In Arizona, responsibility for a truck crash is determined through an investigation by law enforcement, insurance companies, and, if a lawsuit is filed, ultimately by a judge or jury. Police reports, witness statements, crash scene evidence, and expert analysis are commonly used to assess fault.
Arizona Truck Accident Lawsuits
The Ammons Law Firm has recovered over $1 billion for accident victims, many of whom were involved in 18-wheeler accidents. If you or a loved one has been injured due to a trucking accident, call The Ammons Law Firm to speak with our Arizona truck accident attorneys and receive a free consultation.
Arizona Truck Accident Attorneys
If you’ve recently suffered injuries in a truck accident, you’re not alone. We understand that the aftermath of such an incident can be overwhelming, both emotionally and financially. Our dedicated team of experienced truck accident attorneys have spent their careers helping victims who have suffered truck accident injuries ranging from spinal trauma to catastrophic burns. With our extensive knowledge and proven track record, we’re here to provide the support and legal representation you need during this challenging time.
At the Ammons Law Firm, we recognize that every case is unique, and we are committed to fighting for the justice and compensation you deserve. Our truck accident lawyers will work tirelessly to investigate the circumstances of your accident, gather evidence, and build a strong case on your behalf. You can trust us to navigate the complex legal process and negotiate with insurance companies, allowing you to focus on your recovery and well-being. Remember, you don’t have to face this journey alone.
When choosing a truck accident lawyer to handle your legal claims, you need to make sure the lawyer has the experience, training, and resources to beat the other side. Our Arizona truck accident attorneys have prosecuted claims against trucking companies for over three decades. Together, our truck accident lawyers have over a century of combined experience. This experience has established our firm as a go-to truck accident law firm in Arizona and throughout the state. We have the resources to hold all wrongdoers accountable.
Holding all wrongdoers is important for your case and for the motoring public.
First, holding a trucker, trucking company, manufacturer, or service company responsible for their mistakes leads to change. Victims of serious injuries do not want others to experience the same suffering. Holding wrongdoers accountable creates a financial disincentive to continue in the wrongful conduct. The more often a driver or corporation is held accountable for their wrongful conduct, the more difficult it becomes for the wrongdoer to remain in the commercial trucking industry. This makes our communities safer.
Second, holding all wrongdoers accountable ensures our clients receive the compensation they deserve. In a serious semi-truck accident, our clients sustain injuries that change their lives forever, including traumatic brain injuries, severe burns, and back injuries from truck accidents that often require long-term medical care. The cost of medical care alone often exceeds the available insurance of the negligent driver. Identifying and proving all wrongdoing increases the total funds available to compensate our injured clients, resulting in larger recoveries.
We recently resolved a case for a client who lost her husband in a truck crash. The husband was traveling on I-35 early in the morning when he crashed into the back of a crash attenuator dump truck parked next to a moving lane of traffic in hours of darkness. The driver of the truck failed to provide adequate warning to passing motorists by alerting them of the truck’s presence. It was only a matter of time before someone would hit the truck. Tragically, a young husband and father headed to work was the victim.
Many firms would have sued the truck driver and moved on. We didn’t. We knew that if the trucking company were not held responsible, its drivers would continue to engage in the negligent behavior that caused the crash. Not only were we able to successfully hold the immediate company responsible, but we were able to hold the out-of-state parent company responsible, increasing the likelihood of additional training for drivers to avoid such negligent behavior.
This is one of many examples of why clients choose our Arizona-based truck accident law firm to prosecute their claims. When you hire The Ammons Law Firm to prosecute your truck accident lawsuit, you can have confidence that you will receive the highest quality legal representation available in the industry. Our truck accident attorneys have the financial resources, industry knowledge, and legal experience to hold all wrongdoers accountable and recover full compensation on your behalf.
When you have been seriously injured in a commercial truck crash and are overwhelmed with the stress of a debilitating injury and are unsure how to move forward, call our truck accident attorneys. We will help you. We have the training, experience, and resources to help you. We have the processes and procedures, relationships with experts, and the track record to help you. We know how to build your case to maximize your recovery and work tirelessly to help you. Contact us today to learn how we can help you move forward.
