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$11 Million Police Shooting Victims
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$1.25 Million Premises Liability
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$1 Million Falling Object Injury
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$625K Premises Liability
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$1 Million Assault Injury
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$1 Million Truck Accident
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$1.35 Million Drunk Driving Accident
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$11 Million Police Shooting Victims
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$4.25 Million Tractor-Trailer Collision
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$31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
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$2.4 Million Pedestrian Accident
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Maximum Compensation Bus Accident
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$31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
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$1.65 Million Car Accident
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$4.8 Million Bicycle Accident
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$10 Million Tractor-Trailer Accident
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$3.25 Million Cement Truck Accident
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$1.5 Million Commercial Vehicle Accident
Truck Accident Lawyer in Bensalem
Complex Truck Claims Backed by 2025 & 2026 Best Law Firms® Recognition
Truck accidents can leave victims facing devastating injuries, piling medical bills, and lengthy recoveries. If you were harmed by a negligent truck driver, you may be able to recover compensation for healthcare costs, time off work, and other losses. Our truck accident attorneys at van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin serve people injured in Bensalem tractor-trailer and 18-wheeler crashes.
To date, our firm has recovered over $100 million in settlements. We were selected for inclusion in Best Law Firms® in 2025 and 2026 and hold an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®.
Call (215) 610-3440 to schedule a free consultation with our Bensalem truck accident attorney. Se habla español.
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$31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
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$31.5 Million Motorcycle Accident
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$11 Million Police Shooting Victims
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$11 Million Police Shooting Victims
What Compensation Can I Recover in a Truck Accident Claim?
Various damages may be recoverable in a truck accident claim. We assess available economic and noneconomic damages based on the evidence and the long-term effects of your injuries.
Common forms of compensation include:
- Medical bills
- Treatment costs
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Lost income and earning capacity
- Permanent scarring or disfigurement
- Loss of consortium or companionship
The value and availability of these damages depend on the injuries, evidence of fault, insurance coverage, and employment impact. Future treatment, permanent limitations, reduced earning capacity, and changes to household responsibilities may require documentation beyond the initial bills.
How Long Do I Have to File a Truck Accident Claim?
Under Pennsylvania law, the statute of limitations for a negligence-based personal injury claim is generally two years, although the date the period begins and any applicable exceptions depend on the facts. The parties involved, government involvement, and the type of claim can affect the applicable deadline. We can review the deadline that may apply and discuss filing considerations for your claim.
Waiting can also create practical problems before the filing deadline arrives. Witness recollections can fade, while vehicle records, electronic data, and medical documentation may become more difficult to preserve or obtain.
How Truck Accidents Differ from Standard Car Accidents
Truck accident claims can require analysis beyond standard car accident claims because tractor-trailer and 18-wheeler collisions may involve commercial carriers, multiple liable parties, technical vehicle evidence, and federal trucking rules. The sections below explain the evidence, law, resources, and filing considerations that can shape a claim.
Analyzing Technical Evidence
Truck collisions often involve complex data, such as black box (ECM) downloads, brake and speed records, and vehicle maintenance logs. Our lawyers know how to secure, interpret, and preserve this evidence to determine how the collision occurred and who may be responsible.
Other relevant materials may include electronic logging device records, which track a commercial driver’s duty status, as well as driver logs and dispatch records. Cargo documentation, inspection histories, and evidence from the tractor or trailer may also help identify how the collision occurred.
Identifying Potentially Liable Parties
Responsibility may extend beyond the truck driver, depending on the evidence. A commercial motor carrier, vehicle owner, maintenance provider, cargo-loading party, broker, or another entity may have contributed to the crash. Each party can have separate records, insurers, and defenses that require individual review.
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