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Commercial vehicle accidents can be serious, especially in San Bernardino County, where highways, hills, and delivery routes see a constant flow of trucks, vans, RVs, and work vehicles.
In June 2025, a fatal crash involving four vehicles, including a FedEx Ground delivery truck and a GMC work truck, shut down Summit Valley Road in Hesperia, just outside San Bernardino.
Not long before that, a big rig crash on the I-15 Freeway made headlines when the truck smashed through a divider and rolled 500 feet down a slope, forcing a full lane closure. Investigators say the truck hit the center divider before veering off the road. Luckily, the driver survived, but the damage caused a major traffic disruption.
And in April 2025, an RV crashed into a power pole in the San Antonio Heights neighborhood, knocking out power to dozens of homes. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed the collision splintered the pole and caused extended outages.
These aren’t rare events. In San Bernardino County, commercial vehicle crashes can involve:
When these larger vehicles collide with passenger cars (or lose control near homes or businesses, the damage can be catastrophic. Victims often suffer serious injuries, loss of income, and overwhelming medical costs.
If you were hurt in a crash with a commercial vehicle, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
Call our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE CASE REVIEW. We’ll help you understand your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Yes, it’s almost always worth it. Commercial vehicle accident cases usually involve serious injuries, large insurance policies, and companies with legal teams trying to protect their bottom line.
Without a lawyer, you might be pressured into taking a quick settlement that doesn’t come close to covering your medical bills, lost income, or long-term needs. An experienced lawyer knows how to build a strong case and push back when insurers try to pay less.
At Thompson Law, we handle everything for you, and we don’t charge anything unless we win.
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Crashes with commercial vehicles involve more moving parts than a typical car accident. These cases often require:
These aren’t just simple fender benders. The vehicles are heavier, the injuries are worse, and the legal defense teams are ready to fight hard.
That’s why you need a legal team with experience handling commercial cases, not just car accidents.
Let our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers protect your case. Contact us today for a FREE CASE REVIEW.
We’ve helped thousands of injury victims across California, and we’re proud to fight for people, not corporations.
Here’s why people choose Thompson Law:
From freeway crashes to delivery truck injuries, we’re ready to take on the big players and win.
Reach out to our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident attorneys today for a FREE CASE REVIEW.
Crashes involving commercial vehicles can lead to serious, life-changing injuries. These trucks and vans are much larger and heavier than regular cars, which means the impact is often more severe.
Some of the most common injuries we see in these types of cases include:
These injuries often require extensive treatment, from surgeries and rehab to long-term care. If your injuries were caused by a careless driver or company, you deserve compensation that covers every part of your recovery.
Contact our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE CASE REVIEW.
We provide Commercial Vehicle Accident victims with dedicated and tenacious legal representation, ensuring you get fair value for your claim. Our San Bernardino Commercial Vehicle Accident lawyers will build a strong case with supporting evidence for injured victims so that you recover the money that you deserve.
When you hire Thompson Law, we go to work immediately. Here’s how we help:
You focus on healing. We take care of everything else.
Call our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Reaching out is the first step, and it’s simple. Here’s what happens next:
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
Call our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE, NO-PRESSURE CONSULTATION.
Commercial vehicle crashes happen for all kinds of reasons. Some of the most common include:
When companies cut corners, people get hurt. We work to hold them accountable.
Injured in one of these scenarios? Call our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers for a FREE CASE REVIEW.
One of the biggest questions in any commercial vehicle crash is: Who’s responsible? The answer isn’t always just the driver.
Liable parties can include:
We investigate every angle to find out who’s truly at fault, and then fight to hold them accountable.
Call our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident attorneys today for a FREE CASE REVIEW. We’ll help you get the answers and compensation you deserve.
If the vehicle that hit you was part of a rideshare, rented for business use, or driven by an independent contractor, things can get complicated fast. These situations raise important legal questions:
In rideshare cases (like Uber or Lyft), insurance coverage changes depending on the app status. If the driver was logged in and had a passenger or was en route to a pickup, the company’s commercial policy may apply. If not, you might be dealing with the driver’s personal insurance.
Rental vehicle crashes may involve the rental company, the renter’s personal policy, or even a business policy if the rental was work-related.
For independent contractors, liability often depends on how much control the company has over the driver’s work, and whether the vehicle was being used for business at the time of the crash.
We untangle these details to make sure the right parties are held responsible.
If you were injured in one of these crashes, contact our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE CASE REVIEW
Commercial auto insurance in California is required for vehicles used for business, especially when transporting goods, tools, or passengers. It offers more coverage than personal auto insurance, but policies are also more complex.
Here’s what you need to know if you were hit by a commercial vehicle, or if you’re a business owner with one on the road.
Most businesses are required to carry commercial automobile insurance, which protects against both vehicle damage and third-party injury claims. This type of insurance is rated based on factors like:
Unlike personal policies, commercial auto policies usually have combined single limits (CSL), meaning one high limit (often $500,000 to $1 million or more) applies to both bodily injury and property damage.
A single business vehicle may have multiple policies in place. Depending on the situation, these may include:
If you were hurt by a business vehicle, the commercial insurance policy should cover your losses, but these companies don’t hand over checks easily.
You may face delays or denial if:
In complex situations like this, a lawyer can help collect evidence, identify the right insurer, and push for full compensation.
Our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers can step in quickly to protect your claim and make sure the insurance company pays what’s fair. Talk to us for a FREE CASE REVIEW.
Commercial vehicle cases often involve more complex evidence than a standard car accident. The more documentation and data we have, the stronger your claim will be.