If you or a loved one were injured or killed in a truck crash, contact our Arizona truck accident attorneys to protect your rights. Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe us nothing unless you recover.Ā
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$25 Million
18-wheeler Accident
The Ammons Law Firm successfully recovered $25 million on behalf of a family after a trucker hauling an oversized load negligently caused a fatal accident that killed an innocent motorist.
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$11.65 Million
18-wheeler Accident
The Ammons Law Firm won over $11.6 million for clients injured in a crash caused by a steer axle tire failure.
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$10.06 Million
18-wheeler Accident
The Ammons Law Firm obtained an eight-figure settlement on behalf of two children who tragically lost their parents in an 18-wheeler accident. The police report faulted only the driver of the van for the crash. Through our investigation, we discovered that the 18-wheeler driver was speeding through a heavily traveled intersection and was driving an 18-wheeler with defective brakes, which prevented the driver from avoiding a collision.
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$9.75 Million
18-wheeler Accident
The Ammons Law Firm represented the adult children and spouse of a truck driver killed in a fatal accident. After the completion of three days of pre-trial hearings, the defendants paid $9,750,000 to settle the claims.
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$9.5 Million
18-wheeler Accident
Rob Ammons and his team of lawyers recovered $9,505,000 on behalf of a client who was seriously injured in an 18-wheeler accident. The client was traveling on a divided highway when the driver of an 18-wheeler experienced a tire failure. The 18-wheeler crashed through the center median, crashing head-on into the clientās vehicle.
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$8.8 Million
18-wheeler Accident
The Ammons Law Firm recovered $8,800,000 on behalf of a client who suffered serious injuries when a company driver crashed into his vehicle. During the investigation, Ammons revealed the negligent driver had been reprimanded on 16 different occasions by his employer but was permitted to drive despite his reckless behavior.
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$8 Million
18-wheeler Accident
Rob Ammons and his team of lawyers recovered $8,000,000 on behalf of a client whose loved one was violently struck from behind and run over by a tractor-trailer. The force of the impact severed the clientās arm and leg and pushed her vehicle over 400 feet. The severity of the accident caused the vehicle to burst into flames, and she was killed.
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$3.025 Million
Truck Accident
The Ammons Law Firm recovered $3,025,000 for clients whose loved one was killed when a tractor-trailer made an unsafe turn and crashed into the victimās motorcycle.
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$1.7 Million
Truck Accident
The Ammons Law Firm recovered $1,700,000 on behalf of a client who was injured while sleeping in the cab of an 18-wheeler. The client was part of a two-person driving team with her boyfriend. Her boyfriend allegedly crashed the 18-wheeler while watching a video on his cell phone.
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$1.5 Million
Truck Accident
The Ammons Law Firm recovered a $1,500,000 jury verdict on behalf of a paramedic injured when a dump truck crashed into his ambulance. The Ammons Law Firm alleged that the driverās company was negligent for failing to train their drivers on hauling overweight loads in their trucks.
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$750,000
Truck Accident
The Ammons Law Firm recovered $750,000 on behalf of a client who was seriously injured in an 18-wheeler accident. The man was stopped in highway traffic when an 18-wheeler violently crashed into the back of his vehicle. The driver of the 18-wheeler was distracted and failed to control his speed.
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“I would like to thank you and your staff for all that you have done for us. When we started talking to you, we started to feel confident that it would be handled with understanding and care. You and your staff showed us the utmost courtesy and kindness, even when I broke down in the bathroom. I would like to thank you again for your understanding, caring and the swiftness that you handled this matter.”
– Bobby, Former Client
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“I can’t say enough for what you guys did. I really appreciate what you have done for me and my family. You always listened and treated me with a lot of respect.”
– Stephanie, Former Client
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“There are not enough words for me to say how grateful I am to Mr. Ammons. I would recommend him for any type of accident such as the one I was involved in.”
