Truck accidents are among the most devastating collisions on Maine roads. Because commercial trucks can weigh many times more than passenger vehicles, even a single mistake can leave victims facing severe injuries, long recoveries, and financial uncertainty.
Crashes involving tractor-trailers, delivery trucks, box trucks, and other commercial vehicles often create more than just physical damage—they raise complicated questions about insurance coverage, federal regulations, and who is legally responsible.
If you were injured in a truck accident in Portland or anywhere in southern Maine, Monge & Associates can help you understand your legal options and pursue compensation from every responsible party. Contact our team of Portland personal injury attorneys today for a free consultation.
Portland Truck Accident Lawyer
Injured In A Commercial Truck Accident?
Why Choose Monge & Associates for Your Portland, ME Truck Accident Case?
Truck accident claims require more than standard car accident experience. These cases often involve multiple parties, commercial insurance carriers, electronic driving records, and federal transportation rules.
When you work with Monge & Associates, you gain a team that focuses on building strong, evidence-backed claims.
Decades of Personal Injury Experience
Since 1993, our attorneys have represented injured individuals and families in complex accident cases involving catastrophic injuries and substantial losses.
Resources to Investigate Commercial Vehicle Crashes
Truck accident cases often require extensive investigation. We work to preserve evidence, review driver records, analyze maintenance histories, and evaluate compliance with applicable trucking regulations.
Trial Preparation from Day One
While many claims resolve through negotiation, we prepare cases thoroughly in case litigation becomes necessary.
No Upfront Legal Fees
Our firm works on contingency. You pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney fees unless compensation is recovered. recover compensation to rebuild after a truck crash is at stake.
Common Types of Truck Accidents in Portland
Trucks are prone to many serious crashes because of their large size, the fact that they are top-heavy, and the complexity of operating specialized truck equipment like air brakes. Unbalanced loads can also increase the risk of collisions happening.
Some of the most common types of truck crashes that happen on Portland, Maine roads include:
- Jackknife accidents where the trailer swings to the side of the tractor
- Rollover accidents when trucks take curves too fast or have unbalanced loads and flip over, potentially crushing vehicles around them
- Underride or override accidents where smaller vehicles become trapped under a truck, often causing crushing injuries or other serious or fatal injuries
- Cargo accidents where the cargo on a truck comes off and strikes other vehicles or those on the road like pedestrians
- Tire blowout accidents or accidents caused by tread separation that cause the trucker to lose control of the vehicle
- Rear-end accidents when truckers cannot stop the momentum of the truck in time to avoid hitting the vehicle in front of them
- Head-on crashes, which often occur as a result of fatigued truckers crossing double yellow lines when they have been driving for too long
- Distracted driving accidents, which can happen when drivers are focused on their GPS or radio rather than the road
These are just some of the many examples of how truck crashes can happen and cause very serious injuries to those sharing the roads with these large vehicles.
Compensation Available After a Portland, ME Truck Accident
After a truck crash, you should be entitled to be “made whole” or fairly compensated for all losses. This can require substantial compensation when you have suffered serious injuries or have lost a loved one.
Some of the different kinds of compensation you should receive include:
- Medical expenses: This can include payment for hospital stays, surgeries, doctor visits, prescription medications, rehabilitation, physical therapy, medical equipment, and any ongoing medical treatment you need because of your injuries
- Lost wages: You should be paid for any income you lost while recovering from injuries due to your truck crash.
- Loss of future earning capacity: If your injuries permanently reduce your ability to work or to earn the same income you earned before the crash, you should be compensated for these ongoing losses.
- Pain and suffering: These damages compensate you for the physical pain, discomfort, and reduced quality of life caused by your injuries.
- Emotional distress: You should also be compensated for the psychological effects of the accident, such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and emotional trauma.
If you suffered scarring, disfigurement, or lost enjoyment of life, you can get damages for these losses as well. You may be able to pursue compensation not just from the truck driver, but also potentially from other defendants as well, including the:
- A trucking company that could be vicariously liable for on-the-job negligence of truck drivers or for its own negligent policies like failing to provide adequate screening and treatment.
- Truck manufacturers if defective parts caused an accident to happen, or the manufacturers of parts that malfunction and cause collisions.
- Those responsible for truck maintenance if they fail to live up to their obligations, and a maintenance issue such as worn tires causes the crash to happen
Monge & Associates will help you to identify all defendants who could be responsible for compensating you so you can maximize the insurance coverage available and get the full amount you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a truck accident claim in Maine?
Maine generally imposes deadlines for personal injury claims, but the exact timeline can vary depending on the facts of the case. Speaking with an attorney early helps protect your rights.
What if multiple parties caused the crash?
Truck accidents frequently involve more than one responsible party. Claims may involve drivers, trucking companies, maintenance providers, cargo companies, or manufacturers.
How much does a Portland truck accident lawyer cost?
Monge & Associates handles truck accident claims on contingency, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless compensation is recovered.
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Contact a Portland Truck Accident Lawyer Today
Recovering after a truck accident can feel overwhelming, especially when commercial insurers and multiple parties become involved.
Monge & Associates helps truck accident victims in Portland understand their rights, preserve critical evidence, and pursue compensation that reflects the full impact of their injuries. Contact us today for a free consultation and learn how we can help move your claim forward.