the jury awarded $1,000,000.00.
$900,000
Commercial Truck Wreck
Client was involved in a commercial truck wreck resulting in multiple injuries and surgery and a settlement of $900,000.
$877,191
18 Wheeler Rear Ends Another 18 Wheeler
Our client was driving his 18 wheeler when another 18 wheeler rear-ended him. The case resulted in a $877,191 verdict.
$821,463
Semi Truck Hit by Drunk Driver
Our client was in a semi truck when a drunk driver collided into him. The case resulted in a settlement of $821,463.
$750,000
Bus Accident results in Injuries
Our client was in an accident with a bus that ran a stop sign and hit her. The resulting settlement was $750,000.
$700,000
Ran a Red Light
Client suffered serious head, neck and back injuries after being hit by the defendant who ran a red light. Case resulted in a $700,000 verdict.
$690,000
Client Rear Ended Resulting in Multiple Injuries
Our client was rear ended resulting in injuries to neck, back, arm, and leg. Settlement was $690,000.
$687,500
Hit by a Garbage Truck
Our client was hit by a garbage truck which resulted in head, neck and shoulder injuries, and a settlement of $687,500.
$675,000
Client Hit by a Truck on LA 24
Our client was traveling east on LA 24 when he was hit by a truck. The case resulted in a settlement of $675,000.
$667,000
Back Injury from 18 Wheeler Accident
Back injury resulting from 18-wheeler rear-end accident. Case settled for $667,000.
$600,000
18 Wheeler Wreck in Walker, LA
Client rear ended by an 18 wheeler at a red light in Walker, LA. Resulted in disc injuries to the client requiring surgery. Case settled for $600,000.
$590,000
Car Accident Resulted in Bulging Discs
Car accident that resulted in bulging disc(s), where defendant pulled out in front of our client. Results in $590,000 settlement.
$550,000
Big Truck Wreck on I-12
Livingston Parish big truck wreck on I-12 with multiple injuries and surgery required. Case resulted in a settlement of $550,000.
$500,000
18 Wheeler and Multi Automobile Accident
18 wheeler pulled out in front of client and another 18 wheeler. Resulted in disc and brain injuries with surgery required. Case settled for $500,000.
$500,000
Armored Truck Wreck
Our client was involved in a bad T-bone wreck with an armored truck resulting in neck, knee and hip injuries and a settlement of $500,000.
$474,117
18 Wheeler Wreck With Disc Injuries
Clients were traveling in far right lane when 18 wheeler came in their lane and hit them. Resulted in disc injuries with surgery.
$474,117
Speeding 18 Wheeler
Speeding 18 wheeler forces clients out of their lane that was ending resulting in a wreck.
$450,000
Juban Road Truck Wreck
Client involved in an accident on Juban Road with a big truck resulting in injuries to the knee, hand and face. Case had a $450,000 verdict.
$429,000
Big Trucks Collide with Client Suffering Bulging Discs and Mild Protrusion
Our client, big truck driver was hit by another 18-wheeler. The impact caused bulging discs and minor protrusion.
$425,000
Sideswiped by 18 Wheeler and Dragged Several Yards
Our client was sideswiped by an 18 wheeler and dragged several yards. Case resulted in $425,000 settlement. Bruised Ribs, Back & Neck Pain
$425,000
18 Wheeler Wreck with Lacerations
Our client was in a wreck with an 18 wheeler suffering lacerations all over the body. Case resulted in a $425,000 settlement.
$425,000
18 Wheeler Accident Resulting in Hospitalization
Our client was involved in an accident with an 18 wheeler. The injuries suffered required hospitalization.
$400,000
18 Wheeler Clips Car Resulting in Bulging Disc
Our client was clipped by an 18 wheeler truck. As a result, our client suffered bulging discs.
$390,000
Two 18 Wheelers Wreck
Two 18 wheelers wreck causing our client to have disc injuries. Case resulted in a settlement of $390,000.
$375,000
Cement Truck Accident
The client pulled up to construction site when a cement truck in front of him backed into him twice.
$375,000
Vehicle Flips Several Times After Hit by 18 Wheeler
Client in friend's vehicle when 18 wheeler ran a red light and hit them causing vehicle to flip over several times.
$375,000
Garbage Truck Wreck
Garbage truck backed into our client. Garbage truck backed into her. Driver had headphones in and did not hear horns honking or see client behind her.
