Truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries and significant financial burdens. At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, we recognize the severe impact that truck accidents can have on victims and their families. Based in San Diego and serving clients across California, our firm is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate, and effective legal representation for those injured in truck accidents.
With our extensive experience and commitment to client satisfaction, we are here to help you manage your case and make sure you receive the compensation and justice you deserve. Trust Jared J. Drucker, a former Marine and seasoned attorney, to fight tirelessly on your behalf while offering clear and responsive communication every step of the way. Contact our San Diego personal injury attorneys today for a free consultation.
Meet Attorney Jared J. Drucker
Jared J. Drucker is a seasoned personal injury attorney and former U.S. Marine Sergeant who brings a mission-driven mindset to every case. After serving six years in the Marine Corps, including a combat tour in Iraq, Jared pursued a legal career grounded in service, justice, and protecting others. He earned his law degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego and began his legal practice in complex litigation before turning his focus to helping injured individuals recover compensation and rebuild their lives.
With extensive experience in a wide range of personal injury matters—including auto accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Jared is known for delivering personalized, results-focused representation. He is a respected member of the San Diego legal community, actively involved in the San Diego County Bar Association and Consumer Attorneys of San Diego.
Clients value his disciplined work ethic, one-on-one communication, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes. When you hire Jared, you work directly with him—not through case managers or legal assistants.
The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker handles every case with thorough attention to detail, from initial investigation to trial if necessary. Jared collaborates with top experts, gathers strong evidence, and develops legal strategies tailored to each client’s unique situation. His veteran-owned, client-focused firm is built on trust, transparency, and dedication to justice, making him the attorney of choice for injury victims across San Diego.
Talk to a San Diego Truck Accident Attorney
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s negligence, The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker is here to help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Call us at (619) 768-6386 to schedule a free consultation.
Navigate This Page
- Why Trust Jared J. Drucker with Your Truck Accident Claim
- The Importance of Legal Representation in a Truck Accident Claim
- Vicarious Liability in a Truck Accident Claim
- Common Causes of Trucking Accidents in San Diego
- Statute of Limitations for Truck Accidents in San Diego
- Determining the Value of Your Truck Accident in San Diego
- Case Results
- Testimonials
- Areas We Serve
- Contact Jared J. Drucker For Your Truck Accident Claim
Why Trust Jared J. Drucker with Your Truck Accident Claim
When dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident, you need an attorney who brings both experience and a personal touch to your case. Here’s why Jared J. Drucker is the right choice for your truck accident claim:
- Extensive Knowledge and Experience: Truck accident cases involve unique challenges, such as navigating federal regulations and dealing with large trucking companies. Jared J. Drucker has the extensive knowledge and experience necessary to handle these complexities effectively.
- Proven Track Record: Jared has a history of successfully securing significant settlements and verdicts for his clients. As a former Marine Corps Sergeant and an accomplished San Diego car accident attorney, Jared brings a level of discipline, commitment, and strategic thinking to each case.
- Personalized Attention: At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, APC, every client receives focused, individualized representation. Jared’s small practice ensures that your case won’t be just another file on the shelf, but a priority.
- Accessibility and Responsiveness: Our team is dedicated to being accessible and responsive to its clients’ needs. We make ourselves always available to answer your questions and address your concerns.
The Importance of Legal Representation in a Truck Accident Claim
Truck accidents can lead to devastating injuries and complex legal challenges. Having skilled legal representation can significantly impact the outcome of your claim. Here’s why engaging an effective lawyer like Jared J. Drucker is crucial:
- Thorough Investigation: Properly investigating a truck accident requires resources and knowledge. Our team will gather and preserve critical evidence, such as accident reports, witness statements, and electronic data from the truck’s black box.
- Dealing with Insurance Companies: Trucking companies and their insurers often have aggressive legal teams working to minimize their payout. Jared J. Drucker will negotiate against these companies to make sure you receive fair compensation for your injuries and losses. If your case goes to trial, we will present your case in a compelling manner in court and will strategies from the other side.
- Accurate Valuation of Claims: Calculating the true value of your claim involves more than just current medical expenses. Our team will assess all damages, including future medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other long-term impacts, to get you the full compensation you deserve.
- Proving Liability: Establishing fault in a truck accident can be challenging, especially when multiple parties are involved. At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, we will assist in identifying all liable parties, whether it’s the truck driver, the trucking company, or a manufacturer, and hold them accountable.
Vicarious Liability in a Truck Accident Claim
Understanding vicarious liability is crucial when pursuing a truck accident claim, as outlined in California Civil Code §2338:
“Unless required by or under the authority of law to employ that particular agent, a principal is responsible to third persons for the negligence of his agent in the transaction of the business of the agency, including wrongful acts committed by such agent in and as a part of the transaction of such business, and for his willful omission to fulfill the obligations of the principal.”
What this means is that trucking companies can be legally and financially accountable for the actions of their drivers. If a truck driver causes an accident while performing their job duties, the trucking company can be held liable for any resulting damages. For vicarious liability to apply, the truck driver must have been acting within the scope of their employment at the time of the accident. This means they were performing tasks or engaging in activities related to their job.
Holding a trucking company liable often provides greater financial security for victims. Trucking companies typically have larger insurance policies and more assets than individual drivers, ensuring that victims can receive adequate compensation for their injuries and losses. If a company fails to hire qualified drivers, provide proper training, and ensure compliance with safety regulations, it can be held directly liable in addition to vicarious liability.