– Jesusa, Former Client
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“I highly recommend this law firm to anyone because the individuals here care about the people they represent.”
– Elizabeth, Former Client
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“Mr. Ammons has been there for us. Rob is very good at what he does. He never promised us anything from the get-go. He promised he would do everything he could to get us the best result.”
– Arthur, Former Client
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“Rob fought for me like no man has ever fought for me ⦠heās made me whole again and I can now move forward with my life.”
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Our law firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe us nothing unless you are compensated for your injuries.Ā
Representing Victims of Life-Changing Injuries
If you were involved in a truck accident and suffered injuries, our Arizona truck injury lawyers will fight tirelessly to help you receive the compensation you need to move forward.
- We will contact the trucking company and demand all evidence related to the crash be preserved while we conduct a comprehensive investigation and determine all responsible parties.
- We will determine what caused the truck accident and hold the responsible party accountable.
- If your injuries are permanent, we will work with medical experts to identify the lifelong impact of your injuries so you can receive the medical treatment you need and compensation to cover future medical costs.
- We will work with industry experts to understand the pain and suffering you have experienced so you are appropriately compensated for your harm.
- We will negotiate a fair settlement with the trucking company and never encourage you to settle for an unfair amount.
- If the trucking company is reluctant and unwilling to accept responsibility, we will take your case to trial, where we have a history of record-setting verdicts.
- We will provide our services without any upfront costs so you can receive the highest quality legal representation available despite your current financial position.
- We will communicate with you regularly to inform you how your case is progressing.
- We will do everything in our power to hold all wrongdoers responsible and get you all compensation available under the law.
The Ammons Law Firm is a preeminent truck injury law firm with a reputation for successfully prosecuting complex truck accident cases. We pride ourselves on working harder for our clients than other firms in the industry. You will find our Arizona truck accident attorneys working tirelessly every day of the week to make sure each of our clients receives the justice they deserve. When you are seriously injured, and your future hangs in the balance, you need a law firm you can trust to get the job done. You can trust the truck accident attorneys at The Ammons Law Firm.
Legal Damages and Compensation Available in Truck Accident Lawsuits
If you have been injured in a truck crash, you have the right to hold the wrongdoer responsible for all harm caused by their actions. The financial costs of a truck accident are staggering; from medical bills to lost wages, victims with multiple truck accident injuries are often financially devastated and unable to enjoy the life they led before the crash. This injustice is the very reason personal injury law was formed and the very wrong it seeks to remedy.
Under Arizona law, if another personās negligence caused your injury, you may be entitled to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are the measurable financial costs of an injury, such as medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity. For example, if you are seriously injured and unable to return to work, the negligent party can be held legally responsible for providing financial compensation to offset your lost income. Non-economic damages may also be available for losses such as pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life.
Non-economic damages focus on your mental, physical, and emotional harm. A severe injury is a traumatic event that leads to dramatic life changes. While it is difficult to pinpoint the exact value of these losses, the law provides compensation for pain and suffering, changes in lifestyle, and other intangible harms caused by an injury. These damages are often significant because they change a personās quality of life. For instance, losing the ability to play with your children is invaluable, and the wrongdoer must be held accountable when their actions take that right away.
Our truck accident attorneys will build your case to ensure you receive all compensation you are entitled to under the law.Ā
Our Arizona 18-Wheeler Crash Lawyers Prosecute All Types of Commercial Vehicle Claims
Following a truck accident, it is crucial to begin the investigation and litigation process as soon as possible. Trucking companies are very familiar with litigation and move quickly to escape liability. Waiting to begin the litigation process may allow important evidence to be lost, making it more difficult to prove liability and damages.
Additionally, under Arizona law, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is two years from the date of the injury. This two-year deadline serves as a bar to recovery. If a lawsuit is not filed within that period, the right to bring a claim against the trucking company or other responsible parties is lost.
