Commercial Transportation and Logistics

McDonnell & Associates represents one of the largest private transportation fleets in the country. It also represents one of the most significant operators of distribution centers, which frequently utilizes contracted logistics services. This unparalleled experience has given firm attorneys specialized expertise in handling all manners of claims involving this business segment, including tractor-trailer, forklift, and material handling accidents. The firm not only has experience handling the investigation and defense of the accidents themselves but also maintains competence addressing the liability issues arising from the use of independent contractors, temporary employees, “gig workers,” and accidents among co-employees.

Transportation clients frequently engage firm attorneys to rapidly respond to catastrophic accidents. The firm understands the type of data and media utilized in this industry and the need to preserve evidence to avoid allegations of spoliation. The firm also assists safety directors and drivers to comply with various regulations and interact with investigative authorities.

In addition to claims involving tractor trailers, the firm has also defended matters involving company owned passenger cars, “last mile” delivery vehicles, and loading dock accidents. The firm has obtained numerous defense verdicts and dispositive outcomes in literally every type of motor vehicle accident.