Plaintiff's Personal Injury--Trucking & Fleet Vehicle Litigation Attorney

Description

Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Attorney – Trucking & Fleet Vehicle Litigation

About Us

Pusch & Nguyen is a personal injury firm dedicated to fighting for those injured by others negligence. We are aggressive advocates for our clients, taking on large corporations and insurers to secure the justice for our clients. Our firm is growing, and we are looking for a passionate and skilled attorney to join our team.

Job Description

We are seeking a Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Attorney with experience in trucking and fleet vehicle litigation. The ideal candidate is a strategic litigator who understands the complexities of commercial vehicle cases, FMCSA regulations, and catastrophic injury claims. You will manage a caseload from intake through trial, working alongside a team of dedicated legal professionals

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Key Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of trucking and fleet vehicle personal injury cases, including      pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and trial.
• Develop case strategies, conduct legal research, and draft high-quality legal      documents.
• Engage in settlement negotiations and advocate zealously for clients.
• Work closely with experts, investigators, and medical professionals to build strong      cases.
• Communicate with clients, keeping them informed and involved in their cases.

Qualifications

• Licensed  Attorney in Texas and in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience  in personal injury litigation, specifically in trucking and      commercial vehicle cases.
• Strong understanding of:
  • FMCSA regulations, DOT compliance, and Hours of Service (HOS) rules.
  • Negligent entrustment, and commercial insurance policies.
  • Intrastate vs. interstate trucking laws and jurisdictional issues.
  • Respondeat superior, vicarious liability, and employer liability in commercial       cases.
  • Negligent hiring, training, supervision, and retention claims.
  • Cargo liability, hazardous materials (HAZMAT) transport, and load securement       requirements.
  • Independent contractor vs. employee classification and FLSA implications.
  • Insurance coverage issues, including MCS-90 filings, self-insured entities, and       excess/umbrella coverage disputes.
  • Negligence, liability, and personal injury law as applied to trucking and commercial       vehicle accidents.
  • Product  liability and maintenance failures involving commercial vehicles.
• Trial experience preferred or a willingness to take cases to trial.
• Excellent writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• We offer a fantastic working environment with opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of injured clients.