Suffolk County Truck Accident Lawyer

Experienced Truck Accident Attorney in Suffolk County

Every day, Americans across the country share the road with large trucks as they drive to and from work, school, and daily errands. Trucks are an important part of our economic infrastructure, but their close proximity to passenger vehicles creates a significant risk of injury on the roadways. If you or a loved one has been injured in a collision with a large truck, you can seek legal compensation with the help of a seasoned Suffolk County truck accident lawyer. 

Choose the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC

When dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident, you need an attorney with the knowledge and experience it takes to win your case. At the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, we have been serving personal injury clients all over the State of New York for the past three decades. 

At many law firms, clients are passed off to junior staff while senior attorneys merely supervise.  When you choose the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg to represent you, you get direct access to your attorney who will handle the entire case and who has over 30 years of experience beating the largest defense firms. Our approach centers on constant care and communication with our clients and thinking 3 steps ahead of our adversaries. 

How Common Are Truck Accidents? 

With so many passenger cars traveling the same roads as large trucks every day, collisions are, unfortunately, inevitable. According to the National Safety Council, there were 120,724 large trucks involved in crashes that resulted in injuries across the United States in 2024. In 2022, there were 146 fatalities in large truck accidents in the state of New York alone.

A variety of factors contribute to truck accidents, and many of them mirror factors that contribute to other motor vehicle crashes. These include distracted driving, speeding, weather conditions, and more. However, there are some unique factors that contribute to truck accidents. Some of these include the following:

• Larger vehicles. Because trucks are so large and heavy, it is more difficult to stop them quickly. In addition, semi-trucks may experience problems with their trailers, such as jackknifing, that lead directly to accidents.
• Driver fatigue. Drivers of large trucks are usually driving those vehicles for work purposes, and there can be a lot of pressure to complete a run more quickly than is safe. This often leads to fatigue behind the wheel that can cause accidents.  
• Reduced mirror visibility. Because of the sheer size of large trucks, it can be difficult for drivers to see vehicles that are driving alongside them. They have much larger blind spots than the typical passenger vehicle. 

How to Claim Compensation for a Truck Accident in Suffolk County

If you have been injured in a truck accident in Suffolk County and you need to obtain compensation for your losses, you can begin by filing a No-Fault claim within 30 days of the accident to obtain medical coverage for your injuries.  The vehicle you were in is usually going to be the No-Fault carrier, but it is better to consult with an experienced truck accident attorney to make sure.  

The next avenue for pursuing compensation is to file a civil claim against the party at fault for the accident.  For truck accidents, this may include the driver, the owner of the vehicle, and the driver’s employer if working at the time of the accident.  

The nuances associated with liability determination in truck accidents make it important to hire a truck accident lawyer who is familiar with these kinds of cases. Your attorney can file your initial insurance claim for you and communicate with their insurance company on your behalf. If it becomes necessary to file a civil claim, your lawyer can file the claim, negotiate for you, and represent you in court if your case goes to trial. 

FAQs

What if I Cannot Afford to Pay for a Lawyer? 

If you are concerned about the cost of legal representation in your truck accident personal injury case, you can rest easy if you choose the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg. We represent personal injury accident victims on a contingency basis. Rather than requiring any up-front payment for our services, we are paid by a 1/3 percentage of the recovery even if we must wait years and proceed to trial.  

How Long Will It Take to Get My Settlement? 

It is difficult to predict how long it might take to finalize a truck accident personal injury claim and receive a final settlement. Some cases are resolved in a matter of a few months, while others may take years. The length of time it takes depends on many factors including the severity of the injuries, whether treatment is still continuing, the strength of the evidence to prove liability and damages, and the size of the insurance policy limit.  Most importantly, settlement is the decision of the client, so when a case settles will be dependent on whether the client is ready to accept an offer made or wants to pursue a trial for a higher amount. 

Is There a Time Limit to File a Civil Claim in Suffolk County? 

Yes. The State of New York has a statute of limitations of three years for negligence claims.  However, if the defendant is a municipality, the time period will be considerably less, requiring  the lawsuit commenced within one year and 90 days from the accident.  A Notice of Claim will first have to be served within 90 days of the accident.  The Suffolk County Supreme Court, for which the primary location is the Honorable Alan D. Oshrin Supreme Court Building at 1 Court Street in Riverhead, is the court that handles the personal injury claims in Suffolk County. You must file your civil action timely to avoid losing the legal right to pursue an action.

Will I Have to Go to a Courtroom Trial for My Truck Accident Case?

As with any personal injury claim, it is possible that your truck accident personal injury claim will require a courtroom trial. However, most personal injury cases are resolved long before anyone sees the inside of a courtroom. Court proceedings are expensive and time-consuming, and most defendants would rather settle if the plaintiff has a strong case.

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Hire a Truck Accident Lawyer – Contact the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC

When you are injured from a truck accident you need an attorney who knows the nuances of the law associated with such accidents and who has the experience and tenacity to represent you in court. At the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, we are prepared to help you every step of the way. Contact us today to find out how we can help.