$350,000
18 Wheeler Wreck on Mississippi River Bridge
Traveling on the Mississippi River Bridge when 18 wheeler rear ended clients.
$350,000
Pregnant Client in Wreck
Pregnant client is rear ended in an wreck with a big truck and taken away by ambulance. Case resulted in a $350,000 settlement.
$350,000
18 Wheeler Wreck Resulting in Death
Client was a passenger in a vehicle rear ended by and 18 wheeler. Driver was killed. Case resulted in a $350,000 settlement.
$345,000
Rear Ended by Big Rig
Client was rear ended by a big rig. Resulted in a $345,000 settlement.
$343,285
Bulging Disc and Tendinosis from 18 Wheeler Wreck
Client was the driver in a vehicle that was rear-ended by an 18 wheeler resulting in bulging disc and tendinosis.
$342,624
Garbage Truck and Motorcycle Wreck
Garbage truck and motorcycle wreck. Truck pulled in front of client's motorcycle resulting in soft tissue injuries and scars.
$337,500
Wreck With An 18 Wheeler
Client was in a wreck with an 18 wheeler. Rear-ended resulting in a disc injury with surgery required.
$325,525
Wreck with a Sugarcane Truck
Client was in a police vehicle that was involved in a wreck with a sugarcane truck resulting in broken bones, disc injuries, and scars.
$325,000
Wreck on Government
Our client was involved in a wreck on Government with an 18 wheeler resulting in serious injuries and a settlement of $325,000.
$300,621
Lafayette 18 Wheeler Wreck
Our client was a victim of a Lafayette 18 wheeler wreck at an intersection resulting in injuries and a case verdict of $300,621.
$280,000
Rear End Big Truck Accident Aggravating Degenerative Disc Disease
Client was rear ended by an 18-Wheeler in Jennings, Louisiana. Degenerative disc disease was aggravated and received neck treatment for 2-1/2 years in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
$275,000
Siegen Lane Accident
Siegen Lane Accident resulting in injuries from a company truck. Case settled for $275,000.
$260,000
Hwy 61 Big Truck Wreck
Our client was involved in a serious big truck wreck on Hwy 61. Case resulted in head trauma and collarbone injuries and a settlement of $260,000.
$251,500
Big Truck Wreck in St. James Parish
Client rear ended by big truck in St. James Parish resulting in back and leg injuries and a settlement of $251,500.
$251,294
Rear Ended by Dump Truck
Our client was rear ended by a dump truck resulting in neck and back injuries. Case resulted in a settlement of $251,294.
$250,000
Side Swiped on I-10 by Big Truck
Client was driving on I-10 when they were side-swiped and involved in a big truck wreck. Resulted in shoulder, neck and back injuries. $250,000 settlement.
$250,000
Semi Trucks Sandwich Client's Vehicle
Client was involved in a wreck by being sandwiched between two semi trucks. Resulted in serious injuries, surgery and a settlement of $250,000.
$245,000
Port Allen 18 Wheeler Wreck
Client was in an 18 wheeler wreck in Port Allen, LA, resulting in neck injuries and a settlement of $245,000.
$240,000
Rear Ended Twice by Big Rig
Client was rear ended multiple times by a big rig resulting in injuries and a settlement of $240,000.
$240,000
Delivery Truck T Bone
Client injured in a T Bone wreck with a delivery truck on Siegen Lane in Baton Rouge. Case resulted in a $240,000 settlement.
$235,000
Sideswipe with Multiple Surgeries
Client was seriously injured in a sideswipe accident involving a casualty and multiple surgeries for the client. Case settled for $235,000.
$225,636
Rear Ended with Many Injuries
Client was rear ended resulting in neck, back and shoulder injuries and a settlement of $225,636.
$225,444
Big Truck Wreck Roseland
Our client was involved in a big truck wreck in Roseland, LA. It was a T Bone accident resulting in head injuries and a verdict of $225,444.
$200,000
18 Wheeler Tow Truck
18 Wheeler Tow Truck incident due to mishandling resulted in injuries to our client and a case settlement of $200,000. Handled by Attorney Richard Zimmerman.
$196,197
Disc Injuries in Ascension Parish
Rear ended by an 18 wheeler at a red light in Ascension Parish resulting in disc injuries and a settlement of $196,197.
