Skip to Content
Top
Truck Accident

Long Beach Truck Accident Lawyer

Injured in a Truck Accident on the 710, 405 or 605 Freeway in Long Beach?

Truck accidents occur daily on Long Beach's vast freeway system, including on the I-710, I-405, and I-605, all of which are used by trucking companies to transport goods. In particular, Interstate 710, also known as the Long Beach Freeway, is heavily used by trucking companies, as it connects the Port of Long Beach to the Port of Los Angeles, and to the rail yards in East Los Angeles and Vernon.

About Truck Accidents

An accident involving a truck (including a tractor trailer, semi, 18-wheeler, big rig, dump truck, tow truck or flatbed) can result in serious injury or death. Because the value of a claim against a trucking company is often significant, and because trucking companies are often partially self-insured, which means that they must pay for part of any settlement or verdict out of their own pocket, trucking companies invest heavily in fighting these cases. Even if the accident was undisputedly the trucker's fault, trucking companies will spend tremendous sums to fight and minimize the value of your claim.

Trucking companies commonly get their representative to the scene immediately to start collecting evidence to use in their defense. Trucking companies often require their drivers to carry "accident kits" which include a camera and witness statement forms. While the injured victim is fighting for his or her life, the truck driver is calling the accident into his company, taking photographs, and getting statements.

Why Hire McGee, Lerer & Associates on your Truck Accident Case?

You need an experienced truck accident attorney protecting your interests from the get-go. Having the right attorney is important because the firm you hire can have a tremendous impact on the value of your case. At the Long Beach firm of McGee, Lerer & Associates, we have a long history of representing victims injured in truck and tractor-trailer collisions. We understand the devastating physical, emotional and financial consequences that can result from a truck accident.

What sets us apart?

  • Long Beach attorneys Daniel McGee and Catherine Lerer are a husband and wife team with over 40 years of combined experience.
  • 100% of our practice is devoted to representing serious injury and wrongful death victims.
  • We have extensive experience litigating truck accident cases.
  • We have relationships with the best experts in the trucking industry.
  • We have the financial resources to go up against a trucking company's war chest.
  • We aggressively pursue owner-operator downtime claims.
  • If you don't have health insurance or the money to pay for medical treatment, we can arrange for immediate medical treatment on a pay-later basis.
  • If your injuries are serious and liability is not disputed, we may be able to get you a cash advance.

Why Truck Accidents Occur

There are a number of reasons why truck accidents occur, including:

  • Negligent maintenance 
  • Untrained drivers
  • Tired driver
  • Faulty equipment
  • Negligence
  • Driver intoxication
  • Driver recklessness
  • Faulty brakes
  • Overloaded trailer

Critical Areas of Investigation in a Truck Accident Case

If you have been injured in a big rig accident, you need an experienced truck accident attorney who is familiar with the critical aspects of investigating a truck accident:

  • Obtaining the trucking company's safety records
  • Investigating the truck driver's driving record
  • Determining whether the truck driver had the proper training
  • Obtaining the truck's maintenance history
  • Analyzing the trucking company's accident history
  • Obtaining the truck driver's cell phone records

Truck Accident Attorney in Long Beach

After an accident, speak to a Long Beach truck accident lawyer before you speak to the trucking company representative or insurance adjuster. They will try to lull you into believing that you don't need an attorney because they'll take care of you. Their sole goal, however, is to pay you as little as possible.

Without the protection of an attorney, you could unwittingly arm the trucking company or adjuster with ammunition that will be used against you. Having an experienced truck accident attorney, who is known and respected by the other side, can have a big impact on the value of your case.


Contact a Long Beach Truck Accident Attorney at McGee, Lerer & Associates today if you or a loved one has been injured and needs help. Let our family help yours.


 

Why Choose McGee, Lerer & Associates?

What Makes Us Different
  • Four Convenient Locations
    We have 5 offices in Southern California - Los Angeles, Pasadena, Santa Monica & Long Beach
  • 24/7 Availability
    We can be available nights and weekends and come to you at the hospital or at home.
  • No Fees Unless We Win
    If we are unsuccessful in our efforts to recover your compensation, you owe nothing. Learn more here.
  • Individual Attention
    We take the time to understand all the unique factors of your case to achieve the best results.

Contact Us Today

100% Free Consultation
  • Please enter your first name.
  • Please enter your last name.
  • Please enter your phone number.
    This isn't a valid phone number.
  • Please enter your email address.
    This isn't a valid email address.
  • Please make a selection.
  • Please enter a message.

Our Previous Clients Tell Their Stories

Learn What It's Like to Work With Our Firm

At McGee, Lerer & Associates, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    "This law firm is very professional"

    After my car accident, I didn't know what to do. I tried to fix the problem myself, and my insurance ignored me. After speaking with Catherine and her working group Maria and Nick, I have actually been able to achieve what my insurance said would not be po

    "They make you feel like you are their only customer"

    They were always available to answer my messages and questions. I am very grateful to them. I recommend them.

    "Thank you so much, my family and I are very grateful."

    Thank you McGee Lerer & Associates! Your services went beyond expected. You always kept me updated with calls and emails. I am very satisfied with the facility you sent me to. They were excellent!! Doctors and staff were friendly. Thank you so much, my fam

    - L.J.
    "ny questions my wife and I had Catherine or Denise we’ll gladly answer. Once again highly recommend this firm."

    McGee, Lerer and Associates’s, thank you for your help. I highly recommend this firm. Catherine was our lawyer who helped my wife and I out during the whole process of a car accident we were. Denise as well helped us through out the process. Any questions

    - R.A.
    "hey helped me get the medical treatment I needed. I recommend this firm for personal injury cases!"

    After a bad car accident I was referred to McGee, Lerer and Associates. I closely worked wih Catherine and Rachael, who always had time to answer my questions and were concerned with my wellbeing and healing after the accident. They helped me get the medic

    - M.J.
    "I want to thank Catherine and her team for making this process fast and easy for me and my husband. Any questions we had they answered right away."

    I want to thank Catherine and her team for making this process fast and easy for me and my husband. Any questions we had they answered right away.

    - E.A.
    "I Highly recommend them!"

    I'm 24 years old and barley understand my car insurance to be honest. When i got into my accident I was easily discouraged and willing to just accept what happened and not do anything. Luckily a close friend of Catherine's is a customer at my restaurant an

    - M.P.
    "very professional customer service and excellent staff."

    Excelllent team of attorneys. Changed the bad experience of getting into a accident to a positive outcome. I got all the medical help I needed to recover. very professional customer service and excellent staff.

    - N.G.