Wilkes-Barre Truck Accident Lawyers – O’Donnell Law Offices

When a Tractor-Trailer Hits You in Wilkes-Barre, We Fight Back

At O’Donnell Law Offices, we represent victims of truck accidents in Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, and the surrounding communities. We understand that trucking companies, insurers, and their attorneys move quickly to protect their interests. You need an experienced legal team that responds just as fast.

Wilkes-Barre is the county seat of Luzerne County and lies in the center of the Wyoming Valley in Northeastern Pennsylvania. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} The city is framed by the Susquehanna River and sits within a region with highways, industrial traffic, and freight corridors. When you are involved in a collision with a heavy commercial vehicle or tractor-trailer in or around Wilkes-Barre, the legal battle begins almost immediately — and often not in your favor.

 

Why Truck Accidents in Wilkes-Barre Are Especially Challenging

  • Resource imbalance: The trucking industry has teams of investigators, defense attorneys, and specialist experts. A crash victim often starts at a disadvantage.
  • Multiple layers of liability: The actual fault may lie not just with the driver, but with the trucking company, maintenance firms, cargo brokers, lessors, or parts suppliers.
  • Early defensive moves by trucking interests: Within hours, they may dispatch attorneys or claims agents to the scene, gather evidence, obtain electronic logs, or pressure victims for statements.
  • Hidden or fragile records: Vehicle maintenance logs, ELD (electronic logging device) data, inspection reports, and internal audits are often contested or suppressed.
  • Severe consequences: Because of the mass and force involved, truck accidents frequently result in catastrophic injury, long-term disability, or wrongful death.

Our Strategy in Wilkes-Barre Truck Crash Cases

  1. Immediate evidence preservation: We act fast to secure photographs, video, black box/ELD data, witness statements, and maintenance records before they are lost or altered.
  2. Accident reconstruction & expert analysis: Working with engineers, mechanics, reconstruction specialists, and medical experts, we piece together exactly what happened and who must be held accountable.
  3. Holding every liable party to account: We investigate all possible defendants — not just the driver, but the trucking company, parts suppliers, repair shops, cargo loaders, and brokers.
  4. Strong negotiation backed by trial posture: Defense attorneys often respect firms that are ready to litigate. We push hard in settlement talks—but never give up our readiness to go to court.
  5. Guiding clients through life after crash: We help you navigate medical treatments, rehabilitation, lost wages, long-term expenses, and emotional recovery.

Why Clients in Wilkes-Barre Choose O’Donnell Law

  • Local knowledge & commitment: We understand the roads, traffic patterns, and freight routes that traverse Wilkes-Barre and its surroundings.
  • Proven track record in serious injury & wrongful death cases: We’ve secured multi-million dollar recoveries for those harmed in commercial vehicle collisions.
  • No upfront fees: We take truck accident cases on a contingency basis — you pay only if we win your case.
  • Fierce yet compassionate advocacy: We fight aggressively when necessary, but always treat our clients with empathy, respect, and clear communication.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer right away after a truck accident in Wilkes-Barre?

Yes. The defendant side begins its defense almost immediately. Early legal involvement helps preserve evidence, protect your rights, and limit harmful statements.

What types of compensation might I recover?

You may be eligible for damages covering medical bills, future medical costs, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and in wrongful death claims, funeral expenses and loss of companionship.

What if the trucking company claims the driver was independent or leased?

That is a common defense tactic. We scrutinize control, contracts, supervision, and operations to prove whether the company bears liability regardless of lease status.

What is the time limit to file a claim in Pennsylvania?

The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, including truck accidents, is two years from the date of injury. Delaying can risk losing your right to recovery.

If You’ve Been Hit by a Truck in Wilkes-Barre, Contact O’Donnell Law Immediately

The trucking company’s attorneys are already in motion. Don’t let them control your narrative. Call O’Donnell Law Offices now for a free, no-obligation case review. Let us fight for your justice, your recovery, and your future.

Contact us today — because when the big rigs hit, you need someone in your corner from the very start.

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