Fighting for Victims of Commercial Truck Crashes in California
Truck accidents in Los Angeles are among the most devastating collisions on California roads. When a fully loaded semi-truck or tractor-trailer crashes into a passenger car, the injuries are often catastrophic — and too often, preventable. At Rulsky Law Group, we specialize in holding trucking companies, drivers, and brokers accountable when their negligence changes lives forever.
We know the federal and state trucking regulations that govern the industry, including FMCSA Hours-of-Service rules, driver qualification standards, and electronic logging device (ELD) requirements. When a truck driver falls asleep at the wheel, speeds through congested freeways like the 5, 10, or 710, or drives distracted, the results can be tragic — but preventable.
Our firm investigates black box data, GPS logs, dispatch communications, and company safety records to prove what really happened. Whether your crash involved a FedEx, Amazon, construction, or freight carrier, we’ve litigated against them — and we know how to expose corporate negligence.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents in California
- Driver fatigue or violation of hours-of-service rules
- Distracted driving (cell phone use, texting, or navigation apps)
- Speeding or unsafe lane changesebt payments
- Overloaded or improperly secured cargo
- Brake or tire failures due to poor maintenance
- Impaired driving (drugs, alcohol, or prescription meds)
- Negligent hiring or supervision of unsafe drivers
Each of these represents a potential regulatory violation — and an opportunity to build a strong case for punitive or enhanced damages.
Who Is Liable in a California Truck Accident?
Multiple parties may share fault:
- The Truck Driver, for careless or reckless operation
- The Trucking Company, for negligent hiring or pressuring drivers to exceed legal hours
- Cargo Loaders, for improperly balanced or unsecured freight
- Maintenance Providers, for poor repairs or skipped inspections
- Manufacturers, if mechanical failure or defective parts caused the crash
Our experience in trucking litigation allows us to identify every liable party — and every available insurance policy.
What to Do After a California Truck Accident
- Call 911 and request CHP or LAPD documentation.
- Seek immediate medical care, even if injuries appear minor.
- Do not speak to the trucking company’s insurer — they will record your statements.
- Contact Rulsky Law Group before giving any recorded statement or signing anything.
- We’ll preserve ELD and dashcam evidence before it disappears.
Time is critical — federal regulations only require carriers to keep key records for six months. We act fast to preserve everything.
Compensation in California Truck Accident Cases
Victims may recover damages for:
- Medical expenses and rehabilitation
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Property damage
- Future care costs and home modifications
- Punitive damages (when trucking companies knowingly ignored safety rules)
We work with accident reconstruction experts, life-care planners, and financial professionals to calculate your full long-term losses.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Both the driver and the trucking company may be liable, along with cargo loaders, maintenance vendors, or manufacturers.
Yes. Federal law requires commercial carriers to carry at least $750,000 in liability insurance, and often much more depending on cargo type.
Immediately. Trucking companies often deploy investigators within hours of a collision to minimize their liability. You need your own team protecting you.
Yes — if the company knowingly allowed excessive hours, falsified logs, or ignored federal safety rules, punitive damages may apply.
