Aggressive Truck and Tractor-Trailer Defense Attorneys in West Michigan
At the Howard Law Group, we advise and defend trucking and logistics companies. Our lawyers are intimately familiar with specific federal and state laws, as well as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations that govern truck accident and injury cases. Our lawyers have successfully handled matters involving wrongful death lawsuits, personal injury allegations, property damage litigation, Michigan No-Fault Act claims, insurance coverage disputes, cargo claims, contractual disputes and regulatory compliance. Our attorneys have the experience and resources to represent out-of-state drivers in matters such as traffic accidents, compliance matters, and interstate commerce requirements. We also have the knowledge to help small trucking companies in collection matters and bankruptcy.
Regardless of whether you are an independent trucker or a commercial truck company, we have the resources to represent you in all matters related to trucking litigation and transportation. To learn more about our practice or schedule a free consultation, contact the trucking litigation lawyers at the Howard Law Group today.
Investigation to Lawsuit
As truck and tractor-trailer attorneys, we know the importance of an early pro-active response in preserving vital information, such as accident scene investigation, performing a detailed inspection of the unit itself, reviewing log books, pre-trip inspections, etc. before any evidence is disposed of or altered, directing the litigation on behalf of the client, interviewing witnesses and retaining accident investigators and reconstructionists when required. Our attorneys have successfully defended against all types of claims, including the following areas:
- Negligent pre-trip inspections
- Faulty safety devices
- Driver fatigue
- Licensing Violations
- Excessive cargo weight
- Load securement
- Violations of minimum operation requirements
- Improper equipment
- Failure to appreciate weather conditions and terrain
- Improper training of drivers
- Lighting and acuity
- Wrongful Death
- Personal injury
Our Experience in Trucking Litigation Cases
We have litigated a wide variety of matters involving truck or tractor-trailer accidents on behalf of truck manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and trucking companies. We also have served as national counsel for a manufacturer of car carriers. William D. Howard, one of the Howard Law Group's principal lawyers, has tried over 50 cases in fourteen different states for this client on a variety of matters. He is extremely well versed in the legal and technical aspects of trucking, trailers, carriers and logistics companies.
Contact Trucking Industry and Transportation Attorneys at the Howard Law Group
Learn how valuable a resource such as the Howard Law Group can be. Contact our office to learn what we can do for you.
