$50M+ Recovered · 400+ Cases Won

Hurt by a Commercial Vehicle? We Recover What You're Owed.

No fee unless we win — free 24/7 consultation with attorneys who fight trucking carriers exclusively.

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5.0 · Google Reviews Trusted by 400+ accident victims
Commercial vehicle attorney
$50M+
Recovered for victims
+ Recovered For accident victims across the US
400+ Cases Won Including 60+ jury trials
18yrs Experience Exclusively commercial vehicle law
24/7 Availability Free intake any time, day or night

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Awards & Recognition

Super Lawyers · Rising Stars 2024 Best Lawyers in America® Avvo Rating 10.0 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Million Dollar Advocates Forum BBB A+ Accredited

Our Process

What Happens After
You Call Us

01

Free Consultation

Call or fill out the form — day or night. We listen, assess your case, and tell you honestly whether you have a claim worth pursuing. No commitment required.

02

We Investigate Fast

We deploy investigators immediately. We subpoena black box data, driver logs, and carrier maintenance records before they disappear — often within 24 hours.

03

We Build Your Case

Our attorneys reconstruct the accident, identify all liable parties (driver, carrier, manufacturer), and calculate the full value of your damages — past and future.

04

You Get Paid

We negotiate aggressively for maximum settlement — or take it to trial. You pay nothing unless we win. Our fee comes from the recovery, not from your pocket.

Case Results

Results & Case Wins

Semi-truck rear-end collision on highway Truck Accident
Jury Verdict 2024 · Florida
$4.2 Million

Semi-Truck Rear-End Collision on I-95

Client suffered permanent spinal injuries. The carrier offered $85,000. We took the case to trial and won 49× the original offer.

Key Outcomes
  • Full lifetime medical care funded
  • Lost wages & future earnings recovered
Delivery van at intersection Delivery Vehicle
Settlement 2025 · Texas
$1.85 Million

Delivery Van T-Bone Intersection Crash

An Amazon contractor's van struck our client at an intersection, causing a traumatic brain injury. We settled in 7 months without going to trial.

Key Outcomes
  • Settled pre-trial — no court delays
  • Full rehabilitation costs funded
Charter bus on a highway Bus Accident
Settlement 2024 · New York
$780,000

Charter Bus Rollover — Multi-Plaintiff

A multi-firm case with several plaintiffs. Our client received the highest individual settlement of anyone involved.

Key Outcomes
  • Highest single-plaintiff recovery
  • Carrier held liable for negligent maintenance
Commercial fleet truck on a highway Fleet Liability
Jury Verdict 2025 · Georgia
$6.4 Million

Corporate Fleet Negligent-Hiring Verdict

The driver had three prior DUIs the company never checked. The jury awarded punitive damages for systematic negligent hiring.

Key Outcomes
  • Punitive damages awarded
  • Carrier policy change on background checks
Tanker truck on highway Truck Accident
Confidential Settlement 2025 · Illinois
$3.1 Million

Tanker Truck Hours-of-Service Violation

FMCSA driver logs showed the operator had been on duty for 19 straight hours. We settled four months before trial.

Key Outcomes
  • Carrier admitted log falsification
  • Lifetime medical-care trust funded
FedEx-style delivery truck Delivery Vehicle
Settlement 2024 · Florida
$925,000

DSP Driver Pedestrian Strike Recovery

A last-mile contractor's driver struck our client in a crosswalk. We traced liability up to the parent carrier with adequate coverage.

Key Outcomes
  • Parent carrier liability established
  • Full surgical reconstruction funded

Client Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Real stories from real clients who trusted us when it mattered most — and won.

5.0

The attorneys at CVL were professional and compassionate. Their dedication to my truck accident case made a significant difference in my life. I couldn't have asked for better representation — they recovered everything the insurer tried to deny.

Emily R.
Emily R.
Truck Accident Survivor, FL
4.9

After my commercial van accident, the insurer offered me almost nothing. CVL stepped in and completely changed the outcome. Their knowledge of delivery vehicle law is unmatched — they found liability angles our family had no idea existed.

Michael T.
Michael T.
Delivery Van Accident, TX
5.0

I was in a serious bus accident and had no idea how to navigate the legal system. CVL handled every step — from preserving evidence to negotiating the settlement. Their unwavering support led to an outcome I am incredibly grateful for.

James L.
James L.
Bus Accident Victim, NY
Lead attorney at Commercial Vehicle Lawyer

Why Choose Us

We don't dabble. We specialize.

100% of our practice is commercial vehicle accidents. That focus gives us an edge that general personal injury firms simply don't have.

