Trucking Accident Attorney in Oregon

Protecting the Rights of Victims Injured in Commercial Truck Collisions (Box Trucks and Semi-Trailer)

We Fight for You After a Devastating Truck Crash

Trucking accidents often result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities due to the sheer size and weight of commercial vehicles. At Shlesinger & deVilleneuve, we understand how life-changing these collisions can be and we’re here to hold negligent drivers, trucking companies, and insurers accountable.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a semi-truck or commercial vehicle crash in Oregon, you deserve aggressive legal representation. Our experienced truck accident attorneys will work tirelessly to recover the full compensation you’re owed.

For over 5 decades, Shlesinger & deVilleneuve has obtained a settlements or judgments success rate of 95%. We have collected over $250 million in compensation for our clients. Our track record says it all.

Why Truck Accident Cases Are Different

Unlike typical car accidents, trucking accidents involve:

• Multiple liable parties: including the driver, trucking company, cargo loaders, and maintenance providers.
• Federal and state regulations: such as FMCSA hours-of-service and maintenance rules. These rules are comprehensive and include such things as:
  • Hours of Service (HOS) Rules
    Limits how many hours a truck driver can be on duty or drive:
    • Max 11 hours driving after 10 consecutive hours off
    • 14-hour maximum on-duty limit
    • Mandatory 30-minute breaks
    • Weekly limits (60/70 hours in 7/8 days)
  • Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)
    Required in most trucks to digitally log hours and prevent falsification of paper logs.
  • Driver Qualifications
    • Must hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
    • Must undergo medical exams and meet health standards
    • Background checks and periodic drug/alcohol testing are required
  • Vehicle Maintenance Requirements
    • Daily vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs)
    • Periodic inspections and preventative maintenance logs
    • Out-of-service violations can lead to liability if ignored
  • Cargo Securement Rules
    • Specific guidelines for strapping, bracing, and securing different types of cargo
    • Overloaded or improperly secured loads often cause severe accidents
  • Oregon adopts FMCSA rules but also imposes state-specific requirements, including:
    • Weight and size limits on state highways
    • Oregon Motor Carrier Transportation Division (MCTD) permitting and safety enforcement
    • Highway Use Tax and weight-mile reporting for commercial vehicles
    • State inspection and compliance checks conducted by ODOT
• Large insurance policies: trucking companies generally must maintain insurance liability policies between $750,000 to $5,000,000 which often lead to complex and aggressive defense tactics.

We have the resources and experience to go toe-to-toe with trucking corporations and their insurers. Our results speak for themselves.

Common Causes of Trucking Accidents

We investigate thoroughly to identify causes such as:

• Driver fatigue or violations of hours-of-service limits
• Distracted or impaired driving
• Overloaded or improperly secured cargo
• Inadequate maintenance or defective brakes
• Negligent hiring or supervision by the trucking company

What to Do After a Truck Accident

If you’ve been injured, take these steps to protect your rights:

• Call 911 and seek immediate medical attention.
• Avoid speaking to the trucking company’s insurer without legal counsel.
• Document everything — photos, witness info, medical visits.
• Contact an experienced truck accident attorney as soon as possible.

We Level the Playing Field

As Oregon Truck Accident Lawyers, we know truck accident cases often involve powerful companies with deep pockets. Our firm knows how to build a strong claim using accident reconstruction experts, medical professionals, and trucking regulation specialists. We won’t let you be bullied by insurers looking to minimize their negligence and your injuries.

Types of Compensation You May Be Entitled To

We fight for full and fair compensation for:

• Medical bills (current and future)
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Wrongful death (if applicable)
• Loss of Consortium (if applicable) – this refers to the emotional and relational impact on the spouse or domestic partner of an injured individual; it is compensation for the loss of companionship, affection, and spousal services, which includes both current and future losses.

Serving Clients Throughout Oregon

With offices across the state, including Eugene, Medford, and Roseburg (to name a few), we’re available to meet you where you are. Whether the crash happened on I-5, Highway 126, or a rural logging route, we have the local knowledge and experience to help.

Schedule Your Free Consultation Today

Don’t wait — trucking companies and insurers move fast to limit their liability. You need a legal team that acts just as quickly on your behalf. All our work is done on a contingency fee basis; this means you pay nothing unless we win your case.