Common Causes of Trucking Accidents in San Diego
As experienced truck accident attorneys in San Diego, our law firm has helped people navigate the complexities of recovery from tragic truck accidents many times. The cause of such accidents is often devastating because they are preventable. As your attorney, we want to know why this occurred so that we can hold all parties liable for their contributions to your injuries.
Some of the most common trucking accident causes include:
- Intoxicated driving with alcohol or drug use
- Unsafe operation of a vehicle in poor weather conditions
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
- Lack of time off as required under the law (or falsified driver’s logs)
- Driver fatigue
- Drivers without proper certification
- Poorly maintained vehicles
- Cargo mishaps
- Distracted drivers
Ultimately, when a truck accident occurs, those who did not meet the expectations of safe transport are responsible. Consider a few of these examples.
Brake Failure Accidents in San Diego
If a truck’s brakes fail, this can lead to the vehicle slamming into other vehicles creating highly disastrous outcomes. Brake failures may be due to poor maintenance and upkeep, poor service provided by a technician who recently changed the brakes, or brake design failures from poor manufacturing.
Jackknife Accidents in San Diego
A Jackknife accident may occur as a result of a failure of equipment on board the truck. Other times, it is due to inexperienced drivers, a driver speeding, or bad road conditions. This can influence who is responsible for the losses you have.
Statute of Limitations for Truck Accidents in San Diego
Under California law, you have 2 years from the date of the truck accident to file a lawsuit against the party responsible for your case. That may mean that you need to work quickly to take action. If you miss this deadline, you may not be able to recover damages for any of the losses you have.
The sooner you take action to contact an attorney, the better. Our attorneys will work diligently to ensure your claim is handled in a timely manner. However, it is still critical to act quickly to ensure evidence is preserved and that all documentation needed is still available.
Determining the Value of Your Truck Accident in San Diego
The value of your truck accident claim includes compensation for any losses you can show you suffered as a result of the accident. This may include:
- Medical bills from the accident and future losses
- Physical pain and suffering
- Lost wages and benefits
- Loss of future income
- Emotional damage
- Loss of quality of life
To ensure your claim is taken seriously by the at-fault party and the responsible insurance companies, it is critical to have access to evidence to back up and validate your claims. Our legal team will work to gather this by speaking to medical providers, working with accident re-creationists to demonstrate failures, and documenting the impact on your health and life. Allow our team to offer a free consultation to discuss the value of your case.
Case Results
Car Accident Settlement
$900K Settlement – My client was rear-ended while stopped to allow a pedestrian cross the street and suffered severe neck injury and ultimately underwent a two-level fusion surgery. The defense hired non-medical experts with junk science to try to tell us that the forces of the impact were not great enough to cause his injury. They ultimately paid fair compensation to avoid having to take the case to trial.
Slip and Fall Settlement
$475K Settlement – My client slipped on a piece of produce negligently left on the floor of a major retailer, requiring knee surgery. My client was unable to get back to work at full capacity after his surgery. Defendant paid fair compensation for his lost earning capacity in addition to his medical costs and pain and suffering.
Car Accident Settlement
$340K Settlement – A negligent driver of a medical transport van rear-ended my 82 year old client while she was waiting for a red light to turn green.
Testimonials
“I had a great experience working with Jared Drucker Law Office. Jared is professional, knowledgeable, and truly cares about his clients. He explained the legal process clearly, answered all my questions promptly, and worked diligently to achieve a positive outcome. I highly recommend his services to anyone in need of legal assistance in the San Diego area.”
-Gabriel W.
“Jared is responsible, reliable, and truly a good person to have on your side. He gets things done and genuinely cares. Highly recommend!”
-Jonathan S.
“I met Jared through the local soccer community where he’s a well-respected figure and it’s clear why. I’ve seen firsthand his commitment to the community and his genuinely good values. He’s one of those blokes who puts others first, even to his own detriment at times (I’ve seen him play on when clearly carrying a injuries for the good of the team!) That selfless attitude speaks volumes about his character and someone you can always rely on. If you’re looking for a lawyer with a strong sense of community, solid values, and a caring nature, Jared is your man.”
-Lee M.
Areas We Serve
Our San Diego truck accident attorney proudly serve the following neighborhoods:
La Mesa | El Cajon | Clairemont | North Park | South Park | Old Town | Point Loma | Balboa Park | Bankers Hill | East Village | National City | Mission Valley | San Ysidro | Normal Heights | Hillcrest | Little Italy | University Heights | Gaslamp Quarter | Mission Hills | Bay Park | Bay Ho | Pacific Beach | Paradise Hills | La Jolla | Torrey Pines | Encinitas | Solana Beach | Rancho Peñasquitos
Contact Jared J. Drucker For Your Truck Accident Claim
If you’ve been involved in a truck accident, you need a dedicated and experienced attorney to guide you through the complex legal process. At The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker, we are committed to providing personalized, compassionate, and effective legal representation. With the knowledge and experience necessary to handle these complex cases, Jared J. Drucker provides his clients with personalized attention so that they know their case is a priority.
As a former Marine Corps Sergeant, Jared brings a level of discipline, commitment, and strategic thinking to each case. Choosing The Law Office of Jared J. Drucker means having a dedicated, experienced attorney who will fight tirelessly on your behalf. Contact us today for your free consultation and let us help you secure the compensation you deserve.