Texting and driving is a type of distracted driving and it is deadly. In 2023, research shows that distracted driving killed almost 3,300 people alone, and unfortunately, the trends are not going down. When a truck driver is texting, their vehicle becomes a potentially lethal weapon, and an accident can have devastating consequences.
Even a few seconds of distraction can mean the difference between avoiding a crash and causing a life-altering collision. For victims, the impact can extend far beyond the initial accident, leading to serious injuries, long-term recovery, and significant financial strain.
If you or your loved one were injured in a truck crash caused by a distracted driver who was texting at the time of the crash, you need to speak with a Regan Zambri Long truck accident lawyer right away. A personal injury lawyer can pursue the compensation and accountability your case calls for. We’re available 24/7, and we cover all case costs, so there’s no fee unless we win your case.
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If you were injured in a truck accident, the lawyers at Regan Zambri Long PLLC could help you take legal action. Below are a few of the over $1 billion in verdicts and settlements that we have achieved on behalf of our clients.
When a driver takes his or her eyes off the road to glance at a text, even for a few seconds, they can cause a number of different truck crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration puts it this way: if a driver is going 55 mph and looks at their cell phone for five seconds, that is the same thing as driving the length of a football field with your eyes closed.
The most common types of texting while driving truck accidents are:
The main liability lies with the distracted truck driver who allowed his or her focus to be taken off the road. However, there is usually more to a truck accident claim, which is why it is so important to have a seasoned lawyer by your side. The good news is that you can collect compensation from several parties if their negligence contributed to the crash.
Because injuries can be so severe in a distracted driving crash, your Regan Zambri Long attorney will pursue damages against as many parties who are responsible for your injuries – not only to hold them accountable, but to pursue full coverage of your sudden and ongoing medical expenses. There is no reason to go into financial debt for something that was not your fault.
In a texting while driving accident claim, your Regan Zambri Long truck accident lawyer may file a suit against the following parties:
After seeking necessary medical attention, the most important thing to do is contact an experienced DC truck crash lawyer. Regan Zambri Long’s team of award-winning attorneys are fierce negotiators who will fight to protect your rights to compensation. All six of our partners appear on Lawdragon’s 2026 list of the 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in America, seven of our attorneys are named as Washington, DC Super Lawyers and Rising Stars for 2025, and all our attorneys are rated among the Best Lawyers in the District of Columbia for Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation.
This means that if you don’t win a fair settlement, we have the financial resources to take your case to court. Many smaller law firms in the DC, Virginia, and Maryland areas refer their clients to Regan Zambri Long because of our ability to take on large insurance companies.
You need to know that insurance companies are businesses first and foremost – they are not looking out for your best interest. They are looking out for their best interests. After being involved in a truck crash, you will be handled by an insurance adjuster.
An insurance adjuster is an employee of your insurance provider who has a job to offer you the lowest settlement possible. Many adjusters manipulate the facts, ask difficult questions, and pester you right after the accident (when you are in your most vulnerable state) to lowball you.
The attorneys at Regan Zambri Long have dealt with insurance providers for over 30 years – we know every trick they try to pull, and we will not let that happen to you. When you work with one of our lawyers, we will handle correspondence with the insurance company so you can focus on a full and complete recovery.
The injuries truck accident victims can sustain can be extremely severe, even life-threatening. A commercial vehicle can outweigh a normal passenger car by 23 times. The difference in weight and size makes the impact of the accident on the passengers in the car far more dangerous. Common injuries from a truck accident caused by distracted driving are:
Besides distracted driving, other major causes of truck accidents are:
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is tasked with federally regulating all trucking companies and truck drivers in the United States. To make the roadways safe for all travelers, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration put the following regulations on every single commercial vehicle in the DC Metro area and across the country:
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.