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Trucking Accidents on Highway 69 & Pittsburg County

Highway 69 is one of Oklahoma's busiest freight corridors. When negligent truckers cause catastrophic crashes in McAlester, we fight for justice.

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Trucking Cases Require Specialized Knowledge

FMCSA regulations, electronic logging devices, hours-of-service violations—we understand the federal framework that governs trucking.

Federal Regulations

We know FMCSA rules inside and out—hours of service limits, driver qualifications, inspection requirements, and cargo securement standards.

Multiple Defendants

Driver, trucking company, broker, cargo loader, and maintenance provider may all share liability. We investigate every angle.

Evidence Preservation

Black box data, driver logs, and maintenance records can disappear. We send preservation letters immediately to protect your case.

Trucking Corridors in Pittsburg County

McAlester sits at the intersection of major freight routes, creating high-risk zones for passenger vehicles.

Highway 69

A notorious corridor for semi-truck accidents. The mix of high speeds and stoplights in towns creates dangerous conditions.

Industrial Transport

Trucks serving the Army Ammunition Plant and local industry carry heavy loads and hazardous materials.

Highway 270 & Indian Nation

Connecting routes that bring additional commercial traffic through the McAlester area.

Trucking Accident Cases We Handle

We represent victims of all types of commercial vehicle crashes throughout Pittsburg County.

  • Semi-Truck Collisions

    18-wheelers, tractor-trailers, and big rigs on Highway 69.

  • Jackknife & Rollover

    Loss-of-control crashes causing multi-vehicle pileups.

  • Rear-End Crashes

    Crashes into stopped traffic at lights or construction zones.

  • Industrial Vehicle Accidents

    Crashes involving dump trucks, cement mixers, and specialized transport.

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Common Causes of Trucking Accidents

Driver Negligence

  • Hours-of-service violations (drowsy driving)
  • Speeding and reckless driving
  • Distracted driving (phones, GPS)
  • Drug and alcohol impairment

Equipment & Company Failures

  • Brake failures from poor maintenance
  • Overloaded or improperly loaded cargo
  • Tire blowouts from worn equipment
  • Inadequate driver training

Frequently Asked Questions

If you're looking for a truck accident lawyer near you in McAlester or Pittsburg County, choose a firm that understands federal trucking regulations and has experience with commercial carriers. Addison Law Firm handles 18-wheeler cases throughout Oklahoma and knows how to hold trucking companies accountable.
Trucking cases involve FMCSA federal regulations, multiple insurance policies ($1M+), electronic logging devices, and corporate legal teams. This complexity requires specialized knowledge.
Driver, trucking company, cargo loader, truck manufacturer, maintenance company, and freight broker may all share liability. We investigate all potential defendants.
Accidents involving vehicles from the Army Ammunition Plant may involve the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), which has specific rules and shorter deadlines.
Immediately. Trucking companies dispatch teams to crash sites within hours. We move fast to preserve critical evidence like black box data and driver logs.

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Trucking companies dispatch teams to crash sites within hours. We move faster.

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