At The Ammons Law Firm, we immediately notify the trucking company and all other interested parties of a pending lawsuit and identify all evidence that needs to be preserved. This ensures that no evidence is lost from the accident and gives us time to formulate a legal strategy against all potential parties long before the statute of limitations runs.
Hold All Responsible Parties Accountable
A truck accident case has many potentially responsible parties, including the truck driver, trucking company, shipping company, service and repair company, and manufacturer of the truck or parts. Truck drivers and their companies are generally the first parties sued. However, as litigation advances and further information is revealed, it is not uncommon for more parties to be added to the lawsuit. This ensures that all wrongdoers are held accountable for their actions, and you receive all compensation you are entitled to under the law.
Once all parties are properly identified and joined in the lawsuit, it is the job of your attorney to negotiate a favorable settlement on your behalf. If the parties cannot agree on a settlement amount, we get to bring your case to trial, and we will have a jury determine who is responsible and award you damages according to the injuries you suffered in the crash.
If you or someone you know has suffered injuries in a truck crash, call our Arizona truck accident lawyers today at (281) 801-5617.Ā
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If the trucking company will not settle your claim for a favorable amount, our Arizona truck accident lawyers get to bring your case to trial, where the trucking company risks a nuclear verdict that could put them out of business. Having skilled trial attorneys with a long history of success puts the risk on the defendants and increases the likelihood of a favorable settlement.
Determine What Kind of Truck Accident You Were Involved In To Begin Recovery

If you are not entirely sure what kind of truck accident you were involved in or why it matters, it is important to have a trained lawyer investigate the crash. Different truck accidents point to different liable parties. For instance, if a tire blows out and causes an accident, the tire manufacturer or repair shop may be liable for a defective product or negligent maintenance and repair. Regardless of what kind of truck accident you were involved in, our Arizona truck accident attorneys will investigate your case and determine who was responsible for the crash.
Our Arizona truck Accident lawyers handle all types of truck accidents, including:
- Accidents with Dump Trucks
- Accidents with Garbage Trucks
- Truck crashes involving tire blowouts
- Truck crashes involving parked semi-trucks
- Truck rollover crashes
- Truck Jackknife crashes
- Head-on truck collisions
- Rear-end truck collisions
- Accidents caused by Fatigued driving
- Unsafe lane-change truck accidents
- Unsecured truck cargo accidents
- Underride tractor-trailer accidents
- Inadequate driver training
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, contact the Arizona truck accident attorneys at The Ammons Law Firm at (281) 801-5617 for a free consultation.
Arizona Commercial Vehicle Accident Facts and Statistics
Commercial truck crashes remain a serious concern in Arizona and across the United States. Nationwide, large truck crashes occur frequently, with data showing hundreds of thousands of incidents annually, resulting in thousands of fatalities and over 100,000 injuries.
Within Arizona, the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Motor Vehicle Crash Facts report documented 121,107 total crashes in 2024, representing a decrease from the previous year. Earlier 2023 state data showed 122,247 total crashes, with commercial trucks contributing to a significant share of the most severe collisions.
Arizona crash data shows commercial vehicles were involved in thousands of incidents in recent years. In 2022, truck tractors (with or without semi-trailers) were involved in 2,760 crashes, with 111 of these being fatal crashes, according to Arizona DOT statistics. These figures underscore the heightened risks associated with large commercial vehicles on Arizona roadways.
Overall, the Arizona Crash Facts reports confirm that large trucks play a disproportionate role in fatal and serious injury accidents. Traffic safety data indicates that crashes and fatalities are overwhelmingly influenced by driver behavior, primarily involving speed, impairment, and failure to use safety devices, underscoring the importance of enhanced safety practices throughout the transportation industry.
Arizona continues to experience concerning trends in commercial vehicle safety, with 2023 representing the second-highest annual fatality total ever recorded in the state. Understanding these statistics can help inform safety awareness and prevention efforts across Arizona’s transportation network.
Statistical data compiled from the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Crash Facts reports, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration databases, and related traffic safety sources. For the most current statistics, consult official traffic safety reporting agencies.