Key types of evidence include:
We gather this evidence to build a strong case and make sure all responsible parties are held accountable.
Need help collecting what you need? Call our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE CASE REVIEW.
Many commercial vehicles are equipped with tracking systems that record key details before, during, and after a crash. These include:
This information can prove whether the company followed safety rules or cut corners. We send preservation letters immediately to make sure this data isn’t lost or erased.
If you’ve been injured in a crash, let our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers gather the evidence needed to prove your case. Call today for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Commercial vehicle injury claims in California involve more than just proving fault. Several state laws regulate how commercial vehicles are classified, registered, and operated, and these laws can affect who is liable, what type of insurance applies, and how your case proceeds.
Here’s a breakdown of the legal considerations that may impact your case in San Bernardino.
According to California Vehicle Code Section 260, a commercial vehicle is any vehicle used or maintained for transporting people or property for hire, compensation, or profit. This includes:
The state looks at weight ratings, vehicle modifications, and how the vehicle is used to determine whether it falls under commercial classification. That classification can affect what kind of registration is required and how much insurance coverage the company must carry.
If a vehicle weighs more than 10,001 lbs. or is used in a business capacity, it must be registered as a commercial vehicle. This triggers higher insurance coverage requirements and CVRA (Commercial Vehicle Registration Act) weight-based fees.
It also means the vehicle should be marked with CVRA weight decals, which can help identify it as a business-use vehicle and support your injury claim if the company tries to deny responsibility.
California law also requires diesel-powered commercial vehicles to meet strict emissions regulations. Vehicles that fail to comply with the CARB Truck and Bus Regulation can’t be legally registered or operated. If your injury involved a non-compliant vehicle, that could serve as further proof of negligence or regulatory violations.
If a vehicle has been altered (such as adding a utility box or converting a passenger van into a work vehicle) it may need to be reclassified as commercial. If the business didn’t register the vehicle properly, this could affect insurance coverage or liability. Your legal team can investigate the vehicle’s history and configuration to determine if violations occurred.
Under California law, legal definitions from the DMV and Vehicle Code help establish fault, especially when a company tries to argue a vehicle wasn’t used for commercial purposes at the time of the crash. Knowing how California defines “motor truck,” “pickup,” “tow truck,” and “truck tractor” can help your lawyer argue that commercial standards (and commercial liability) apply.
Our team can investigate the vehicle’s DMV records, insurance coverage, and registration to find out what laws apply. If the driver or company violated California commercial vehicle rules, we’ll use that to strengthen your case.
Contact our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE CONSULTATION.
After a crash involving a commercial vehicle, your health and documentation should be top priorities. Here’s what to do next.
Some injuries from commercial vehicle accidents don’t show up right away. Things like concussions, whiplash, or internal trauma can take hours (or even days) to surface. Getting checked by a doctor helps catch hidden injuries early and creates a medical record that can support your claim.
You can go to one of these nearby hospitals in or around San Bernardino:
Keep everything related to your treatment, such as ER reports, prescriptions, bills, and discharge instructions. These documents matter when showing how the crash affected you and what you’ve had to pay.
If officers responded to the scene, a report should already exist. But if they didn’t, or if your crash was treated as non-emergency, you may need to file it yourself.
You can file a non-emergency police report online through the San Bernardino Police Department. To do that, you’ll need:
After you submit it, the department will review your report and send you a confirmation number by email. If something’s missing, they may reach out with questions.
Not sure what to do, or need help tracking down your report? You can always call SBPD at 909-384-5742 for guidance, or contact us directly.
Our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers can help you gather records, reports, and anything else you need. Schedule your FREE CASE REVIEW today.
Certain areas in San Bernardino County see more commercial vehicle traffic and more crashes. These intersections often have heavy congestion, blind curves, and limited room for large trucks to maneuver safely.
Some of the most dangerous spots include:
Within San Bernardino city itself, commercial vehicle crashes have also been reported along:
These areas are often shared by trucks, delivery vans, buses, and passenger cars, all competing for space. If your crash happened in one of these zones, our team will investigate the location, pull traffic data, and use it to support your claim.
Call our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for a FREE CONSULTATION.
After a commercial vehicle crash, you may have questions, stress, and bills piling up. We’re here to help make sense of it all.
When you contact Thompson Law, we’ll:
There’s no charge for the consultation, and no obligation to move forward. It’s completely confidential and pressure-free.
Talk to our San Bernardino commercial vehicle accident lawyers today for your FREE CASE REVIEW.
Yes. If the driver was on the job at the time, the company may be held responsible under California’s “vicarious liability” rules. We can help you determine who is legally and financially accountable.
If the vehicle was parked in a no-stopping zone, blocking traffic, or otherwise violating safety laws, that may strengthen your case. Evidence like photos, witness statements, or traffic citations can help.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the crash. But if a government vehicle is involved, you may have as little as six months to file a notice of claim. It’s best to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.
Many commercial vehicles, especially rentals or contract work trucks, don’t have clear logos. We can investigate the vehicle registration, employer records, or delivery logs to trace ownership and build your claim.
Yes. Passengers injured in commercial vehicles are often eligible for compensation. This includes company employees and non-employees, such as rideshare passengers or service riders.
Thompson Law charges NO FEE unless we obtain a settlement for your case. We’ve put over $1.9 billion in cash settlements in our clients’ pockets. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your accident, get your questions answered, and understand your legal options.
State law limits the time you have to file a claim after an injury accident, so call today.