4.9★ Google Rating
10.0 Avvo Score
A+ BBB Rating
Super Lawyers

"I spent 5 years as an insurance defense attorney. I know exactly how they think — and how to beat them."

— Michael R. Collins, Founding Partner
Commercial Vehicle Experts Only

We know every FMCSA regulation, Hours of Service rule, and carrier liability loophole — because this is all we do, every day.

We Move Fast. Evidence Doesn't Wait.

Truck black box data, driver logs, and inspection records disappear quickly. We deploy investigators immediately after intake — within hours, not days.

We Fight for Every Dollar You Deserve

Carriers have large legal teams protecting their bottom line. You deserve an equally powerful force. We've recovered over $50M for people just like you.

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Common Questions

What You Need
to Know

We know you have questions before making a call. Here are the ones we hear most often — answered honestly.

No. We work on a 100% contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case. All consultations are free, and there are no hidden costs at any stage of your case.

Statutes of limitations vary by state, typically 2–3 years from the accident date — but trucking companies begin destroying evidence (black box data, driver logs) within days. Contact us as soon as possible to preserve your case.

Do not give a recorded statement or accept any settlement offer without speaking to an attorney first. Insurers contact victims quickly precisely to lock in low-value settlements before the full extent of injuries is known.

Yes. Most states follow comparative negligence rules, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partially responsible. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault — but you are still entitled to a claim.

Every case is different. Value depends on medical expenses (past and future), lost income, pain and suffering, and the severity of the negligence. Commercial vehicle cases often yield significantly higher settlements than standard auto accidents due to the parties involved and the potential for punitive damages.

Most cases settle before trial. However, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial — because carriers and their insurers know which firms will actually fight and which won't. That reputation is what gets you better settlement offers.

Our attorneys are licensed in Florida, Georgia, Texas, New York, and Illinois, and we routinely associate with local counsel for cases in other states. Because commercial vehicles cross state lines, federal trucking law (FMCSA) applies regardless of where the crash occurred — call us and we'll let you know if we can help.

If all three are true, you likely have a viable claim: (1) a commercial vehicle was involved, (2) you suffered injuries requiring medical attention, and (3) the accident happened within your state's statute of limitations. The only way to know for sure is a free case review — we evaluate hundreds of cases per year at no cost.

Wrongful death claims follow a different legal track, with separate damages for surviving spouses, children, and parents. Damages can include lost future income, loss of consortium, funeral expenses, and the survivors' grief. We handle these claims with the sensitivity they require — call us when you're ready, there's no rush during your free consultation.

Our Coverage
  • Miami, FL HQ

    200 S Biscayne Blvd, Suite 2790
    Miami, FL 33131

    Open 24/7 for emergencies

    (555) 800-8782
  • Atlanta, GA

    1180 W Peachtree St NW, Suite 2400
    Atlanta, GA 30309

    Open 24/7 for emergencies

    (555) 800-8782
  • Houston, TX

    600 Travis St, Suite 5800
    Houston, TX 77002

    Open 24/7 for emergencies

    (555) 800-8782

Free Consultation

Get in Touch.
We'll Fight for You.

Every great case starts with a conversation. Tell us what happened — consultations are always free, with no obligations.

No fees unless we win · 100% confidential · Protected by attorney-client privilege.

What happens after you submit

  1. 1
    We call you within 1 hour, 24/7. A licensed attorney — not a screener — reviews your case details.
  2. 2
    Free 30-minute case evaluation. We tell you honestly whether you have a claim worth pursuing — no obligation.
  3. 3
    If we take your case, we move fast. Investigators are deployed within 24 hours to preserve black box and carrier evidence.

Relentless attorneys,
entirely on your side.

Every case at CVL is handled by a licensed commercial vehicle attorney — not a paralegal, not a case manager. You get direct access to the person fighting for you.

Michael R. Collins

Since 2006

Practice Area

Truck & Semi-Truck Accidents

18 years fighting trucking companies. Former insurance defense attorney — he knows exactly how carriers build their cases, and how to dismantle them.

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Sarah L. Vance

Since 2011

Practice Area

Delivery Vehicle & Fleet Liability

Specialist in Amazon DSP, FedEx, and UPS contractor liability. Sarah has navigated complex multi-party delivery accident cases with a 94% success rate.

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James T. Okafor

Since 2014

Practice Area

Bus & Transit Accidents

First-chair litigator in 40+ bus and transit cases. James is known for his aggressive FMCSA discovery strategy and his ability to win cases other attorneys avoid.

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David M. Strauss

Since 2017

Practice Area

Commercial Fleet & Employer Liability

Corporate fleet liability expert. David holds a dual J.D./M.B.A. and understands both the legal and business pressures that shape carrier behavior in litigation.

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