Trucking Companies That May Be Responsible for a Truck Crash
- C.R. England Trucking Company
- CRST Expedited Trucking Company
- Three Way Logistics Trucking Company
- Heartland Express
- Dayton Freight Lines
- JB Hunt Transport
- Old Dominion Freight Line
- Penske LogisticsĀ
- Sherwin Williams
- Fiesta Mart, LLC
- Alleyton Resources
- FedEx
- E-Tex Directional Boring, LLC
- Volt Power
- Enstructure Richardson
Lawsuits Filed Against 18-wheeler Companies
Contact our Arizona Truck Accident Attorneys at The Ammons Law Firm Today
At The Ammons Law Firm, our truck accident attorneys have one goal, to provide you with the best legal representation available. Our industry knowledge, legal experience, and firm resources allow each client to receive unparalleled representation. If you are injured and need an attorney to provide you with the individual care and attention you need to feel confident in your future, look no further than The Ammons Law Firm. Our clients are our mission, and we are here to serve you.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, contact the Arizona truck accident lawyers at The Ammons Law Firm to move forward.
Questions Frequently Asked to Our Truck Accident Lawyers
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Can I receive compensation for my injuries if I am partially responsible for a truck accident in Arizona?
Yes. Arizona applies pure comparative negligence under A.R.S. § 12-2505, which allows injured people to recover damages even if they share some fault. The amount is reduced in proportion to their percentage of responsibility.
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Who determines responsibility in an Arizona truck crash?
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Should I consult a truck accident lawyer in Arizona if I am not sure who is responsible?
Yes. Because Arizona uses comparative negligence, determining fault can directly affect the amount of compensation you may recover. A truck accident lawyer can review evidence, identify liable parties, and explain your legal options under Arizona law.
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How much does it cost to hire a truck accident attorney in Arizona?
Most truck accident attorneys in Arizona work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you do not pay upfront fees. Instead, the lawyer receives a percentage of any settlement or judgment recovered. If no recovery is made, you typically do not owe attorneyās fees.
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Can I settle my truck accident claim in Arizona without filing a lawsuit?
Yes. Many truck accident claims in Arizona are resolved through insurance negotiations and settlement discussions before a lawsuit is ever filed. A case only proceeds to court if the parties cannot agree on liability or compensation.
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How does a trial lawyer help my truck accident case in Arizona?
A trial lawyer in Arizona prepares your case for court if settlement negotiations fail. This includes gathering evidence, questioning witnesses, hiring experts, filing motions, and presenting arguments before a judge or jury. Their role is to advocate for your right to compensation under Arizona law.
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Are truck accident claims handled differently than car accident claims in Arizona?
Yes. Truck accident claims in Arizona often involve federal and state trucking regulations, multiple potentially liable parties such as trucking companies or insurers, and more complex evidence like driver logs and vehicle maintenance records. This makes them more complicated than standard car accident claims.
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What if a truck crashes into more than one car in Arizona?
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Is the trucking companyās insurance responsible for the financial damages caused by a truck accident in Arizona?
Yes. In Arizona, if a trucking company or its driver is found liable, the companyās commercial liability insurance is typically responsible for covering financial damages. Federal and state laws require trucking companies to carry higher insurance limits than passenger vehicles to account for the severity of truck accidents.
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Can I recover money to pay for my medical expenses after a truck accident in Arizona?
Yes. If another party is liable, Arizona law allows you to seek compensation for past and future medical expenses, including hospital bills, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment, as part of your personal injury claim.
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Can I recover money for my pain and suffering after a truck accident in Arizona?
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Does it matter what truck accident attorney I hire in Arizona?
Yes. Truck accident cases in Arizona often involve complex insurance issues and federal trucking regulations. An experienced truck accident attorney can evaluate your case, gather critical evidence, and protect your rights throughout the claims process.
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Attorney Rob Ammons has not only handled some of the most complex tire defect cases but also wrote the book on how to properly litigate these types of cases.
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