How we help
- Driver logs, black-box and ELD data preserved fast
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations violations
- Multiple defendants and layered insurance
- Catastrophic and long-term injuries
What Massachusetts law says
Trucking companies must keep driver hours-of-service and inspection records, but only for limited periods. A prompt preservation letter is often the difference between having that evidence and losing it.
What to do now
- Get medical care, and follow your treatment plan.
- Keep photos, records, receipts and the names of witnesses.
- Don't give a recorded statement to the other side's insurer.
- Talk to a lawyer before signing anything — the consultation is free.
Frequently asked questions
How soon should I call a lawyer?
As soon as you can. Electronic data on a truck can be overwritten, and the company's investigators are usually on scene quickly.
Who can be held responsible?
Potentially the driver, the carrier, a broker, a loader or a maintenance company — it depends on what caused the crash.
How long do I have?
Generally three years from the date of injury in Massachusetts, but evidence disappears much sooner.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Every case is different.