Commercial Trucking Attorneys for Transportation Companies and Carriers
Commercial Trucking Attorneys for Transportation Companies and Carriers
Commercial trucking and transportation claims move quickly. A single accident can involve catastrophic injury, multiple parties, sensitive cargo, and strict federal motor carrier safety regulations. The way a company responds in the first hours and days often shapes the entire case.
McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans’s commercial trucking attorneys handle all phases of commercial trucking and shipping issues for transportation providers in Texas and across the United States. The firm dedicates a substantial portion of its practice to the representation of transportation interests, from local fleets to national carriers.
Our attorneys have experience with a wide range of transportation cases, including simple property and product damage claims, mechanical failures, toxic spills, contractual issues involving bills of lading, claims under the Interstate Commerce Act, multiple-fatality and wrongful death matters, and no-fault UM/UIM and PIP claims.
Clients include small trucking companies with fewer than five trucks and large entities operating fleets in the thousands. With media attention on trucking accidents at an all-time high, transportation providers know they need commercial trucking lawyers who can protect both their legal position and their reputation.
Finding the Right Commercial Trucking Defense Team
Transportation claims are not typical motor vehicle cases. They involve layers of federal and state regulations, commercial insurance structures, and high expectations from shippers, brokers, and the public.
When you retain McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans’s commercial trucking attorneys, you get a team that:
- Understands how trucking companies, logistics providers, and insurers operate
- Knows federal motor carrier safety regulations and how they are applied in litigation
- Recognizes the business impact of accidents, regulatory inquiries, and media coverage
- Provides clear, practical advice to risk managers, in-house counsel, and claims professionals
- Balances aggressive defense with realistic evaluations of liability and exposure
Some cases call for rapid resolution to limit disruption and expense. Others require a firm stance through trial to contest liability or damages. Our lawyers will recommend a strategy that fits your company, your risk tolerance, and the specific facts of the claim rather than forcing every matter into the same template.
Comprehensive Commercial Trucking Services
McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans’s transportation practice covers the full spectrum of commercial trucking and shipping issues.
Trucking Accident and Catastrophic Injury Defense
- Catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death claims involving tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles
- Multi-vehicle collisions, roadway construction incidents, and accidents involving hazardous cargo
- Claims involving allegations of driver fatigue, distracted driving, speeding, and violations of carrier safety regulations
- Coordination with accident reconstruction experts, medical professionals, and industry specialists
Property Damage, Cargo, and Product Claims
- Simple and complex property damage claims, including damage to infrastructure, facilities, and equipment
- Cargo loss and damage disputes, including claims related to loading, securement, and spoilage
- Product damage and product defect allegations involving vehicle components or transported goods
- Contractual issues involving bills of lading and related transportation documents
Regulatory and Insurance-Related Matters
- Claims involving the Interstate Commerce Act and related federal regulations
- Issues arising under federal motor carrier safety regulations and state transportation laws
- Coverage disputes, UM/UIM and PIP claims, and coordination with excess carriers
- Guidance on preserving evidence, reporting obligations, and communication with regulators
Contract and Commercial Transportation Disputes
- Disputes between carriers, shippers, brokers, and logistics providers
- Indemnity and additional insured disputes under transportation contracts
- Claims involving service failures, delays, and contract termination
- Commercial transportation law issues that intersect with broader business and commercial litigation
Our experience allows us to handle cases at every level of exposure, from routine property damage to high-profile incidents with significant media scrutiny.
Commercial Trucking Attorneys at McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans
McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans’s commercial trucking practice is anchored by trial-tested attorneys in the firm’s Dallas headquarters and supported by lawyers across other offices. Attorneys include:
Founding Partner Levi McCathern is widely recognized as one of the premier litigation lawyers in Texas. He is Board Certified in both Civil Trial Law and Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by a very small number of attorneys statewide. His practice includes catastrophic damage litigation and complex commercial claims, including commercial trucking and transportation matters.
Equity Partner Carl Evans has an extensive litigation and trial background, with a practice that includes trucking, liquor liability, employment, commercial, construction, subrogation, tort, and insurance litigation. He has tried numerous cases in state and federal courts and obtained defense verdicts in arbitrations involving claims of fraud, negligence, breach of contract, and breach of warranty.
Partner Jesse Showalter is an experienced litigator who has tried nearly twenty jury trials on behalf of individuals and corporations in state and federal courts. He focuses his practice on Business and Commercial Litigation, Commercial Trucking, Construction Litigation, Employment Law, Insurance Litigation, and Personal Injury, including wrongful death and catastrophic injury matters.
These commercial trucking attorneys bring a combination of courtroom experience and industry knowledge that is critical in transportation defense.
How Our Commercial Trucking Attorneys Approach Cases
Trucking and transportation cases require fast action and disciplined strategy. When McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans is retained on a commercial trucking matter, our attorneys typically:
- Respond quickly to new claims
Work with claims professionals and risk managers to understand the incident, secure key documents, and identify immediate priorities.
- Preserve and analyze evidence
Coordinate the preservation of electronic logging device data, telematics, dash-cam footage, driver qualification files, and vehicle inspection records.
- Assess liability and exposure
Evaluate driver conduct, maintenance and inspection history, carrier safety policies, and regulatory compliance to provide a realistic view of risk.
- Develop a clear defense strategy
Identify themes, expert needs, and discovery strategy early so the defense is built on a strong factual foundation.
- Consider resolution at the right time
Explore settlement when it aligns with the client’s objectives, while preparing each case as if it will go to trial so that trial remains a credible option.
- Communicate consistently
Provide clear, concise updates focused on decisions and strategy rather than legal jargon, tailored to in-house counsel and claims audiences.
By combining rapid early work with thorough trial preparation, our commercial trucking lawyers help clients navigate complex transportation claims with clarity and control.
Serving Transportation Clients Across Texas and Nationwide
McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans handles commercial trucking matters for transportation clients across Texas and, when needed, in courts around the country.
Our clients include:
- Regional and national motor carriers
- Dedicated fleets for retailers, manufacturers, and logistics companies
- Owner-operator fleets and independent trucking companies
- Freight brokers and third-party logistics providers
- Insurers, excess carriers, and risk retention groups involved in transportation claims
The firm’s offices in Dallas, Frisco, Houston, and Los Angeles, allow us to support transportation clients with multi-state operations and claims.
Transportation Law Resources and Next Steps
The first call after a serious trucking accident or major transportation claim is critical. Early involvement of experienced commercial trucking attorneys can help:
- Preserve critical evidence and protect against spoliation allegations
- Coordinate communication with law enforcement, regulators, and the media
- Evaluate coverage issues and coordinate with insurers and excess carriers
- Position the case for either efficient resolution or trial
If your company, insured, or insured driver is involved in a commercial trucking incident or transportation law dispute, we recommend connecting with counsel as soon as possible.
To discuss a matter with McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans’s commercial trucking attorneys, please contact us through the firm’s contact page or reach out to our Dallas office or any other McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans location.