$185,000
18 Wheeler Wreck with Cane Truck
Our client was driving an 18 wheeler when they were hit head on by a cane truck. Resulted in both chest and shoulder injuries and a settlement of $185,000.
$175,000
Client Side Swiped in Big Rig Wreck
Our client was side swiped in a big rig wreck which resulted in head, back, hip, neck and shoulder pain. The case resulted in a $175,000 settlement.
$162,500
18 Wheeler Runs Red Light
Our client was hit by an 18 wheeler that ran a red light. The client suffered serious injuries including broken neck, hand, slash on the back and a re-injured hip.
$152,586
Big Truck Wreck on I-10
Client involved in a wreck on I-10 due to 18 wheeler jamming our client into the guard rail. Case resulted in a settlement of $152,586.
$150,000
Head Hit Steering Wheel During 18 Wheeler Wreck
Our client was rear ended by an 18 wheeler which caused head to be thrown into the steering wheel. Suffered busted nose, head, neck and back injuries.
$150,000
18 Wheeler Side Swipe
Client in a wreck with an 18 Wheeler that sideswiped him on I-10. Case was handled by Attorney Chet Boudreaux and settled for $150,000.
$148,054
Multi Car Pile Up ending in fatalities
Our client was involved in a very bad multicar pile up on the interstate with a big truck resulting in fatalities and a settlement of $148,054.
$145,000
18 Wheeler Pulled in Front of client
Client was in a wreck with an 18 wheeler that pulled out in front of him. Client struck the 18 wheeler. Case settled for $145,000.
$135,312
18 wheeler I-10 Wreck
Client was involved in an 18 wheeler wreck on I-10 resulting in being rammed into the guard rail. Multiple people and injuries involved. Settled for $135,312.
$130,000
Side Swiped by School Bus
Client was side swiped by a school bus resulting in 5 herniated discs and a settlement for $130,000.
$130,000
Delivery Truck Wreck
Client was involved in a wreck with a delivery truck resulting in severe back injuries and a settlement of $130,000.
$125,000
18 Wheeler Wreck resulted in Head, Neck, and Back pain
Client was in an accident with an 18 wheeler resulting in head, neck and back pain. Case settled for $125,000.
$125,000
18 Wheeler Mississippi Wreck
Our client was involved in an 18 wheeler wreck in Mississippi that resulted in multiple injuries and a settlement of $125,000.
$120,000
18 Wheeler Makes Bad U-Turn
Our client was in a wreck with an 18 wheeler that made a poor effort at a U turn as it ran over her car from not noticing her. Case settled for $120,000.
$116,000
Mail Delivery Truck Wreck
Our client was involved in a Mail Delivery Truck Wreck which resulted in multiple injuries to back and extremities. Case settled for $116,000.
$111,271
Side Swiped by Big Truck
Client was side swiped by a big truck resulting in shoulder and hip injuries and a settlement of $111,271.
$110,000
Wreck on a Bus
Client was on a bus that was rear ended by a truck, resulting in head, neck and back injuries and a settlement of $110,000.
$100,000
Big Truck Accident with Moderate lumbar levoscoliosis suffered by client
Big truck accident causes car to spin in Orange, Texas. Our client suffered moderate lumbar levoscoliosis.
$42,800
Big Truck Wreck in Slidell Causes Headaches, Back, Neck, Leg & Shoulder Pain
Our client was involved in a big truck wreck in Slidell, Louisiana. The client suffered from head, neck, back, shoulder and leg pain as well as headaches.
$23,800
Client was side swiped by an 18 wheeler in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Client was side swiped by an 18 wheeler in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Suffered from back, neck and leg pain.
$20,000
18 Wheeler Wreck in Erath Causes Client to Suffer from Broken Wrist & Bruised Ribs
18 wheeler wreck in Erath, Louisiana resulted in our client suffering from a broken wrist and bruised ribs.
$8,600
Client was side swiped by an 18 wheeler in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Client was side swiped by an 18 wheeler in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Suffered from lower back and shoulder pain.
$6,000
Client Rear Ended by 18 Wheeler in Clinton, Louisiana
Client was rear ended by an 18 wheeler in Clinton, Louisiana. Suffered from neck/back soreness and pain.
$5,986
Big Truck Accident in Baton Rouge Results in Concussion, Neck & Back Pains
Our client was involved in a big truck accident and suffered from neck & back pain and a concussion.
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